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WEST LAFAYETTE, Indiana - The Ohio State football team will play at Purdue today as it continues on the road toward what it hopes will be a Big Ten Championship appearance on Dec. 6. The Boilermakers are coming off a narrow 21-16 loss at Michigan last week. “They have a lot of pride in that program and I think Barry Odom is a very good coach” OSU coach Ryan Day said this week. “Those guys are well coached and he is a good man and a good football coach. So we put the film on and watched them play last week and we know we have to be even better this week.” Latest Ohio State Buckeyes news Ohio State has flipped an offensive lineman from North Carolina: Buckeyes Recruiting How many top 10 NFL Draft picks are on Ohio State football’s 2025 roster? The answer is impressive Previewing Ohio State football’s game against Purdue: Buckeye Talk podcast An Ohio State tight end is set to face his former team on Saturday OSU quarterback Julian Sayin is emerging as a Heisman Trophy candidate in his first season as a starter. He has the nation’s No. 1 passer efficiency rating in the Football Bowl Subdivision at 189.1. Buckeyes linebacker Arvell Reese, a Glenville High School product, will look to add another outstanding performance to his resume after making 12 tackles in last week’s win over Penn State in Columbus. He was named Big Ten Player of the Week for his efforts. No. 1 Ohio State (8-0, 5-0 Big Ten) at Purdue (2-7, 0-6) Kickoff: Today, 1 p.m. ET, Ross-Ade Stadium, West Lafayette, Ind. TV: Big Ten Network. Odds: OSU was listed as a 29.5-point favorite by major sports books late Friday night. The over/under was listed at 48.5. Here’s a look at some highlights from cleveland.com’s coverage leading up to the game: Heisman Trophy Consideration: The Buckeye Talk podcast delved into the nuanced criteria for Heisman Trophy voting, exploring how team success and individual performance intersect. Reporter Stephen Means highlights the evolving landscape of college football’s most prestigious individual award, with hosts discussing unwritten rules that now factor in playoff participation and game-changing moments. The podcast panelists argued that modern Heisman voting goes beyond mere statistics, emphasizing a player’s impact on big games and team success. Hosts like Andrew Gillis and Stefan Krajisnik suggested that quarterbacks and skill players from championship contenders have a significant advantage, with team performance now playing a crucial role in determining the trophy’s recipient. https://www.cleveland.com/osu/2025/11/how-much-should-team-success-factor-into-heisman-consideration-particularly-at-ohio-state.html Georgia Tech Quarterback Debate: The Buckeye Talk podcast explored the complex value of a player who single-handedly drives his team’s performance versus a star on a loaded roster. Reporter Stefan Krajisnik writes about the fascinating discussion centered on Georgia Tech quarterback Haynes King and his unique role in the Heisman Trophy conversation. The hosts examined King’s remarkable statistical contributions, highlighting his 754 rushing yards and 14 rushing touchdowns. While Stephen Means offered a nuanced perspective on King’s skill set, the debate underscored the challenging question of what truly defines a player’s value in college football. https://www.cleveland.com/osu/2025/11/the-engine-vs-the-elite-is-georgia-techs-haynes-king-more-valuable-than-his-superstar-rivals.html Predictions: The Buckeye Talk team provided their detailed predictions for the upcoming Ohio State-Purdue football game, analyzing potential game dynamics and outcomes. Reporter Stephen Means details the staff’s game predictions, with each host offering insights into how they expect the Buckeyes to perform against the Boilermakers. The predictions ranged from a 45-0 shutout to a more conservative 42-3 victory, with hosts unanimously expecting Ohio State to dominate. Each prediction considered factors like Purdue’s improved performance this season and Ohio State’s offensive capabilities, ultimately forecasting a comfortable Buckeyes win. https://www.cleveland.com/osu/2025/11/ohio-state-vs-purdue-score-predictions-can-the-buckeyes-continue-the-boilermakers-college-football-drought.html Ohio State’s Hype Video: Ohio State released Volume 9 of its Gameday Trailer series in preparation for the upcoming matchup against Purdue. The video, titled “It’s About Us,” features linebacker Sonny Styles and includes speeches from coaching staff, highlighting the team’s unity and focus. Reporter Andrew Gillis highlights the trailer’s significance, noting it’s the Buckeyes’ second-to-last road game of the regular season. The video includes highlights from their recent win over Penn State and emphasizes team camaraderie as they approach the game against Purdue, which is scheduled for 1 p.m. on the Big Ten Network. https://www.cleveland.com/osu/2025/11/watch-ohio-states-hype-video-for-game-9-vs-purdue.html Arvell Reese: Top 2026 NFL Draft Prospect: Ohio State linebacker Arvell Reese is emerging as potentially the top prospect for the 2026 NFL Draft, according to draft analyst Dane Brugler. A Cleveland native, Reese has been a breakout star for the Buckeyes this season, starting every game and recording 54 tackles, 6.5 sacks, and nine tackles for loss. Reporter Stefan Krajisnik highlights Brugler’s bold claim that Reese is the best player he’s scouted this year. The linebacker’s impressive performance, particularly his pass-rush ability, has drawn comparisons to previous No. 1 draft picks like Myles Garrett and Jadeveon Clowney. https://www.cleveland.com/osu/2025/11/the-best-2026-nfl-draft-prospect-might-be-a-cleveland-native-playing-for-ohio-state-football.html Offensive Line Injury Update: Ohio State football faces uncertainty with three offensive linemen - Luke Montgomery, Tegra Tshabola, and Josh Padilla - who left the Penn State game early due to injuries. Stefan Krajisnik reports that head coach Ryan Day provided minimal details, stating only that two of the three would likely practice this week while the status of the third remains unclear. If needed, Day indicated Gabe VanSickle would be the fourth guard in the rotation. Montgomery has started every game at left guard this season, while Tshabola has been the starting right guard, with Padilla emerging as a rotational player. The team will continue to monitor the players’ health leading up to the Purdue game. https://www.cleveland.com/osu/2025/11/what-ohio-state-footballs-ryan-day-said-about-3-injured-players-heading-into-game-vs-purdue.html Broadcast Details: Ohio State will travel to West Lafayette to face Purdue in their upcoming game, with the matchup set to air on the Big Ten Network. Andrew Gillis highlights that the game will kick off at 1 p.m. Eastern, with Jeff Levering handling play-by-play duties and Jake Butt serving as color analyst. Brooke Fletcher will provide sideline reports for the broadcast. https://www.cleveland.com/osu/2025/11/who-are-the-announcers-for-ohio-state-at-purdue-on-saturday.html Linebacker Awards: Ohio State linebackers Sonny Styles and Arvell Reese are competing for prestigious national awards this season. Stefan Krajisnik reports that both players have been named semifinalists for the Butkus Award, which is given annually to the best linebacker in college football. Reese leads the team with 54 tackles, 6.5 sacks, and nine tackles for loss, while Styles ranks second with 45 tackles. Additionally, both linebackers, along with defensive end Caden Curry, were named semifinalists for the Lombardi Award. Reese was also named the Chuck Bednarik national defensive player of the week for his outstanding performance against Penn State. https://www.cleveland.com/osu/2025/11/ohio-state-footballs-linebackers-are-competing-for-prestigious-awards-buckeye-breakfast.html Podcast Discussion: The Buckeye Talk podcast breaks down Ohio State’s debut at No. 1 in the first College Football Playoff rankings of the new 12-team era. Stephen Means leads a discussion analyzing the implications of the rankings and the team’s path to the playoffs. The podcast hosts emphasize that Ohio State’s ultimate goal remains beating Michigan, which would likely secure their spot in the Big Ten Championship game and potentially the top playoff seed. They also discuss the potential Heisman Trophy prospects for quarterback Julian Sayin and receiver Jeremiah Smith.
