Big Ten Conference rivals meet up on Saturday as the Minnesota Golden Gophers are set to visit the Ohio State Buckeyes. As we are nearing the final few weeks of the regular season, every game has even more importance.
Minnesota vs Ohio State Picks

- NCAAF Pick: Ohio State -28 & the game to go OVER the total.
These two teams have very different college football seasons, but that doesn’t mean things will play out that way. Here is a look at some Minnesota vs Ohio State betting analysis to make a betting pick on this game.
Minnesota Golden Gophers vs. Ohio State Buckeyes Odds
Golden Gophers vs. Buckeyes Information
Minnesota Golden Gophers vs Ohio State Buckeyes
Location of the game: Ohio Stadium, Columbus, Ohio
Date & Time: Saturday, November 18, 4:00 PM ET
How to Watch: Big Ten Network
Minnesota Golden Gophers vs. Ohio State Buckeyes Recent Scores
We are now through 11 weeks of the NCAAF schedule, and it’s important to look at how each team has played of late. These NCAA football teams have had very different records throughout the year, and recent results have reflected that as well.
The Minnesota Golden Gophers football team has gone just 1-2 in their last three games, while also losing two straight. Ohio State has gone 10-0 so far this season, and they have been dominant in their last three wins.
Minnesota Golden Gophers vs. Ohio State Buckeyes Betting Analysis
Gophers Must Find Defense
Minnesota has college football players that are used to having a ton of success, but it has been a rough 2023-24 season. The Golden Gophers have gone just 5-5 on the year, and they are now in danger of missing out on advancing to a bowl game.
Quarterback Athan Kaliakmanis has thrown for 1,582 yards and 13 touchdowns this season, but he has also tossed seven interceptions. This Minnesota offense will have to be sharp as this team has struggled to get stops all season long. Minnesota is going to need to be great on defense or they are going to struggle to keep pace with the Buckeyes.
Buckeyes Tough to Stop
If you have checked out an Ohio State Buckeyes score this season then you have probably seen them on the winning side of the action. Ohio State has won two straight games by at least 19 points, and they haven’t really been challenged much this season.
Wide receiver Marvin Harrison Jr. has been a superstar as he has racked up 1,063 yards and 12 touchdowns. Quarterback Kyle McCord is having a huge season as well as he has thrown for nearly 2,700 yards.
Even though Ohio State is known for its offense, the defense has performed well this season also.
Marvin Harrison Jr. tonight:
7 REC
149 YDS
3 TOT TDDIFFERENT. 😤 pic.twitter.com/CV9QwXApJX
— Bleacher Report (@BleacherReport) November 12, 2023
Updates
A big part of this Minnesota vs Ohio State betting analysis is looking at the college football injury report. Despite facing injuries this season, both teams are now in strong condition for their upcoming matchup.
Minnesota Golden Gophers vs. Ohio State Buckeyes Betting Preview
You have to check out the NCAAF odds if you are going to wager on this game, and there are many odds to look at. Ohio State is a big 28-point betting favorite in this one, and the over/under line is set at 48.5 total points.
Looking at the college football standings is one way to help make predictions, but checking out the College Football betting odds really sets the stage for each particular game.
Minnesota Golden Gophers vs. Ohio State Buckeyes Betting Prediction
After putting together this Minnesota vs Ohio State betting analysis, there are really only two bets to make in this game. This is not going to be one of the best NCAA football games today as Ohio State is going to have little trouble winning and covering the 28 point spread.
You do also want to make NCAAF picks on the total number of points, and taking the over 48.5 total points is the way to go. Despite a predicted loss, Minnesota is expected to score enough to push the total game score over the set threshold.”
- Pick: Ohio State -28 & the game to go OVER the total.
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