Ohio State at Northwestern odds: Early point spread released, How to Watch

The Ohio State Buckeyes have some big games down the stretch this season. Saturday’s against Northwestern is not one of them. After pounding Purdue on Saturday, the Buckeyes will travel to face Northwestern this coming Saturday.
The game will be played at Wrigley Field in Chicago, home of the Chicago Cubs. The early betting line for the game is out and as expected, Ohio State is a big road favorite.
Ohio State is a 31.5-point favorite, according to FanDuel. The over-under has been set at 43.5 points. For the time being, the moneyline is locked for this game.
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How to watch Ohio State at Northwestern
Time: 12 p.m. ET, Nov. 16
Channel: Big Ten Network/Fubo TV Streaming
Location: Wrigley Field; Chicago (Ill.)
Ohio State was impressive this past Saturday against Purdue, and freshman receiver Jeremiah Smith was once again a big part of the equation.
Smith caught six passes for 87 yards and a touchdown against the Boilermakers. He made history in the process as he recorded his ninth receiving touchdown of the year, breaking the Buckeyes record for receiving touchdowns by a freshman.
The record was previously held by Cris Carter, who had eight touchdown receptions in 1984. Smith broke the record with a 17-yard reception on Saturday against Purdue.
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Cris Carter went on to have a Hall of Fame career after starring at Ohio State. While it’s early, Smith could be heading down a similar path.
Jeremiah Smith was ranked as the top overall player in the country in the class of 2024, per the On3 Industry rankings. He has more than lived up to expectations thus far.
Smith has scored at least one touchdown in all but one game this season. He also has a rushing touchdown to his name.
Despite being 6-foot-3, 215 pounds, Smith can absolutely fly. He has size, speed and great hands and has been tough to slow down for every team Ohio State has faced this year.