Overview
- Caesars opened Ohio State -21 and the market has held near -20.5 through Friday, with DraftKings and other books in the same range.
- Sportsbook traders report the bulk of action on Ohio State, reflecting confidence in the unbeaten top-ranked team.
- Models lean Buckeyes and a low total, with Dimers projecting 33–13 and SportsLine’s simulations favoring the Under on 44.5.
- Penn State is 3-4 after four straight losses, now led by interim coach Terry Smith with freshman Ethan Grunkemeyer starting at quarterback following Drew Allar’s season-ending injury.
- Ohio State’s passing game features Julian Sayin (80% completions) and receivers Jeremiah Smith and Carnell Tate; kickoff is noon ET Saturday at Ohio Stadium on FOX, where the Buckeyes seek a ninth straight win in the series.