Gameday+ | Our experts predict the Ohio State-Northwestern game

Tim May
OHIO STATE BEAT WRITER
THE COLUMBUS DISPATCH
Ohio State 41, Northwestern 20
It’s hard to imagine the Buckeyes defense pitching a single-digit game. But it’s not hard to imagine Dwayne Haskins Jr. and the offense hitting more homers on the way to a second straight Big Ten title.
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Bill Rabinowitz
OHIO STATE BEAT WRITER
THE COLUMBUS DISPATCH
Ohio State 45, Northwestern 20
The Buckeyes shouldn’t have a letdown, not with a league title and possible playoff spot on the line. The Wildcats tend to play up or down to their competition. But talent is talent, and the Buckeyes have considerably more than the Wildcats.
Rob Oller
SPORTS REPORTER
THE COLUMBUS DISPATCH
Ohio State 52, Northwestern 20
What began against Michigan continues against the Wildcats. Two impressive wins in a row? What has gotten into this team? That’s the question possibly facing the playoff selection committee. Buckeyes or Sooners?
Bobby Carpenter
EX-OHIO STATE, NFL PLAYER
HOST, 97.1 THE FAN
Ohio State 35, Northwestern 10
It’s time to consolidate one of the biggest wins in school history (62-39 over Michigan last week) with a Big Ten championship victory. Haskins flies high and the Silver Bullets tackle once again.
Dom Tiberi
SPORTS ANCHOR
WBNS 10TV
Ohio State 45, Northwestern 14
The Buckeyes look to make a statement that impresses the College Football Playoff selection committee. They want to punch their ticket to the playoff with a one-sided romp.