Scheduled Date: Saturday, November 16, 2024
Venue: Wrigley Field, Chicago, IL
Broadcast: BTN
Betting Odds/Point Spread: Wildcats (+28.5)
Total Points/Over-Under: 44.5
- Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
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On Saturday, November 16, 2024, the Northwestern Wildcats (currently 4-5) are set to face off against the Ohio State Buckeyes (8-1) at Wrigley Field. Ohio State enters the contest favored by 28.5 points, with the total points line established at 44.5.
This season, the Ohio State Buckeyes boast an impressive 8-1 record. In their most recent outing, they faced off against the Purdue Boilermakers, claiming a decisive 45-0 victory. During the game, Ohio State executed 35 rushing attempts, accumulating 173 yards, averaging 4.9 yards per rush. They orchestrated 66 plays in total, racking up 433 yards. On defense, Ohio State held Purdue to 9 completions out of 21 attempts for 108 yards, yielding a completion ratio of 42.9%. Conversely, Ohio State’s defensive line allowed only 98 yards on 38 rushing attempts, averaging 2.6 yards per carry.
Throughout the season, the Ohio State Buckeyes have accumulated an impressive total of 4,094 yards. With respect to offensive production, they’ve registered 24 passing touchdowns and 20 rushing touchdowns, while giving up the ball 10 times. The team has amassed 199 first downs but also faced 39 penalties that cost them 372 yards. Averaging 185.0 rushing yards per game, Ohio State ranks 38th nationwide. In terms of scoring, they come in strong at 38.6 points per game.
In terms of defense, Ohio State has allowed 1,400 passing yards, ranking 3rd in Division 1. They concede an average of 155.6 passing yards per game, with a completion rate of 62.1%. Overall, they give up 250.8 yards per game, putting them at the top of the charts in college football. The Buckeyes have let in 4 passing touchdowns and 5 rushing touchdowns. Opponents have averaged 2.9 yards per attempt and 95.2 rushing yards per game. In total, Ohio State has given up 857 yards in 9 games, boasting a stellar defense ranked 2nd nationally, allowing only 10.7 points per game.
The Northwestern Wildcats enter this matchup with a 4-5 record. In their last encounter, they secured a victory against the Purdue Boilermakers, finishing at 26-20. During that game, the Wildcats totaled 424 yards with a total of 69 plays (averaging 6.1 yards per play). Their rushing performance saw them averaging 4.1 yards per attempt with a total of 122 yards on 30 carries. Their defense allowed 23 rushing attempts for just 47 yards (2.0 yards per attempt), while their passing defense faced a completion rate of 61.0%, relinquishing 290 yards on 25 completions from 41 attempts.
Northwestern’s offense averages 288.1 yards per game, ranking 131st nationwide. They have given away a total of 425 penalty yards over 51 infractions, placing them 88th in college football for penalties. On the ground, they average 112.1 rushing yards per game, totaling 1,009 rushing yards throughout the season. The team has thrown 6 interceptions and allowed opponents to recover 5 fumbles, while securing 139 first downs. In scoring terms, the Wildcats average 19.2 points per game, sitting at 122nd in D-1.
Defensively, Northwestern has allowed 973 rushing yards (108.1 yards per game) and 11 rushing touchdowns this season. They have given up 11 passing touchdowns and 241.1 yards through the air, ranking them 99th nationally. The team has recorded 6 recovered fumbles and 7 interceptions this year. With 601 defensive plays under their belt, they stand at 59th nationally. The Wildcats are allowing an average of 21.9 points per game, positioning them at 40th in D-1.
Which team will prevail in today’s Buckeyes vs. Wildcats college football matchup against the spread?
Free Prediction: Bet on the Ohio State Buckeyes (-28.5)
