The Oregon Ducks face the Ohio State Buckeyes at Ohio Stadium in a crucial non-conference matchup, with the Ducks dealing with the challenge of a 9:00 AM PST kickoff time.

Ohio State enters after a hard-fought win over Minnesota, where they overcame a halftime deficit through explosive plays despite limited offensive possessions. The Buckeyes' offense is expected to see more snaps and maintain their scoring prowess in this matchup.

Oregon brings elite defensive talent led by Kayvon Thibodeaux, Justin Flowe, and Noah Sewell, but depth concerns and injuries could prove problematic against Ohio State's high-powered offense. The Buckeyes' coaching staff has historically exploited matchup advantages, which could be a major factor given Oregon's defensive limitations.

The Ducks' offense faces significant challenges:

• Limited star power and unclear offensive identity
• QB Anthony Brown's passing limitations
• Top receiver Johnny Johnson III likely can't carry the offense alone
• Expected to struggle more than Minnesota did against OSU's defense

Betting Analysis:

• Ohio State -14.5
• Ohio State OVER 38 total points

The Buckeyes' offense remains a reliable scoring machine, especially with explosive playmaker Treveyon Henderson in the backfield. Their ability to score 40+ points consistently makes the over bet particularly appealing.

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