June 2, 2026

As Big Ten play resumes, Buckeyes aren't clear favorite, and even Rutgers poses challenge


Ohio State resumes its Big Ten schedule on Saturday at Rutgers, and the path to a fifth straight conference title looks more daunting than it did a month ago. Back when the Buckeyes opened the 2021 season at Minnesota, they were the prohibitive favorite to be hoisting the trophy in Indianapolis again. Sure, Ohio State had to break in a new quarterback, and the back seven of the defense was unproven. But the Buckeyes had enough talent that those issues looked to be more speedbumps than roadblocks. Ohio State football: Bet big on the Buckeyes? Ohio State vs. Rutgers spread, odds and betting lines Who will win?: Experts make predictions for Ohio State vs. Rutgers Big Ten Power Rankings: Minnesota enters MAC black hole and Rutgers no longer road kill That might still be the case. Ohio State (3-1) is still arguably the favorite. But few believe it’ll be a…

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