Ohio State vs Nebraska Prediction

Bill Rabinowitz, Columbus Dispatch: Ohio State 42, Nebraska 14

“This is a bad time for Nebraska. Ohio State will be upset after its loss to Oregon again Cornhuskersconfidence had to be shaken by his 56-7 drubbing at Indiana last week. Nebraska QB Dylan Raiola will be good, but this will likely be a humbling afternoon for the freshman, a one-time OSU commit. It will be interesting to see how the Buckeyes’ offensive line plays against a solid Nebraska defense (except last week) with left tackle Josh Simmons out for the season. Look for this to be a nice warm-up for the matchup at Penn State next week.

Joey Kaufman, Columbus Dispatch: Ohio State 38, Nebraska 13

“The Buckeyes are catching Nebraska at the right time. Last weekend, the Cornhuskers came crashing back down to earth in a 49-7 loss at Indiana, testing the strength of Matt Rhule’s rebuild. Quarterback Dylan Raiola has seemingly hit a wall as a freshman, hitting 77 pass attempts since his last touchdown. Their stout run defense was also broken by the Hoosiers, allowing them to run into the end zone five times. The circumstances should allow Ohio State to get back on track after the tough loss at Oregon as long as the pitching staff and players have turned the page.“

Rob Oller, Columbus Dispatch: Ohio State 45, Nebraska 10

Six weeks ago, it looked like Nebraska would come to Columbus with an 8-0 record, but then reality set in and the Cornhuskers went 2-2, including a lopsided 56-7 loss to Indiana last week. Combine Big Red’s swoon and a rested Ohio State and kaboom. The Buckeyes are punching their defense — the same hands that got bloodied by Oregon — and the offense is rolling, though it’s worth keeping an eye on the O-line after starting left tackle Josh Simmons injured his knee against the Ducks and is likely out for the season.

Ohio State vs Nebraska betting odds

Odds courtesy of BetMGM from Friday, October 25

• Spread: Ohio State (-25.5)
• Over/under: 48.5
• Money line: Ohio State -5000 | Nebraska +1500