Scarlet Sunrise: Ohio State set for potential offensive clinic versus Western Kentucky
Good morning, Ohio State fans, and welcome to the Scarlet Sunrise. Football will always be our focus, but every day we’ll cover news, notes and analysis from across Buckeyes sports. Join us each morning to get caught up on everything you missed in the world of Buckeyes football, recruiting, basketball and more in Scarlet Sunrise.
Ohio State-Western Kentucky game time, details
Time: 4 p.m. ESTTV Channel: FOXDate: Saturday, Sept. 16Location: Ohio Stadium, Columbus, OhioWeather: At kickoff, high of 75º, 0% chance of rain, winds 4 mphThe line: Ohio State is a 29.5-point favorite, per FanDuel.Over/under: 64.5 points
Western Kentucky is coming off a 41-24 win over USF and a 52-22 victory versus Houston Christian. The Hilltoppers are 0-11 all-time against current Big Ten competition. Five of those games have come against Indiana, which WKU took to overtime last season.
Series fun fact
Ohio State has never played WKU. But the Buckeyes have enjoyed success against the Power Five programs in the state. They’re a combined 5-0 against Louisville and Kentucky all-time, according to Winsipedia. That said, Ohio State hasn’t faced the Wildcats since 1935, and its last matchup against Louisville was in 1992 — John Cooper’s Buckeyes got out of the ‘Shoe with a 20-19 win that season.
Ohio State vs. Western Kentucky gambling notes, trends
Ohio State is 0-2 against the spread this season, failing to cover against both Indiana and Youngstown StateThe Buckeyes have not went over the total in either of their first two gamesOhio State has not started 0-3 against the spread under Ryan DayOhio State is 7-10 against the spread against non-conference opponents under Ryan DayWestern Kentucky is 0-5 against the spread as a double-digit underdog under head coach Tyson HeltonWestern Kentucky is 1-1 against the spread this season, failing to cover against Houston Baptist last weekendThe Buckeyes are 1-0 against the spread all-time when facing a current Conference USA member. The only previous meeting came in 2009 against New Mexico State
Bold predictions for Buckeyes against Western Kentucky
The Lettermen Row staff unanimously expects a Buckeyes win Saturday against Western Kentucky. But, as always, the crew went deeper than the score to make Three Bold Predictions about what will happen in the ‘Shoe.
READ: Bold Predictions as Buckeyes face offensive-minded Western Kentucky
Stick with Lettermen Row for wall-to-wall game-day coverage
Lettermen Row will be on site for comprehensive coverage of the latest Ohio State matchup, as the No. 6 Buckeyes host Western Kentucky in a Week 3 matchup. Follow along on Twitter, Instagram and YouTube for experienced coverage.
Counting down
Buckeyes vs. Western Kentucky: 0 days
Buckeyes vs. Michigan: 70 days
Are you subscribed yet?
Are you ready to get all your latest Ohio State news in one place? Become a member of Lettermen Row today. With your Lettermen Row/On3+ membership, you’ll not only have access to everything that’s happening with the Buckeyes, but you’ll also be able to peruse other fan sites within the network to hear just how rivals are feeling about Ohio State, as well. Make sure to follow along on Twitter, Instagram and on Youtube for all the latest Buckeyes news you need to know.
The post Scarlet Sunrise: Ohio State set for potential offensive clinic versus Western Kentucky appeared first on On3.
