Ohio State Faces Purdue with Key Injuries

Ohio State Buckeyes will play against the Purdue Boilermakers on Saturday, facing challenges due to injuries with six players, including key offensive and defensive members, absent. The Buckeyes, ranked highly in the College Football Playoff (CFP) standings, are coming off a significant win against Penn State and aim to maintain their performance with the help of quarterback Will Howard and freshman receiver Jeremiah Smith. Despite Purdue's poor season record, historically, they have surprised top-ranked teams, and Ohio State is cautious of this potential. The game will be hosted at Ohio Stadium, where Ohio State has a strong track record against Purdue, having won the past ten home games against them. Recruitment efforts continue as Ohio State hosts prospective recruits, including four-star running back Derrek Cooper, during the Purdue game. This recruitment is crucial for bolstering their future roster amidst potential NFL departures of current players.