Ohio State Football at Full Strength for Crucial Matchup Against Oregon

The No. 2 Ohio State Buckeyes are set to face off against the No. 3 Oregon Ducks in one of the most highly anticipated college football matchups of the regular season. As of the latest availability report, Ohio State is at full strength, with every scholarship player available for the game.

The only player listed as out is walk-on running back TC Caffey, who is sidelined for the season with a torn ACL. Wide receiver Carnell Tate, who was listed as questionable ahead of the Buckeyes’ game against Iowa last week, has been confirmed to return. Tate’s absence against Iowa was precautionary, and Coach Ryan Day indicated that he could have played if needed but was held out to ensure his full recovery.

This matchup marks the first time this season that Ohio State will play with all 22 of its offensive and defensive starters. The team has had various players miss games due to injuries earlier in the season, including left guard Donovan Jackson, linebacker Cody Simon, and defensive tackle Tyleik Williams.

The game, scheduled to kick off at 7:30 p.m. ET on NBC and streaming on Peacock, is a significant test for both teams, each boasting a 5-0 record. Ohio State quarterback Will Howard will face his former Big 12 rival, Oregon QB Dillon Gabriel, in a battle that could have major implications for the postseason and the Big Ten Championship race.

The matchup is expected to be intense, with key battles in the trenches and between the receivers and defensive backs. Ohio State’s offensive line, led by Donovan Jackson and Jos Simmons, is seen as a crucial factor in setting the tone for the game. Meanwhile, Oregon’s receivers will face a tough challenge against Ohio State’s secondary, which includes Denzel Burke and Jordan Hancock.