The Ohio State Buckeyes are aiming for the College Football Playoff after their Rose Bowl victory last season. With championship expectations, here's what you need to know about their 2022-23 season outlook.

Betting Odds:

• Win total: 11.5 games
• Over: -205
• Under: +165

2022 Schedule Breakdown:

Key Home Games:

• Notre Dame (Season opener, primetime)
• Wisconsin (Sept 24)
• Rutgers (Oct 1)
• Iowa
• Michigan (Season finale)

Key Road Games:

• Michigan State
• Penn State
• Northwestern
• Maryland

Biggest Challenges:

• Notre Dame (Week 1)
• Penn State (Road)
• Michigan (Rivalry week)

Why Take the Over (11.5 wins):

• Improved roster from 10-win 2021 team
• Return of QB CJ Stroud and RB TreVeyon Henderson
• Strong home field advantage for key matchups
• Only two losses last season (Oregon, Michigan)

The loaded offense and favorable home schedule point to Ohio State surpassing 11.5 wins and competing for a playoff spot. Their toughest tests come against Notre Dame, Penn State and Michigan, but the Buckeyes have the talent to navigate this schedule successfully.

Prediction: OVER 11.5 wins

Key to Success: The Buckeyes must win their marquee matchups to have a realistic path to the College Football Playoff, starting with Notre Dame in Week 1.

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