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Week 13 of the college football season will feature a top-five showdown between the Indiana Hoosiers and the Ohio State Buckeyes.
This game will have significant implications for the College Football Playoff rankings as well as the Big Ten as the season enters its final weeks.
Undefeated Indiana, currently on a 10-game winning streak – the longest in the program’s history – is making a compelling case for inclusion in the College Football Playoff conversation. Under first-year head coach Curt Cignetti, the Hoosiers have honed a formidable defense, currently leading the FBS in rushing defense. The offense, led by quarterback Kurtis Rourke, is a force to be reckoned with as well. Rourke boasts an impressive 71.8% completion rate, throwing for 2,410 yards, 21 touchdowns, and four interceptions this season.
Despite a setback against Oregon earlier this season, Ohio State remains a formidable contender in the College Football Playoff discussion and a spot in the Big Ten championship game. The Buckeyes, known for their powerful offense, are led by quarterback Will Howard, who has a completion rate of 72.9%. Howard is supported by dynamic running backs TreVeyon Henderson and Quinshon Judkins.
The Buckeyes continue to apply pressure, seemingly wearing down the Hoosiers as they consistently add to their score. Quarterback Will Howard connects with Jelani Thurman, who is open at the back of the end zone. Ohio State extends its lead to 28-7 against Indiana with 6:02 remaining in the third quarter.
Indiana managed to regain possession after forcing a fumble early in the third quarter, which was recovered by Mike Katic, giving his team a lifeline. However, quarterback Kurtis Rourke struggled to get the offense moving. Indiana’s punter, James Evans, punted the ball for 52 yards, and Caleb Downs was there to return it for a remarkable 79-yard punt return, extending Ohio State’s lead to 21-7 over Indiana.
