Tennessee college football bettors can witness exciting matchups this weekend. Check out an unbeaten showdown between the seventh-ranked Penn State Nittany Lions (6-0) and third-ranked Ohio State Buckeyes (6-0).

When: October 21, 2023 at 12:00 PM ET

Where: Ohio Stadium in Columbus, Ohio

Watch: FOX

Penn State Nittany Lions Preview

The Nittany Lions had no issues in their 63-0 victory over the Massachusetts Minutemen. They scored a game-high 21 points in both the second and third quarters, proving they are a dominant threat on offense. They are second in the Big Ten East and are 3-0 in the conference.

They have averaged an insane 44.3 points per game and have slowed teams down to 8.0. This impressive differential will be interesting to see against a tougher team like the Buckeyes.

Their average total yards per game has been 426.7, with 223.3 of them coming from passes. On defense, they have allowed 193.7 total yards and have had 121.2 come from passing plays. Again, this will be their toughest test of the season and would be appealing to see them do well in a tough battle.

Their offensive production on the field rests on the shoulders of quarterback Drew Allar (12 TD, 0 INT). He has 1,254 yards and a QBR of 74.6 that ranks him 24th in the nation.

Ohio State Buckeyes Preview

The Buckeyes, despite some injuries on offense, recently had a 41-7 blowout win over the Purdue Boilermakers. After a strong 20-0 halftime lead, they kept their foot on the gas to extend their dominance. They are tied with the Nittany Lions for second in the Big Ten East and they are also 3-0 in conference play.

They have maintained an impressive average of 36.0 points per game while effectively limiting their opponents to a mere 9.7 points. This significant point differential will be a crucial factor, particularly when facing a formidable opponent like the Nittany Lions.

Their average total yards gained per game stands at 443.0, with 308.0 of those yards attributed to passing plays. On the defensive side, they have allowed only 263.5 total yards, with a mere 154.3 coming from passing plays. Establishing an early lead against the Nittany Lions is imperative to avoid a closely contested match.

The offensive prowess of this team heavily relies on quarterback Kyle McCord, who boasts an impressive record of 11 touchdowns and just 1 interception. He has accumulated 1,651 passing yards and holds a QBR of 87.2, ranking him sixth in the nation.

Betting Odds

ZenSports is a top pick for college football betting, boasting a wide array of options for Tennessee sports bettors. In this context, it is evident that the Ohio State Buckeyes hold a slight advantage, with market analysis suggesting a 63.5 percent probability of a home victory.

Penn State Nittany Lions

Spread: +4.5 (-110)

Ohio State Buckeyes

Spread: -4.5 (-110)

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