### Ohio State vs. Indiana: Betting Insights and Predictions for Week 13 Showdown

In a highly anticipated Week 13 college football matchup, the No. 5 Indiana Hoosiers and the No. 2 Ohio State Buckeyes are set to clash on Saturday afternoon at Ohio Stadium. Both teams come into this contest boasting impressive records, with Indiana undefeated at 10-0 and Ohio State standing strong at 9-1. The Hoosiers, fresh off a bye week following a narrow 20-15 victory over Michigan, face their first ranked opponent of the season in a formidable Ohio State team that has won 21 consecutive meetings between the two.

For the Buckeyes, the stakes are high as they strive to maintain their position behind Oregon in the national polls. Ohio State's recent form has been dominant, evidenced by a 31-7 triumph at Northwestern extending their winning streak to four games. However, the team will have to cope without their star center Seth McLaughlin, who is sidelined for the remainder of the season due to an Achilles injury sustained in practice.

Kickoff for this high-stakes encounter is scheduled for noon ET, with current betting odds from SportsLine favoring Ohio State by 10.5 points, down from an opening 13.5. The over/under is set at 52 points. SportsLine’s advanced model, which has a history of profitability and accuracy, has simulated the game 10,000 times to provide a detailed analysis for bettors.

Ohio State has demonstrated resilience after a rough patch that included a loss to Oregon and a close win over Nebraska. Senior quarterback Will Howard and junior running back Quinshon Judkins have been pivotal in Ohio State's recent successes, particularly in their wins against Penn State, Purdue, and Northwestern. The Buckeyes boast the nation's eighth-best scoring offense and the best scoring defense, statistics that underline their capability to cover the spread, as they have done in eight of their last 11 games.

On the other hand, Indiana's 10-0 season sets them apart from past teams that have failed to make a significant dent against Ohio State. The Hoosiers bring the third-best scoring offense in the country and a robust defense to the table. With senior quarterback Kurtis Rourke leading the charge, backed by productive running backs Justice Ellison and Ty Son Lawton, Indiana aims to leverage their extra preparation time and Ohio State's recent challenges to break their losing streak.

SportsLine's model leans towards an over on total points and identifies one side of the spread as more likely to hit in over 50% of their simulations, providing valuable insights for those looking to place bets on this electrifying game. Fans and bettors alike can look forward to a thrilling match as these two powerhouse teams vie for supremacy this Saturday.