Final thoughts, expert predictions, betting line for Clemson vs Ohio State
When Clemson and Ohio State met in the Fiesta Bowl three years ago, the Buckeyes didn’t run a play in the red-zone and were shut out 31-0.
Don’t expect that to be the case this time around.
There should be plenty of points scored at State Farm Stadium today as these are two of the best offenses in the country, filled with talented playmakers.
Clemson has scored at least 38 points in eight consecutive games and is led by Trevor Lawrence at quarterback, who has 20 touchdowns an no interceptions in his past six games.
Ohio State leads the nation in scoring, averaging 48.7 points per game, and is led by Heisman finalist Justin Fields at quarterback. The sophomore has accounted for 50 touchdowns and one interception on the year.
Both teams have talented defenses, but the offenses might just be too good.
Clemson is favored by 2.5 points, according to latest betting line from Las Vegas sportsbooks.
“Money rolling in on Clemson at Caesars Sportsbook,” ESPN gambling writer David Purdum tweeted this afternoon.
The over-under for the game is 63 points. Don’t be surprised if the game sails over, with Clemson pulling out a high-scoring victory.
Matt Connolly prediction: Clemson 38, Ohio State 34
The ESPN FPI says Ohio State has a 55% chance of winning, but the feeling among many national experts is that Clemson will win and advance. Here are some predictions on the game:
▪ Lee Corso, ESPN: Ohio State
▪ Desmond Howard, ESPN: Clemson
▪ David Pollack, ESPN: Ohio State
▪ Jonathan Vilma, ESPN: Clemson
▪ Mark Sanchez, ESPN: Clemson
▪ Chris Fallicia, ESPN: Clemson
▪ Dennis Dodd, CBS: Clemson
▪ Jerry Palm, CBS: Clemson
▪ Tom Fornelli, CBS: Clemson
▪ Chip Patterson, CBS: Clemson
▪ Barton Simmons, CBS: Clemson
▪ Barrett Sallee, CBS: Clemson
▪ Ben Kercheval, CBS: Clemson
▪ Pat Forde, Sports Illustrated: Clemson
▪ Dan Wetzel, Yahoo!: Clemson
When does Ohio State play Clemson?
Who: Clemson (13-0) vs. Ohio State (13-0)
Where: PlayStation Fiesta Bowl in Phoenix
When: 8 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 28
TV: ESPN
Early line: Clemson by 2.5
This story was originally published December 28, 2019 at 3:35 PM.
