Nebraska vs Ohio State Odds, Prediction, & Betting Lines for Week 9

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Key Takeaways:

  • 💪 Ohio State is favored to beat Nebraska by 21, according to DraftKings Sportsbook's spread for the game
  • 📅 The Nebraska vs. Ohio State game happens on Oct. 26, 2024, in Week 9 of the season. 
  • 🔮 My Ohio State vs Nebraska prediction has the Buckeyes winning 33-20. 

Nebraska and Ohio State is a battle of blue-blooded football royalty. Both teams have over 5 national championships and rank in the top 8 in all-time wins. The two legendary football teams have only played eight times. But now, they're conference foes. Can an upstart Nebraska team return to the glorified air that Ohio State has been occupying with a victory? Read on for our preview of this big game.

Nebraska vs. Ohio State betting lines and odds

Latest Nebraska vs Ohio State Odds

Ohio sportsbooks still haven't released anything but the spread for this game. The section below will be updated once these odds become available. 

🔢 NU vs OSU Spread-21
📊 NU vs OSU MoneylineN/A
📈 NU vs OSU Over/UnderN/A
✅ Odds Last VerifiedOctober 2024

Who is Favored in Nebraska vs Ohio State? 

According to the spread, it is expected Ohio State will be the heavy favorite at sportsbooks like Fanatics Ohio. The current spread for the game has Ohio State as -21 favorites.

Nebraska vs Ohio State Injuries 

Below, we've provided everything you need to know about the Nebraska vs Ohio State injury report. 

Buckeyes
TC Caffey|RB
Knee| OFS| Mar 1st 2025
Cornhuskers
Tristan Alvano|K
Groin| QUESTIONABLE| Oct 19th 2024
Demitrius Bell|WR
Knee| OFS| Mar 1st 2025
Mac Markway|TE
Knee| OFS| Mar 1st 2025

Betting Promos for Nebraska vs Ohio State

There are currently no specific betting promos available for this game. However, bettors can still make the most of various Ohio sportsbook promos by utilizing welcome offers and bonus bets. These promotions allow new users to place wagers on this game using bonus funds and other incentives offered by sportsbooks in Ohio.

Nebraska vs Ohio State Prediction

In the match-up between Nebraska and Ohio State, Ohio State will likely come out on top. 

Ohio State has consistently proven itself a powerhouse in the Big Ten. It boasts a high-powered offense led by a dynamic quarterback in Will Howard, a fantastic running back tandem in TreVeyon Henderson and Quinshon Judkins, elite freshman wide receiver Jeremiah Smith, and a solid defense that can pressure opponents into mistakes. 

While improving, Nebraska still faces challenges in matching Ohio State's depth and talent on the field. The Buckeyes’ ability to execute on both sides of the ball gives them a distinct advantage, especially at home in Ohio Stadium, where they are notoriously difficult to beat.

Nebraska’s path to victory would likely rely on capitalizing on any mistakes Ohio State makes and controlling the clock with their ground game. However, Ohio State’s defense has been strong against the pass and run, which could make it difficult for Nebraska to establish any real momentum. The Cornhuskers would also need consistency in their passing game to keep Ohio State's defense on its heels. It will be an uphill battle if Nebraska can play a near-flawless game and disrupt Ohio State’s rhythm.

Ultimately, Ohio State’s depth, coaching, and home-field advantage are all factors that point to them securing the win. While Nebraska has shown flashes of competitiveness and seems to have a bright future under Dylan Raiola, the Buckeyes’ overall skill level and experience give them the edge in this Big Ten showdown. Expect Ohio State to control the tempo and pull away in the second half for a decisive victory.

Nebraska vs. Ohio State Pick: 

     ðŸ”¥ NU: 13 | OSU: 33

When is the Nebraska vs Ohio State Game?

Ohio State welcomes Nebraska on October 26th for an epic football match-up. Currently, Ohio State is ranked 4th in the official rankings. Nebraska is not ranked, but that doesn't mean they are not dangerous.

Where is Nebraska vs Ohio State Being Played?

Nebraska will head to Columbus, Ohio, to play Ohio State. The Buckeyes are 6-0 against the Cornhuskers at Ohio Stadium, winning the last game the two played 52-17 in 2022. Further, Ohio State has outscored Nebraska in Columbus 213-116 in their five match-ups.

How to Watch Nebraska vs. Ohio State

When the two teams face off, you can expect this to be a nationally televised game; however, we still do not have a game-time announcement or a channel destination yet. The Big Ten has a contract with Fox, so the game will likely be on the Fox broadcast and Fox Sports 1 cable channels. Streaming options will be available to broadcast the game and will be updated once a channel is announced. It's also possible that some Ohio betting apps could allow you to stream the game in their app as well. 

Nebraska vs Ohio State History

Games Played:10
First Game:1955 Ohio State 28 | Nebraska 20
Last Game:2021 Ohio State 26 | Nebraska 17
Next Game:October 26, 2024
All-Time Record:Ohio State 9 | Nebraska 1

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Dan Thompson

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