Ohio State Buckeyes host Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium

The No. 5 Ohio State Buckeyes host the Maryland Terrapins at Ohio Stadium on Saturday, October 10, 2026. Ohio State enters the matchup with a 4-1 record, while Maryland struggles at 2-3 following a three-game losing streak.

Ohio State's offense is led by quarterback Julian Sayin and star receiver Jeremiah Smith, who is a Heisman Trophy candidate. The Buckeyes' defense has been a standout, allowing only 12.6 points per game this season. Maryland's offense features Malik Washington and Iverson Howard, but the team faces significant defensive challenges, having allowed high point totals in recent weeks.

Historically, Ohio State has dominated the series, leading 9-0 all-time. The game is scheduled for a 4:15 PM ET kickoff and will be broadcast on the Big Ten Network.