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.

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