Looking for Ohio State Buckeyes vs. Iowa Hawkeyes betting trends and odds? Below you’ll find the latest DraftKings Sportsbook Point Spread, Total and Moneyline betting percentages, plus where the public and sharp money are landing before kickoff on Saturday.
Ohio State vs. Iowa Best Picks Today
- Under 45.5 (-110): The Under has only 10% of Total tickets but 70% of the Total handle. Iowa allows 8.0 points per game, the lowest figure in this matchup, and holds opponents to 26.8% on third down.
- Ohio State -14 (-112): Money and tickets both lean Buckeyes, with 56% of bets and 79% of handle. Ohio State averages 522.0 yards per game.
- Julian Sayin Passing Yards 270+ (-140): Sayin averages 301.5 passing yards per game with a 187.2 rating, so the milestone sits roughly 30 yards below his season rate.
Game Info
| Kickoff | Saturday, October 3 at 3:30 PM ET |
| Venue | Kinnick Stadium, Iowa City, IA |
| TV | CBS |
Ohio State vs. Iowa Odds
| Market | Hawkeyes (Home) | Buckeyes (Away) |
|---|---|---|
| Point Spread | +14 (-108) | -14 (-112) |
| Total | Under 45.5 (-110) | Over 45.5 (-110) |
| Moneyline | +455 | -625 |
DraftKings Betting Trends
| Market | Side | Bets % | Handle % |
|---|---|---|---|
| Point Spread | Ohio State -14 | 56% | 79% |
| Point Spread | Iowa +14 | 44% | 21% |
| Total | Over 45.5 | 90% | 30% |
| Total | Under 45.5 | 10% | 70% |
| Moneyline | Ohio State | 96% | 86% |
| Moneyline | Iowa | 4% | 14% |
The Total is where the public and the money part ways. The Over holds 90% of tickets but only 30% of the handle, while the Under’s 10% of tickets carry 70% of the money. On the Point Spread, the larger wagers are also on Ohio State at 79% of handle against 56% of tickets, pointing to a projection of a comfortable but low-scoring Buckeyes win.
QB Matchup
| Stat | Hank Brown (IOWA) | Julian Sayin (OSU) |
|---|---|---|
| Record | 4-0 | 3-1 |
| Comp% | 68.0% | 72.2% |
| Pass YPG | 175.0 | 301.5 |
| TD/INT | 5/0 | 10/1 |
| QBR | 145.7 | 187.2 |
Team Comparison
| Stat | IOWA | OSU |
|---|---|---|
| Points/Game | 32.8 | 45.0 |
| Points Allowed/Game | 8.0 | 12.2 |
| Yards/Game | 429.0 | 522.0 |
| Yards Allowed/Game | 239.8 | 274.2 |
| 3rd Down % | 39.2% | 44.4% |
| Turnovers | 1 | 4 |
Key Matchup Numbers
- Two of the best scoring defenses meet: Iowa allows 8.0 points per game and Ohio State 12.2, a combined 20.2 against a Total of 45.5. That mismatch between the number and the defensive profiles is the core of the Under case.
- Iowa protects the football: The Hawkeyes have one turnover in four games and Hank Brown has thrown zero interceptions. Ohio State has four giveaways, which is the most realistic path to Iowa staying inside the 14-point spread.
- Ohio State’s passing volume is the swing factor: The Buckeyes throw for 365.2 yards per game, nearly 152 more than Iowa. If Sayin hits his average against a defense allowing 239.8 total yards, the spread takes care of itself and the Total becomes the only live question.
DraftKings Player Props
- Julian Sayin (OSU) Passing Yards 270+ (-140): about 30 yards under his 301.5 per game average
- Jeremiah Smith (OSU) Receiving Yards 120+ (-132): the clear No. 1 in a passing attack averaging 365.2 yards
- Bo Jackson (OSU) Rushing Yards 66+ (-119): Ohio State runs for 156.8 yards per game
- Hank Brown (IOWA) Passing Yards 170+ (-133): sits just below his 175.0 average against a defense allowing 274.2 total yards
- Kamari Moulton (IOWA) Rushing Yards 55+ (-127): Iowa runs for 215.5 yards per game, its primary way to control this game
- Tony Diaz (IOWA) Receiving Yards 49+ (-127): the top target in an offense throwing just 213.5 yards per game
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FAQs
What are the Ohio State vs. Iowa odds this week?
Ohio State, ranked No. 5, is a 14-point road favorite at DraftKings Sportsbook, with the Point Spread set at Ohio State -14 (-112). The Total is set at 45.5, and Ohio State is -625 on the Moneyline while Iowa, ranked No. 14, is +455.
What are CFB betting trends?
Betting trends show how the public is wagering on a game by breaking down the percentage of total bets (tickets) and total money (handle) on each side of a market. They help identify which side recreational bettors favor versus where larger, potentially sharper money is landing.
What is the difference between bets and handle?
Bets refer to the number of individual tickets placed, while handle represents the total dollar amount wagered. A side with low bet percentage but high handle percentage suggests fewer bettors placing larger wagers, often interpreted as sharp or professional action.
How do betting trends identify sharp money?
Sharp money refers to wagers placed by professional or highly informed bettors. It is typically identified through handle-vs-bet discrepancies: when a side draws a disproportionate share of money relative to its ticket count, sharps are likely involved.