Ohio State vs. Northwestern Prediction, Betting Pick, Latest Odds
The Ohio State Buckeyes will meet with the Northwestern Wildcats at Wrigley Field for a special crossover matchup. Can the Wildcats slow down Will Howard and the Buckeyes with a strong defensive effort? Matt McCuen is targeting the total in this Ohio State vs. Northwestern prediction and pick.
Matt McCuen - November 16, 2024, 9:30 AM EST
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The Northwestern Wildcats and the Ohio State Buckeyes will clash for a Big Ten showdown on Saturday afternoon. Wrigley Field will be the site for this highly-anticipated matchup.
Northwestern comes into this game with a record of 4-5. A win today would be amongst the biggest wins in program history over the last few years for the Cats.
Northwestern will need two more wins to become Bowl eligible this season. The Wildcats are coming off a thrilling road win over Purdue two weekends ago.
Ohio State vs. Northwestern Odds
Ohio State vs. Northwestern Date, Time, and Where To Watch
- Date: November 16, 2024
- Time: 12:00 pm ET
- Where To Watch: Big Ten Network
Ohio State vs. Northwestern Prediction
Jack Lausch leads the offense with 1,120 yards, five touchdowns, and four interceptions.
Senior Cam Porter has rushed for 387 yards and six touchdowns, leading the team.
A.J. Henning has racked up 426 receiving yards and three touchdowns.
Ohio State begins the contest with a record of 8-1. The Buckeyes entered the season as the betting favorite to win the National Championship. Ryan Day's squad has remained the frontrunner after an impressive season to date.
The Buckeyes' lone loss came against the top-ranked Oregon Ducks. Ohio State picked up a crucial win over Penn State on the road a few weeks ago. It would take an epic collapse for Ohio State to miss the postseason.
Will Howard leads the offense with 2,237 yards, 22 touchdowns, and five interceptions.
Ole Miss transfer Quinshon Judkins has scampered for a team-high 647 yards and six touchdowns.
Freshman Jeremiah Smith has collected 765 yards and nine touchdowns.
Ohio State ranks first in points allowed per game (10.7).
Ohio State vs. Northwestern Pick
- Pick: Ohio State/Northwestern Under 45 -110 Click here for the latest Ohio State vs. Northwestern odds
We will ride with another Ohio State under today.
The pace of this contest will favor the under.
Northwestern ranks 130th in snaps per game (60.8), while the Buckeyes rank 99th in snaps per game (65.3).
Ohio State has the best defense in college football, and I would not be surprised if the Wildcats did not score a point today.
Northwestern is a good enough defense to hold Ohio State in check and cash the under today.
