Ohio State Football 2022: Complete Betting Guide and Top Preseason Picks
After missing the College Football Playoff in 2021 despite an 11-2 record, the Ohio State Buckeyes enter 2022 with championship aspirations. Their playoff hopes were dashed last season after a 42-27 loss to rival Michigan in the final week, though they rebounded with a 48-45 Rose Bowl victory over Utah.
Here are the top betting opportunities for Ohio State's 2022 season:
Ohio State -14.5 vs Notre Dame (-110)
- Season opener in Columbus with College GameDay present
- Home field advantage and superior talent favor Buckeyes covering
- Prime time atmosphere expected to benefit experienced OSU squad
College Football Playoff Championship (+250)
- Third-best odds behind Alabama and Georgia
- Return of sophomore QB CJ Stroud strengthens offense
- New defensive coaching staff addresses last year's struggles
- 6 of 9 bowl-eligible opponents at home, including Michigan
CJ Stroud Heisman Trophy (+175)
- Current Heisman favorite after stellar freshman campaign
- 2021 stats: 4,435 yards, 44 TDs, 72% completion rate
- Ranked 5th in yards, 3rd in TDs, 1st in QBR
- Returns top weapons including Jaxon Smith-Njigba and Marvin Harrison Jr.
With an explosive offense led by Stroud and an improved defense, Ohio State appears poised for a championship run in 2022. The combination of returning talent, home field advantage in key games, and coaching upgrades makes them an attractive betting option across multiple markets.