stupd cow should be significantly favored over O H I O. But 20 points is a good bit too much. We've seen our defense and it ain't likely to give up 45 points. This is the best defense that Solich has had.
And, OHIO's offense is young (played 3 true frosh on O-line) and almost all new guys (played zero or very few games) at qb, rb, and receivers. But an offense with some talent. An offense that, barring injuries, will get markedly better as the season goes.
In a turnover free game, I agree our defense won't give up 45, but I'm not sure our offense can put up 20...at this point.
This game will most likely come down to turnovers (it has for the last several years). This year our Bobcats have turned the ball over 5 times and has not force a turnover. My green glasses think we are due for a turnaround.
My prediction:
Turnover margin = >+2 - OHIO wins
Turnover margin = +2 - OHIO wins in close game
Turnover margin = +1 - Marshall wins in close game
Turnover margin = EVEN - Marshall wins but doesn't cover spread
Turnover margin = - 1 - Marshall covers spread
Turnover margin = -2 - UGLY
Turnover margin = > (or is it <) -2 - Fans on this website will indicate the season is lost and start focusing on next year