The Marshall Thundering Herd will face the No. 3 Ohio State Buckeyes on Saturday at Ohio Stadium, both teams coming off bye weeks. Marshall, with a record of 1-1, suffered a loss to Virginia Tech and struggles defensively, having allowed 208 rushing yards in their last game. The Buckeyes, who are 2-0 and have outscored opponents 108-6, are heavily favored by 39.5 points and are led by quarterback Will Howard and standout freshman receiver Jeremiah Smith. Ohio State's defense has yet to allow an opponent into the red zone this season, presenting a daunting challenge for Marshall's offense. Coach Ryan Day respects Marshall's head coach Charles Huff and his team but emphasizes the Buckeyes' talent and preparation. This matchup marks the third meeting between the two teams, with Ohio State winning both previous encounters.