# Ohio State vs. Indiana: A Preview of the 2017 Matchup ## The Rivalry The Ohio State Buckeyes and Indiana Hoosiers have a long and storied rivalry that dates back to 1890. The two schools are located just over two hours apart, and the game is often played in front of a sellout crowd at Ohio Stadium in Columbus. ## The Teams Ohio State is one of the top teams in the country, and they are currently ranked No. 2 in the AP Poll. The Buckeyes are led by quarterback J.T. Barrett, who is one of the best players in the country. Indiana is a bit of an underdog in this game, but they are coming off a big win over Michigan State. The Hoosiers are led by quarterback Richard Lagow, who is one of the most prolific passers in the Big Ten. ## The Game The game is expected to be a close one, and it could come down to the final play. Ohio State is the favorite, but Indiana has a chance to pull off the upset. The game will be played on Saturday, November 11th at 3:30 PM ET. ## Preview The Ohio State Buckeyes will be looking to continue their dominance over the Indiana Hoosiers when the two teams meet on Saturday. The Buckeyes have won the last seven meetings between the two schools, and they will be looking to make it eight in a row. The Hoosiers will be looking to pull off the upset and snap their seven-game losing streak to the Buckeyes. Indiana has a talented team led by quarterback Richard Lagow, and they will be looking to make a statement against one of the top teams in the country. The game is expected to be a close one, and it could come down to the final play. Ohio State is the favorite, but Indiana has a chance to pull off the upset. The game will be played on Saturday, November 11th at 3:30 PM ET. ## Key Matchups * **Quarterback:** J.T. Barrett vs. Richard Lagow * **Running back:** Mike Weber vs. Morgan Ellison * **Wide receiver:** Curtis Samuel vs. Simmie Cobbs * **Defensive line:** Nick Bosa vs. Wes Martin * **Linebacker:** Jerome Baker vs. Tegray Scales ## Prediction Ohio State is the clear favorite in this game, but Indiana has a chance to pull off the upset if they can play a perfect game. The Buckeyes have a lot of talent, but they have also been known to make mistakes. If Indiana can force Ohio State into some turnovers, they could have a chance to win the game. Ultimately, I think Ohio State will win the game, but it will be a close one. The Buckeyes are just too talented and too experienced for Indiana to beat them. Ohio State 35, Indiana 24
