Ohio State enters as a heavy favorite against Northwestern at home, with trader consensus reflecting the Buckeyes’ superior talent and historical dominance in the series despite both teams sitting at 6-3 and riding two-game losing streaks. The matchup features backup quarterbacks Luke Fahey for Ohio State and Nicco Marchiol for Northwestern after injuries sidelined starters Julian Sayin and Aidan Chiles, respectively. Ohio State’s offense revolves around Heisman frontrunner Jeremiah Smith, while Chip Kelly’s creative schemes test the Buckeyes’ defense following recent defensive lapses. Northwestern’s road challenges and depleted depth contrast with Ohio State’s home advantage at the Horseshoe and playoff implications that heighten motivation for a strong performance.
In the upcoming college football game between Northwestern and Ohio State, originally scheduled for Saturday, November 14, 2026 at 12:00 PM ET (as of creation of the first market related to the event): This market will resolve to "Northwestern" if Northwestern win the game. This market will resolve to "Ohio State" if Ohio State win the game. Overtime is included if played. If the game ends in a tie, this market will resolve 50-50. If this market's outcome was definitively determined under its rules by the listed resolution sources before abandonment, that outcome will stand. Otherwise, the following no-result provisions apply. If the game is canceled, does not start by Monday, November 16, 2026, 11:59 PM ET, or is abandoned with no official result by that time, this market will resolve 50-50.