This is a BIG TEN TOTAL OF THE YEAR on the UNDER Ohio State/Northwestern.

Both teams have been involved in some higher-scoring games this season, but I believe the stage is finally set for a lower-scoring battle here on Saturday afternoon.

Ohio State is 8-0, while Northwestern is 1-7.

The Buckeyes are massive favorites and are the better team in every respect. They average 48.9 PPG, but I don't believe OSU will keep the foot on the gas from start to finish. After playing to six straight OVERS, today's line is inflated just a bit in my opinion.

This line actually opened at 61.5 and it's since dropped due to inclement weather, but not nearly enough in my opinion.

I just can't see the Wildcats' offense doing much of anything today. Northwestern is off a 33-13 loss to Iowa and it's only averaging 17.9 PPG.

Expect plenty of running and clock killing from the visiting side and for this total to stay well UNDER the number once it's all said and done.

Good luck, NP