Ohio State vs Rutgers Betting Odds and Analysis: Buckeyes Favored by 15
No. 11 Ohio State (3-1) faces Rutgers (3-1) at SHI Stadium on Saturday at 3:30 p.m. EST on Big Ten Network. Here's what you need to know:
Game Line:
- Ohio State -15 (-105)
- Rutgers +15 (-115)
- Over/Under: 58.5 (-110)
Ohio State Keys to Victory:
- QB CJ Stroud returns from shoulder injury
- RB TreVeyon Henderson needs strong performance after 277 yards vs Tulsa
- Second-ranked total offense must maintain efficiency
- Protect the football to give defense time to settle
Rutgers Keys to Victory:
- Control time of possession
- Create sustained offensive drives
- Leverage home crowd advantage
- Maintain disciplined defensive play
- Avoid three-and-outs
Analysis: Ohio State's elite offense should overcome their developing defense against Rutgers' methodical style. The Buckeyes need a clean performance to keep College Football Playoff hopes alive, as they cannot afford another loss. While Rutgers' defense has been solid against the run, Ohio State's offensive firepower likely proves too much.
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