Does Ohio State play today? College football schedule for Buckeyes' next game after Week 8

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The hopes for the Ohio State Buckeyes' perfect season were shattered as the No. 2 Oregon Ducks stunned everyone in the final quarter of their Week 7 matchup. The game had fans glued to their seats until the last minute as Ducks' kicker Atticus Sappington scored a game-winning 19-yard field goal with just 1:47 to go to give the Ducks a 32-31 win.

The Buckeyes have ended up with the same 11-2 record overall for the last three seasons. After this season's first loss, it seems that they may end up in a similar fashion. However, their subsequent games will have their say as to whether they can make it into the playoffs.

Here's a closer look at whom they are scheduled to play next.

Does Ohio State Buckeyes play today?

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No, the Buckeyes don’t play today as they have a bye in Week 8. After their Week 7 loss, the Buckeyes needed a break, and the open week came at the perfect time. Now, they have a chance to regroup and prepare for the second half of the season, where they will face some tough opponents. They can’t afford another loss after letting victory slip through their fingers.

Ohio State’s next game will be on Saturday, Oct. 26, against the Nebraska Cornhuskers. The game is scheduled to kick off at noon ET at Ohio Stadium, Columbus.

Can Ohio State Buckeyes make it to the college football playoff this season?

Ohio State is currently placed No. 4 in the Big Ten Conference, right behind three undefeated teams: No. 2 Oregon, No. 16 Indiana, and No. 3 Penn State. The Ducks have already defeated Purdue in a convincing 35-0 win in Week 8, extending their winning streak to seven games. Following them are the Hoosiers and Nittany Lions, both with a 6-0 record.

The Buckeyes will face some tough games in the following weeks with Penn State and Indiana. Then comes another strong opponent, the No. 24 Michigan Wolverines. The Buckeyes are still in line for a possible entry into the playoffs if they knock down their top-ranked conference rivals.

Also, their game against Nebraska will be another challenge, as the Cornhuskers too have a strong 5-1 record.