Northwestern vs Ohio State Prediction, Picks & Odds | 14 Nov 2026
Northwestern vs Ohio State Predictions
We’ve got a strong opinion when Ohio State go up against Northwestern. Our prediction is that there will be Over 44.5 points and that is available at -110 on the totals.
We've identified our Best Bet for Northwestern vs Ohio State, alongside our Player Props, Same Game Parlay and Correct Score Prediction. Dive into each section for detailed analysis and the reasoning behind the picks.
Northwestern vs Ohio State Preview
Northwestern face Ohio State at Ohio Stadium, with kickoff scheduled for 12:00 on Saturday, November 14.
Northwestern Wildcats have been defeated in back-to-back games. They were recently beaten at home to Iowa Hawkeyes by a 24-10 scoreline at Ryan Field.
Ohio State Buckeyes were defeated last time, making it back-to-back losses. Ohio Stadium saw them beaten 41-28 at home to Oregon Ducks.
H2H: Ohio State Won 31-7 in Teams’ Previous Matchup
These two teams last met at Northwestern Medicine Field at Martin Stadium, with Ohio State claiming the win. Beating Northwestern by a 31-7 scoreline. For the past 4 games involving these teams, there has been a Ohio State win every time.
Quarterbacks
Nicco Marchiol
Luke Fahey
Best Bet
The best betting angle could be wagering on the totals for this college football showdown. Our pick is for Over 44.5 points to be scored at odds of -110 which makes plenty of appeal.
Key stats supporting our main match prediction:
Our CFB predictions are built after tracking the latest team news and reviewing recent form. We also dive into stats, which often serve as a solid barometer for how the action might unfold.
Over 44.5 Probability
According to the best betting apps, there’s a 52.4% chance that our pick is settled as a winner. Based on our in-depth research, we calculate the actual probability to be closer to 60%. That means we’re regarding it as a value bet.
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Player Prop Picks
Luke Fahey (Ohio State) is available at -114 to go over 233.5 passing yards. We're confident in him covering the QB Passing Yards line and hitting our Over bet.
Bo Jackson (Northwestern) can be backed at -114 to go over 84.5 rushing yards. With confidence, we can back him to cover the generous Player Rushing Yards line, as all the signs point to him reaching the expected total.
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Same Game Parlay Pick
Take a same game parlay that incorporates Over 44.5 points followed by Ohio State to cover the -13.5 spread. We’ve also gone for Luke Fahey (Ohio State) to go Over 233.5 passing yards.
A same game parlay is an awesome way of cheering on different outcomes within the same football game. You can predict a number of outcomes and get bigger odds than a single wager. The odds can combine to great effect.
Correct Score Prediction
14
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34
Ohio State
There are some huge returns lying in wait if you can get the correct score right. With this in mind, we’ll have a play on the Buckeyes to enjoy a 34-14 winning scoreline.
Northwestern vs Ohio State Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
The favorites are 86% likely to win according to the sportsbooks’ latest Money Line odds, with Ohio State priced at -625 to triumph in this college game. For those wanting to back Northwestern, you will find +460 about the underdogs.
The current spread is 13.5 and total points is 44.5. Having a bet on the Totals is one of the most popular football wagers. If you fancy Over 44.5, this outcome can be backed at -110.
Make sure to explore all angles before placing your college football bets. The top sportsbooks offer a wide range of game lines and team props and it’s all about finding a wager which matches your prediction of the matchup.
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Ohio State Have Picked Up Nine Wins in Past Ten at Home
Ohio State own a 9-1 mark in their past 10 home games, putting up 43.70 points on average and giving up 12.70.
Northwestern own a 3-7 mark in their past 10 games on the road, putting up 18.10 points per contest and giving up 28.40.
The last time Ohio State faced Northwestern at Ohio Stadium, they won 22-10.
| Last 10 Games | W-L | P | PF | PA | O44.5 | U44.5 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Ohio State Home Stats |
9-1 | 56.40 | 43.70 | 12.70 | 10 | 0 | |
 Northwestern Away Stats |
3-7 | 46.50 | 18.10 | 28.40 | 7 | 3 | |
- W-L = Wins-Losses
- P = Avg. Points
- PF = Avg. Points For
- PA = Avg. Points Against
- O44.5 = Games Over 44.5 Points
- U44.5 = Games Under 44.5 Points
Latest regular season and playoff games stats.
Northwestern Wildcats Stats
Ohio State Buckeyes Stats
- 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games
- 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
- +13.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 9 of the last 10 games
- +13.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 7 of the last 10 games on the road
- -13.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 5 of the last 10 games
- -13.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 7 of the last 10 home games
- Game Totals: An average of 49.40 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals on the Road: An average of 46.50 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
- Over 44.5: Covered in 8 of the previous 10 games
- Over 44.5 on the Road: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games on the road
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 31.30 pts and allowed 18.10 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 18.10 pts and allowed 28.40 pts in the last 10 games on the road
- Game Totals: An average of 52.40 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals at Home: An average of 53.40 pts in the previous 10 home games
- Over 44.5: Covered in 8 of the previous 10 games
- Over 44.5 at Home: Covered in 8 of the previous 10 home games
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 33.50 pts and allowed 18.90 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 38.20 pts and allowed 15.20 pts in the last 10 home games
| Big Ten | W | L | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
UCLA
|
9 | 0 | 302 | 127 | 175 | 5-0 | 4-0 | 9W |
Indiana
|
8 | 1 | 292 | 112 | 180 | 5-1 | 3-0 | 2W |
Iowa
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7 | 2 | 250 | 110 | 140 | 4-1 | 3-1 | 2W |
USC
|
7 | 2 | 292 | 218 | 74 | 5-1 | 2-1 | 1W |
Illinois
|
6 | 3 | 256 | 207 | 49 | 4-2 | 2-1 | 4W |
|
Ohio State
|
6 | 3 | 321 | 165 | 156 | 4-1 | 2-2 | 2L |
Oregon
|
6 | 3 | 307 | 199 | 108 | 4-1 | 2-2 | 2W |
Wisconsin
|
6 | 3 | 220 | 147 | 73 | 5-0 | 1-3 | 1W |
|
Northwestern
|
6 | 3 | 279 | 174 | 105 | 5-1 | 1-2 | 2L |
Minnesota
|
5 | 4 | 222 | 198 | 24 | 4-2 | 1-2 | 2L |
Michigan
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5 | 4 | 176 | 146 | 30 | 4-3 | 1-1 | 1L |
Nebraska
|
5 | 4 | 272 | 149 | 123 | 4-2 | 1-2 | 4L |
Penn State
|
5 | 4 | 260 | 174 | 86 | 3-2 | 2-2 | 2W |
Washington
|
5 | 4 | 237 | 197 | 40 | 3-3 | 2-1 | 1L |
Purdue
|
3 | 6 | 265 | 291 | -26 | 2-4 | 1-2 | 3L |
Maryland
|
3 | 6 | 249 | 282 | -33 | 1-4 | 2-2 | 1W |
Michigan State
|
3 | 6 | 174 | 212 | -38 | 2-3 | 1-3 | 1W |
Rutgers
|
2 | 7 | 232 | 292 | -60 | 1-4 | 1-3 | 3L |
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