The #4 ranked Ohio State Buckeyes (8-1) host the #19 Purdue Boilermakers (6-3) at Ohio Stadium for a crucial Big Ten matchup. The game airs Saturday at 3:30 p.m. on ABC.

Game Overview:

• Ohio State leads the Big Ten East with 7 straight wins
• Purdue is tied for first in Big Ten West after upset wins over Iowa and Michigan State
• Purdue aims for their third top-5 win this season

Betting Lines:

• Spread: Ohio State -21.5 (-105)
• Purdue: +21.5 (-120)
• Over/Under: 62.5 points (-110)

Ohio State Keys to Victory:

• High-powered offense led by Heisman candidate QB CJ Stroud
• #2 in scoring offense and yards per game
• Strong rush defense (3rd in yards per rush allowed)
• Improved defense ranks 17th in points allowed

Purdue Keys to Victory:

• Senior QB Aidan O'Connell (5th in NCAA QBR at 86.2)
• Strong passing attack (60% of offensive plays)
• Defense ranks 16th in points allowed and 6th in opponent completion percentage
• Must limit Ohio State's rushing attack (allowing 4.3 yards/rush)

Analysis: Both teams have major stakes - Ohio State's playoff hopes and Purdue's Big Ten Championship aspirations. While Ohio State should win at home with their more complete team, expect a closer game than the 21.5-point spread suggests, potentially staying low-scoring into the fourth quarter.

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