The third-ranked Oregon Ducks (5-0, 2-0 Big Ten) are set to host the second-ranked Ohio State Buckeyes (5-0, 2-0) in a Big Ten Conference matchup on Saturday night. The Oregon Ducks are coming off a home win against the Michigan State Spartans by a score of 31-10 in Week 6.
Quarterback Dillon Gabriel completed 20 of 32 passes for 257 yards and had two touchdowns with two interceptions. Running back Jordan James carried the ball 24 times for 166 yards and one touchdown.
Ohio State is coming off a home win against the Iowa Hawkeyes by a score of 35-7 in Week 6. Quarterback Will Howard completed 21 of 25 passes for 209 yards, four touchdowns, and one interception. Running back Quinshon Judkins carried the ball 13 times for 78 yards.
Will Ohio State make a case for being the top team in the country, or will the Ducks get their first signature win in the Big Ten?
Ohio State Buckeyes vs. Oregon Ducks Odds
| Team | Spread | Total | Money Line |
| Ohio State Buckeyes | -3
-105 |
Over 53
-112 |
-155 |
| Oregon Ducks | +3
-115 |
Under 53
-108 |
+130 |
| **Odds Subject to Change** | |||
Ohio State Buckeyes vs. Oregon Ducks Match Details
- Fixture: Ohio State Buckeyes vs. Oregon Ducks
- Date and Time: Saturday, October 12th, 2024 at 7:30 PM ET
- Location: Autzen Stadium, Eugene, Oregon
Key Stats
Ohio State Buckeyes
The Buckeyes enter 5-0, averaging 48.75 points per game this season. Running Back Quinshon Judkins leads the team in rushing, averaging 93.6 yards per game, and has five touchdowns. Quarterback Will Howard is averaging 249.6 passing yards per game and is completing 71.50% of his passes. So far this season, Howard has thrown 12 touchdowns and three interceptions.
Wide receiver Jeremiah Smith is averaging 90.6 receiving yards per game and has scored six touchdowns. Emeka Egbuka is averaging 86.6 receiving yards per game and has five touchdowns. Defensively, Ohio State has three interceptions and 13 sacks. They are allowing 6.75 points per game.
Oregon Ducks
The Oregon Ducks enter the game 5-0, averaging 35.00 points per game this season. Jordan James leads the team in rushing, averaging 110.4 yards per game with five touchdowns. Quarterback Dillon Gabriel is averaging 289.8 passing yards per game and is completing 77.80% of his passes. So far this season, Gabriel has thrown 11 touchdowns and three interceptions.
Wide receiver Tez Johnson averages 79.0 receiving yards per game and has five touchdowns, while Traeshon Holden is averaging 54.8 receiving yards per game, and has scored three touchdowns. From a defensive standpoint, Oregon has four interceptions and 16 sacks. They are allowing 17.00 points per game.
Prediction
Ohio State is the small favorite here in what looks to be one of the best games of the season. While Oregon is undefeated this season, they have shown some vulnerabilities, especially on the defensive side of the ball. As for Ohio State, they have been nearly perfect in every area. Their offense is elite while also being efficient and the most their defense has allowed this season was 14 points. Given how consistent the Buckeyes have been this season, backing them to win this game will be our best bet.
Final Pick
Ohio State Buckeyes ML (-155)
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