In this article, we will formulate an Oregon vs Ohio State Prediction for this College Football Week 7 game on Saturday, October 12th, at the Autzen Stadium. Let’s take a look at an Oregon Ducks vs Ohio State Buckeyes pick.
First Real Test for Ohio State
Sure, you can call Iowa a test, but we all know that isn’t a real test, and this is the first real test for the Ohio State Buckeyes. Last Saturday, Ohio State faced off against Iowa, and they were able to secure the 35-7 victory. Will Howard had another strong game, and he completed 21 of his 25 passes for 209 yards, four touchdowns, and one interception. Quinshon Judkins had a strong game on the ground, rushing 13 times for 78 yards. In this game, Ohio State’s defense is going to need to step up here.
Ohio State is averaging 46 points, while their defense is giving up 6.8 points per game. The offense is ranked 4th in the league, while the defense is ranked 1st. The offense gets the attention, but in this game, the defense is going to need to be huge.
Chance for Oregon to Make a Statement
Oregon sits with a 5-0 record overall, and they can make a real statement with a victory in this game. Oregon in the last game faced off against Michigan State, and they scored 31 points and that was enough for the 21-point victory. Dillon Gabriel had a strong game, completing 20 of his 32 passes for 257 yards, two touchdowns, and two interceptions. Jordan James finished with 24 carries for 166 yards and a touchdown.
In this game, getting out to a fast start is going to be most important for Oregon. Oregon’s offense is averaging 35 points on the season, while its defense is giving up 17 points per game. Oregon’s offense is ranked 32nd in the league, while the defense is ranked 21st. Oregon will face Purdue following this game.
Why Oregon Will Beat Ohio State
- Oregon has won each of its last 11 home games in October.
- Ohio State has failed to cover the spread in seven of its last eight games as a favorite against AP-ranked teams.
- Oregon has covered the spread in each of its last four October games against AP-ranked teams.
Oregon vs Ohio State Prediction
Give me Oregon here as the home underdog. This is a big step up in competition, and although the Ohio State defense has been good, they are going to really struggle in this game against Dillon Gabriel. Gabriel threw for two touchdowns in his last game, and he’s going to have no issue slinging the rock here. Ohio State won’t have the answer, and Oregon is going to get the job done here. Back Oregon against the spread here.