The Ohio State Buckeyes are poised for another strong season after their Rose Bowl victory last year. With College Football Playoff aspirations, they face a challenging schedule that will test their championship mettle.

Betting Market Odds:

• Win total: 11.5 games
• Over: -205
• Under: +165

Key Schedule Highlights:

• Season opener vs Notre Dame (7:30 PM primetime, College Gameday)
• Non-conference games: Arkansas State, Toledo (both at home)
• Critical Big Ten matchups:
  • Wisconsin and Rutgers (home)
  • Michigan State and Penn State (away)
  • Iowa (home)
  • Northwestern (away)
  • Indiana (home)
  • Maryland (away)
  • Season finale vs Michigan (home)

Analysis: The Buckeyes improved from last year's 10-win season that included losses to Oregon and Michigan. With returning stars CJ Stroud and TreVeyon Henderson leading the offense, expectations are high. Their toughest tests will come against Notre Dame, Penn State, and Michigan.

Prediction: OVER 11.5 wins

• Stronger roster than 2021
• Key offensive weapons returning
• Home field advantage for crucial games
• Motivated after missing last year's playoff

The schedule provides opportunities to build momentum, though there's little room for error with the 11.5 win total. Notre Dame and Michigan games will likely determine their playoff fate, but this team appears equipped to handle the challenge.

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