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The Ohio State Buckeyes (9-0) visit Ryan Field to take on the Northwestern Wildcats (1-8) on Nov. 5. Kickoff is scheduled for 12:00pm EST in Evanston.
– are betting favorites in Week 10, with the spread sitting at ().
The Over/Under for Ohio State vs. Northwestern is total points.
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Ohio State vs. Northwestern Odds, Spread, Over/Under for Week 10
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Ohio State vs Northwestern Prediction for Week 10
Based on recent trends, the winning team model predicts
Ohio State vs Northwestern Spread Prediction for Week 10
Based on recent against-the-spread trends, the model predicts
Both predictions factor in up-to-date player injuries for both Ohio State and Northwestern, plus offensive & defensive matchups, recent games and key player performances this season.
Best Ohio State Player Prop Bets Today
We’ve highlighted some favorite college football player prop bets for Ohio State players for Week 10, looking at profitable historical betting trends:
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Best Northwestern Player Prop Best Bets Today
Top NCAAF player prop bets for Northwestern players for Week 10, looking at profitable historical betting trends:
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Ohio State Best Bets & Trends for ATS, Moneyline & Totals
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Northwestern Best Bets & Trends for ATS, Moneyline & Totals
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Ohio State Against the Spread (ATS) Record
Ohio State has gone against the spread this college football season ( Units / ROI).
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- Ohio State is when betting the Over for Units / ROI
- Ohio State is when betting the Under for Units / ROI
Northwestern Against the Spread (ATS) Record
Northwestern has gone against the spread this college football season ( Units / ROI).
- Northwestern is when betting on the Moneyline for Units / ROI
- Northwestern is when betting the Over for Units / ROI
- Northwestern is when betting the Under for Units / ROI
Ohio State: Keys to the Game vs. Northwestern
#2 Ohio State is undefeated (10-0) when committing less than 60 yards in penalties — best among Power 5 Teams; Average: .376
#2 Ohio State is undefeated (11-0) when committing less than 60 yards in penalties — best in FBS; Average: .437
#2 Ohio State is 19-1 (.950) when rushing at least 4 yards in a play 10 or more times — best in FBS; Average: .492
#2 Ohio State is 9-2 (.818) when sacking the QB less than 3 times — tied for 3rd-best in FBS; Average: .378
Northwestern: Keys to the Game vs. Ohio State
Northwestern is winless (0-6) when allowing 5 or more explosive passes — tied for worst among Power 5 Teams; Average: .462
Northwestern is winless (0-10) when not forcing a fumble — tied for worst among Power 5 Teams; Average: .449
Northwestern is 1-9 (.100) when having a turnover margin within one of the opposing team — 4th-worst among Power 5 Teams; Average: .497
Northwestern is winless (0-14) when the opposing team converts 55% or more of its red zone chances into touchdowns — tied for worst in FBS; Average: .423
Matchup Notes for Ohio State vs. Northwestern
Northwestern’s WRs has gained 787 yards on 75 receptions (just 10.5 YPR) this season — tied for worst among Power 5 WRs. Minnesota’s defense has allowed just 10.0 Yards Per Reception this season — second-best among Big Ten defenses.
Northwestern has gained 1,487 yards on 149 receptions (just 10.0 YPR) this season — fourth-worst among Power 5 skill players. Minnesota’s defense has allowed just 10.0 Yards Per Reception this season — tied for fourth-best among P5 defenses.
Northwestern has gained 3,615 yards on 357 receptions (just 10.1 YPR) since the 2021 season — tied for fourth-worst among FBS skill players. Minnesota’s defense has allowed just 10.9 Yards Per Reception since the 2021 season — fifth-best among Big Ten defenses.
Ohio State’s QBs has thrown for 7,461 passing yards in 21 games (355.3 YPG) since the 2021 season — third-best among FBS teams. Indiana’s defense has allowed 256.4 passing yards per game since the 2021 season — third-worst among Big Ten defenses.
Ohio State has gained 7,288 yards on 515 receptions (14.2 YPR) since the 2021 season — tied for third-best among Power 5 skill players. Indiana’s defense has allowed 11.7 Yards Per Reception since the 2021 season — fifth-worst among Big Ten defenses.
Ohio State’s WRs has 24 receiving touchdowns in the Red Zone since the 2021 season — tied for second-most among Power 5 WRs. Indiana’s defense has allowed 28 receiving touchdowns in the Red Zone since the 2021 season — tied for second-most among P5 defenses.
Ohio State Offensive Stats & Trends
Ohio State’s QBs has thrown for 7,461 passing yards in 21 games (355.3 YPG) since the 2021 season — third-best among FBS teams. Indiana’s defense has allowed 256.4 passing yards per game since the 2021 season — third-worst among Big Ten defenses.
#2 Ohio State QBs have 111 completions for 20 or more yards since last season– 2nd most among FBS Teams
Ohio State has gained 7,288 yards on 515 receptions (14.2 YPR) since the 2021 season — tied for third-best among Power 5 skill players. Indiana’s defense has allowed 11.7 Yards Per Reception since the 2021 season — fifth-worst among Big Ten defenses.
#2 Ohio State WRs have 94 receptions for 20 or more yards since last season– 2nd most among FBS Teams
#2 Ohio State Skill Players have caught 71 touchdown passes since last season– most among Power 5 Teams
Northwestern Offensive Stats & Trends
Northwestern’s WRs has gained 787 yards on 75 receptions (just 10.5 YPR) this season — tied for worst among Power 5 WRs. Minnesota’s defense has allowed just 10.0 Yards Per Reception this season — second-best among Big Ten defenses.
Northwestern has gained 1,487 yards on 149 receptions (just 10.0 YPR) this season — fourth-worst among Power 5 skill players. Minnesota’s defense has allowed just 10.0 Yards Per Reception this season — tied for fourth-best among P5 defenses.
Northwestern has gained 3,615 yards on 357 receptions (just 10.1 YPR) since the 2021 season — tied for fourth-worst among FBS skill players. Minnesota’s defense has allowed just 10.9 Yards Per Reception since the 2021 season — fifth-best among Big Ten defenses.
Northwestern WRs have averaged a touchdown every 22.9 receptions (206 Rec/9 TDs) since last season– 4th worst Receptions Per TD among Power 5 Teams; Average: 10.8
Northwestern RBs have been targeted 10 times in short yardage situations this season– most among FBS Teams
Ohio State Buckeyes Defensive Stats & Trends
#2 Ohio State has allowed 4 rushing TDs on 280 carries (70 Carries Per TD) this season– 5th best in FBS; Average: 24.1
#2 Ohio State has tackled opponents for a loss on 6 of 20 rushing attempts (30% TFL%) in the Red Zone this season– tied for 2nd best in FBS; Average: 15%.
#2 Ohio State has allowed 4 rushing TDs on 280 carries (70 Carries Per TD) this season– 4th best among Power 5 Teams; Average: 25.1
#2 Ohio State has tackled opponents for a loss on 6 of 20 rushing attempts (30% TFL%) in the Red Zone this season– tied for best among Power 5 Teams; Average: 15%.
#2 Ohio State has allowed 5.3 yards from scrimmage per touch (2,150 yards / 408 touches) this season– 3rd best in FBS; Average: 6.8
Northwestern Wildcats Defensive Stats & Trends
Northwestern has allowed a Completion Pct of just 36% (9 completions/25 attempts) on 3rd and long this season– 4th best in FBS; Average: 54%
Northwestern has allowed a Completion Pct of just 36% (8 completions/22 attempts) in close and late situations this season– best in FBS; Average: 58%
Northwestern has allowed a Completion Pct of just 36% (9 completions/25 attempts) on 3rd and long this season– 4th best among Power 5 Teams; Average: 54%
Northwestern has tackled opponents for a loss on just 93 of 767 rushing attempts (12% TFL%) since last season– 4th worst among Power 5 Teams; Average: 16%.
Northwestern has allowed a Completion Pct of just 36% (8 completions/22 attempts) in close and late situations this season– best among Power 5 Teams; Average: 58%
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