Our Iowa vs Ohio State prediction for this NCAAF game is over 45.5 points.
The Iowa Hawkeyes have won two games in a row, while the Ohio State Buckeyes look to maintain their high offensive output.
Offshore Odds: Ohio State Heavy Favorites
| Team | Spread | Money Line | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iowa | +18.5 (-115) | +750 | O 45.5 (-115) |
| Ohio State | -18.5 (-105) | -1200 | U 45.5 (-105) |
Iowa vs Ohio State Head-to-Head Stats
Iowa is 15-47-3 all-time against Ohio State.
Last matchup (2022): Ohio State 54, Iowa 10.
Iowa Defense Trending Up
Iowa is 3-1 overall and 1-0 on the road. Their offensive numbers have been improving, and the defense is doing its part as well. The Hawkeyes just defeated Minnesota on the road, 31-14, and the Golden Gophers are known for their strong defense.
Iowa was down 14-7 at halftime but outscored Minnesota 24-0 in the second half. The Hawkeyes rushed for 272 yards, and the defense recorded two interceptions while committing very few penalties.
Iowa faced one other ranked team this season, #19 Iowa State, and lost by just one point. Their defense can definitely hold its own in this game and generate a decent amount of scoring. However, they will need to improve their passing game production.
Ohio State Scoring Around 50 Points
Ohio State is 4-0 overall and 3-0 at home. None of their four wins have been close games, but they haven’t really been tested yet in terms of strength of schedule. This offense has averaged around 50 points per game while the defense has allowed less than 14.
The Buckeyes defeated Michigan State 38-7 last week. They took control of the game by halftime, and the defense shut out the Spartans for three of the four quarters. Ohio State limited the Spartans’ rushing game to just 47 yards, which won’t be easy against Iowa.
Iowa vs Ohio State Prediction
Ohio State excels at being efficient on third and fourth down. They can score quickly and capitalize on turnovers, leading to advantageous field position for scoring. Iowa is a confident team on both sides of the ball and performed well in their first road game of the season, but may be outmatched here. The Buckeyes are likely to win by at least two or three touchdowns, but it could be close concerning the spread. The safest bet is the over, as the Buckeyes will likely put up strong offensive numbers.
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