Overview
- The game is scheduled for 12 p.m. ET on Oct. 17 at Memorial Stadium in Bloomington according to most outlets, though at least one preview mistakenly listed Columbus as the host.
- Indiana enters undefeated at 6-0 and on a 22‑game win streak under Curt Cignetti, while quarterback Josh Hoover has been efficient with 1,364 yards, 17 touchdowns and zero interceptions through six games.
- Ohio State counters with a potent passer‑receiver duo led by Julian Sayin and Heisman favorite Jeremiah Smith, whose record‑setting receiving season is central to the Buckeyes’ attack.
- Key matchups to watch are Indiana’s disruptive pass rush led by Tobi Osunsanmi against Ohio State’s offensive line and how well each defense contains the opponent’s top receivers.
- Coverage this week included an Ohio State hype video and heavy ticket demand with field‑level seats reported starting around $1,634, and the game’s result could shift the conference pecking order and College Football Playoff outlook.