Experts release early Ohio State vs. Oregon prediction as Smith, Raiola top Underdog Pick’em props
Brian O'Malley
Brian O'Malley
Sports Reporter · Liverpool, NY
Brian has dedicated over eight years to covering high school athletics across Central New York, previously writing for the Post-Standard. He is a former high school athlete himself, which gives him a unique perspective on the triumphs and challenges young athletes face in the community.
More from Brian →Sports Reporter · Thursday, November 5, 2026 at 2:15 PM · 1 min read
Ohio State opens November at No. 12 in the first College Football Playoff rankings, and Saturday’s visit from No. 23 Oregon gives the Buckeyes (6-2) little room for error after their loss to USC. Heisman Trophy hopeful Jeremiah Smith leads Ohio State’s offense into the 3:30 p.m. ET kickoff on CBS with 1,067 receiving yards and 13 touchdown catches, both second nationally.