In this article, we will formulate an Ohio State vs Michigan prediction for this College Football game on Saturday, November 30th at Ohio Stadium in Columbus, Ohio. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this week 14 matchup.
Ohio State Buckeyes Betting Preview
The Ohio State Buckeyes are 10-1 (7-1) this year after they defeated Indiana by a score of 38-15 in their last game. Ohio State trailed 7-0 in the second quarter, but they answered with the next 31 points to pull away for the win. The Buckeyes outgained Indiana by a total of 316-153, tied the turnover battle at one, and went 4-11 on third down in the game. Will Howard threw for 201 yards, two touchdowns, and one interception, while Emeka Egbuka caught seven passes for 80 yards and one score.
Prior to that win, the Buckeyes won four games in a row against Northwestern, Purdue, Penn State, and Nebraska. The OSU offense has scored 41.6 points per game with 261.5 passing yards and 177.5 rushing yards per game, while the defense has allowed 10.7 points per game this season. Will Howard has completed 74% of his passes for 2,685 yards, 26 touchdowns, and six interceptions, while Jeremiah Smith has caught 52 passes for 899 yards and nine scores.
Michigan Wolverines Betting Preview
The Michigan Wolverines are 6-5 (4-4) this season after they defeated Northwestern by a score of 50-6 in their last game. Michigan led 10-6 in the second quarter, but they scored the last 40 points in the game for the blowout win. The Wolverines outgained Northwestern by a total of 396-128, won the turnover battle 2-1, and went 11-16 on third down in the game. Davis Warren threw for 195 yards, one touchdown, and one interception, while Kalel Mullings rushed for 92 yards and three scores.
Prior to that game, the Wolverines lost to Indiana by a score of 20-15 and Oregon by a score of 38-17. The Michigan offense has scored 23.5 points per game with 140.1 passing yards and 159.6 rushing yards per game, while the defense has allowed 21.5 points per game this season. Davis Warren has completed 64.1% of his passes for 1,064 yards, six touchdowns, and seven interceptions, while Kalel Mullins has rushed for 832 yards and 11 scores.
Why Ohio State will beat Michigan
- Ohio State has won each of its last 54 home games against non-AP-ranked teams.
- Michigan has lost four of its last five games against AP-ranked teams.
- Ohio State has covered the spread in seven of its last eight home games in November.
- Michigan has failed to cover the spread in six of its last eight games as an underdog against top AP-ranked teams.
- Ohio State has won the first quarter in 26 of its last 31 games against conference opponents at Ohio Stadium.
- Ohio State has won the first half in 24 of its last 25 games against conference opponents at Ohio Stadium.
Total Points Facts
- Each of the last 10 games between Michigan and Ohio State has gone OVER the total points line.
- Each of Michigan’s last eight games as an underdog against Ohio State has gone OVER the total points line.
Matchup/League Facts
- Ohio State ranks 1st among FBS teams for points allowed per game this season (10.7).
- Ohio State ranks 1st among FBS teams for Q3 points per game this season (12.3).
- Michigan ranks 4th among FBS teams for rushing yards allowed per game this season (94.0).
- Michigan ranks T5th among FBS teams for 4th down conversion percentage this season (75.0).
Ohio State vs Michigan Prediction
Ohio State comes into this game looking for revenge on their past few losses to Michigan, and they should win this one easily. The Buckeyes are the way more talented team and Michigan has a below-average quarterback. Ohio State’s offense is very high scoring and their defense is elite, so I think Michigan is going to have major issues even getting to 14 points. I expect Ohio State to run up the score in this game, as there is no respect between these two programs. Take Ohio State to win big.