April 21, 2025

Ohio State football: 7 things to know about the matchup, series with Wisconsin


Ohio State football will be played in the daylight for the first time in more than a month Saturday when the Buckeyes play host to Wisconsin on Saturday.  The noon game will also mark a return home for Ohio State after a week off and a trip to Northwestern.  >>RELATED: Buckeyes blast Wildcats | Run defense concerns?  Here are seven things to know about the matchup and the series with the Badgers:  1. They are coming off their first loss.  Illinois shocked then-No. 6 Wisconsin with a field goal at the final gun to prevail 24-23 Saturday, one of the biggest upsets of the season so far.  The Badgers outgained the Fighting Illini 420-315 and dominated time of possession 40:49-19:11 but were undone by big plays and turnovers.  Illinois scored on pass plays of 48 and 29 yards along with a 43-yard run, and the winning score was set up…

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