The Buckeyes desperately need to make a statement in this game in order to make a strong enough case to the College Football Playoff committee if they aren't able to play in the Big Ten title game. The Spartans have struggled with opposing QBs who can threaten them with their legs and attack them at every level of the field. That aptly describes Ohio State QB Justin Fields.

Ohio State returns to action this week after having to cancel last week's game against Illinois and finds itself in a tricky spot. For some reason, its win over a top-10 Indiana team was deemed too close, and now people are questioning the team's resume because it's only played four games. Well, one way to silence the doubters a bit would be to put a beating on a Michigan State team that just doesn't have the offensive firepower to challenge them. The Buckeyes have to make a statement, and will.