Ohio State football will welcome the undefeated Indiana Hoosiers to Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Saturday. The game is being featured as part of FOX’s Big Noon Kickoff series.
That said, the Buckeyes are widely seen across betting markets as a double-digit favorite, but CBS Sports’ analyst Aaron Taylor isn’t buying the hype as he’s taking the Hoosiers to win outright.
Why would he go for the upset?
Well, he outlines his points below, but the most notable reason is that he believes the Hoosiers defensive line will abuse the Buckeyes offensive line. Ohio State’s starting center, Seth McLaughlin going down for the season with an Achilles tear during practice certainly won’t help to argue against Taylor.
“I believe their front seven will give Ohio State’s offensive line all they want… I think Indiana wins this game. This moment’s not gonna be too big for em.”
🗣️ @AaronTaylorCFB is taking @IndianaFootball over the Buckeyes pic.twitter.com/uPXxC7dnBa
— CBS Sports College Football 🏈 (@CBSSportsCFB) November 19, 2024
The Buckeyes have used their offensive line to their advantage numerous times throughout the season, and in their only top-five win, they stuffed the ball down Penn State’s throat late in the game.
Ohio State may not have that capability against Indiana on Saturday. While no one can predict the future, Taylor’s rationale at least makes sense, so let’s hope the Buckeyes offensive line can hold strong in this primetime battle.
