Overview
- Kickoff is at noon ET on FOX at Ohio Stadium in Columbus.
- Sportsbooks make Ohio State a heavy favorite at roughly -30 to -33.5 with totals around 54.5–55.5.
- The Buckeyes are 10-0 (7-0 Big Ten) and Rutgers is 5-5 (2-5), and Ohio State is undefeated all time against the Scarlet Knights since they joined the Big Ten.
- Ohio State leads the nation in scoring and total defense as quarterback Julian Sayin enters with an FBS-best accuracy and a top passer rating.
- Rutgers is pursuing bowl eligibility behind QB Athan Kaliakmanis, RB Antwan Raymond and WR KJ Duff, but its defense has struggled ahead of facing Ohio State’s balanced attack.