Buckeyes Return Home to Host Oregon at Ohio Stadium
Ohio State returns to Ohio Stadium for the first time since Oct. 10 to host Oregon on Saturday with a 3:30 p.m. kickoff, ohiostatebuckeyes.com reported. The Buckeyes carry a 12-game home winning streak into the matchup, which is tied for the fourth-longest in the country.
Extending Historic Home Field Dominance
Ohio State looks to push its home winning streak to 13 games. The program holds a 491-115-20 all-time record inside Ohio Stadium and has claimed 160 home wins since 2000—nine more than any other program nationwide. Since the start of the 2019 season, the Buckeyes have secured 48 wins at home, which is the most wins by any team in that stretch. Head coach Ryan Day owns a 30-2 record in home Big Ten games during his tenure.
Jeremiah Smith Chases Conference Records
Wide receiver Jeremiah Smith enters the contest leading all players in receptions, receiving yards, and receiving touchdowns since entering college football in 2024. Through his first eight games this season, Smith recorded 62 catches for 1,067 yards and 13 touchdowns. He needs 164 yards to break the Big Ten records. If he surpasses 100 yards against Oregon, he will notch his 16th career 100-yard game, passing Marvin Harrison Jr. for the most in program history.
Ducks Arrive With Road Challenges
Oregon travels to Columbus with a 5-3 overall record under head coach Dan Lanning. The Ducks sit at 1-2 in road games this season, with losses at Oklahoma State and Illinois. Quarterback Dylan Raiola directs the offense after stepping into the starting role following an injury to Dante Moore. Raiola completed 96 of 145 passes for 1,097 yards and nine touchdowns across six games.
Frequently Asked Questions About the Matchup
What is Ohio State’s all-time record against Oregon?
Ohio State holds a 10-2-0 all-time record against Oregon heading into Saturday’s game.
What are Oregon’s notable wins this season?
The Ducks have secured conference wins over No. 12 USC, No. 20 Northwestern, and Nebraska.
Who leads Oregon’s defense in tackles?
Safety Koi Perich leads the team with 53 tackles and has added two interceptions.
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