Ohio State football faces Iowa in Big Ten matchup on Oct. 3
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 30, 2026, 10:12 AM
Last updated Sep 30, 2026

Ohio State is set to face Iowa on October 3 at 3:30 p.m. The Buckeyes are looking to rebound after previous performance issues, particularly on defense. Experts have varied predictions for the game, with scores ranging from Ohio State 21, Iowa 10 to Ohio State 33, Iowa 10. Key players include quarterback Julian Sayin and wide receiver Jeremiah Smith, who are expected to take a leading role in the Buckeyes' offensive strategy against Iowa's top-ranked scoring defense. Both teams have shown strong play, setting the stage for an interesting clash in the Big Ten.
- •Ohio State faces Iowa on October 3 at 3:30 p.m.
- •Expert predictions range from Ohio State winning 21-10 to 33-10.
- •Julian Sayin and Jeremiah Smith are key offensive players for Ohio State.
- •Iowa leads the nation in scoring defense at 8.0 points per game.
- 10:12 AMYahoo Sports — Our Ohio State football experts make bold predictions for Iowa game
"It's Ohio State vs. Iowa, and here are our predictions for the game.
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