Will No. 2 Ohio State Cover 17-Point Spread Against No. 5 Notre Dame?
No. 2 Ohio State faces No. 5 Notre Dame as 17-point favorites in one of college football's marquee Week 1 matchups. Here's why the Buckeyes could cover the large spread:
Quarterback Advantage
- C.J. Stroud leads OSU as a top Heisman candidate
- Notre Dame's QBs lack experience beyond sophomore level
- Fighting Irish quarterbacks untested in hostile environments
Home Field Edge
- Ohio State lost just one home game last season
- Crowd noise will challenge Notre Dame's inexperienced QBs
- Fighting Irish rarely face elite opponents in true road games
Motivation Factor
- Statement win opportunity for Ohio State
- Convincing victory could boost playoff resume
- Buckeyes likely to maintain aggressive approach
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