Youngstown State (1-0) at No. 5 Ohio State (1-0), Saturday, 12 p.m. ET (Big Ten Network) Line: No line, according to FanDuel Sportsbook. Series record: Ohio State leads 2-0. WHAT’S AT STAKE? After a flat performance on the road against Indiana in the opener, the Buckeyes get a tune-up contest against in-state neighbor Youngstown State. The game against an FCS team should give new Ohio State starting quarterback Kyle McCord a chance to get more in synch with his receivers. McCord completed 20 of his 33 attempts for 239 yards but didn’t throw for a touchdown. All-American wideout Marvin Harrison Jr. had just two catches for 18 yards. The Buckeyes defense was outstanding, though, limiting Indiana to 156 yards. It could be a long day for Youngtown State, which will be paid $800,000 for its visit to the Horseshoe. KEY MATCHUP Ohio State passing game vs. Youngstown State secondary. The…
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