Where: Ohio Stadium
When: Noon EST
TV: Big Ten Network
After a 42-0 beat down of the lowly Akron Zips, the Bucks now turn their attention to a much more formidable MAC opponent, Toledo. In some circles (Colorado, Michigan, etc.) they are referred to as the "giant killers". I would like to explore that theory, if you'll indulge me.
They beat the worst team in Michigan football history. Colorado isn't exactly a "giant" these days. Sorry, Toledo, but you really don't scare me. I can see you coming into the Shoe and giving Ohio State a bit of a scare with your high-octane offensive attack, starring WR Eric Page, and maybe even start rumblings about how good the defending Big Ten champs really are. What I cannot see is Toledo even sniffing a victory on Saturday, much less even thinking that it is a legitimate possibility.
The oddsmakers in Vegas seem to think that Toledo will give OSU a run for their money, with the spread hovering between 17 and 20 all week long. I will go on record and say that I expect the same amount of points that were score last week against Akron to be scored against Toledo. With the addition of Jordan Hall back in the lineup and RB and WR, there is no doubt in my mind that the offense will be able to score points once again at a very high rate. Factor in what I consider to be a hell of a defense, and the Rockets are going to feel like leaving early in my view.
I'll give the Bucks 3 rushing touchdowns, compliments of Carlos Hyde and Jordan Hall, to go along with another strong showing by the quarterbacks en route to a very strong, convincing win over Toledo. The return of Travis Howard will make life hard on the Rocket's passing attack; make no mistake about it.
Now, on to the 'ineligi-bowl'. Sigh...
Prediction:
OSU- 45
Toledo- 7
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