The Indiana Hoosiers (10-0) are set to face the Ohio State Buckeyes (9-1) on Saturday, November 23, 2024, at Ohio Stadium in Columbus, Ohio. This pivotal Big Ten matchup features two high-powered offenses: Indiana ranks second nationally, averaging 43.9 points per game, while Ohio State is 12th, scoring 37.8 points per game. Defensively, both teams are formidable; the Buckeyes lead the nation, allowing just 10.3 points per game, and the Hoosiers are seventh, conceding 13.8 points per game.
Indiana’s quarterback, Kurtis Rourke, has been instrumental in their undefeated season, leading an offense that has outscored opponents by an average of 30.1 points per game. Ohio State’s defense, however, has been dominant, holding opponents to an average of 6.7 points per game at home. The Buckeyes’ offense, led by quarterback Will Howard, has been efficient, averaging 52.3 points per game at home. This game is crucial for both teams’ College Football Playoff aspirations, with the winner likely securing a spot in the Big Ten Championship and bolstering their playoff resume.