Ohio State gives up less than 13 points per game. Penn State has picked up its ground attack. The Nittany Lions will try to stay on the ground to keep the ball away from Ohio State. That will keep the clock running. The Buckeyes have allowed just one touchdown rushing all season.

The key is Penn State's holding Ohio State somewhat in check. There are factors why this could happen. The Nittany Lions will be rested, focused and well prepared after being idle last week. They also are expected to get a couple of injured linebackers back.

Ohio State is in a flat spot on the road for a second consecutive week after an emotional overtime victory against Wisconsin. The under has cashed seven of the last nine times Ohio State has met a Big Ten foe.

There also is a weather factor. There's a chance of rain and gusting winds. Right now the forecast is calling for wind in the 15 mph range.