Ohio and Buffalo Clash in a High-Stakes Late-Season Showdown
So let me walk you through this Ohio vs. Buffalo matchup, because it’s shaping up to be one of those late-season games where momentum, confidence, and maybe even bowl hopes all collide at once. The spotlight is already on Ohio’s standout rusher Sieh Bangura, who has been one of the most electric players in college football this season. And honestly, based on what he did in their last outing, it’s easy to see why.
Ohio is coming into this game with a 7-4 record after absolutely steamrolling UMass 42-14. That win wasn’t just a victory—it was a full display of what their offense can do when everything is clicking. Parker Navarro didn’t have a big day through the air, throwing for only 28 yards, but what really stood out was how he used his legs. He rushed 14 times for 81 yards and punched in two touchdowns, proving he can keep a defense guessing even without lighting up the passing chart.
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But the real engine of that Ohio offense, once again, was Sieh Bangura. He carried the ball 27 times for a massive 196 yards—nearly seven and a half yards every time he touched it—and added two touchdowns of his own. It felt like every time he broke through the line, he was dragging momentum with him. Even in the receiving game, where he was used just once, his presence forced attention.
Now looking at the Buffalo side, they’re sitting at 5-6 and coming off a tough 37-20 loss to Miami (OH). Ta’Quan Roberson tried to keep them in it with a huge volume passing day—303 yards on nearly 50 attempts, with two touchdowns—but the two interceptions definitely hurt. Terrance Shelton Jr. wasn’t able to find much room on the ground, and the offense struggled to maintain balance. One bright spot, though, was Nik McMillan, who hauled in eight catches for 147 yards. He’s going to be important if Buffalo wants to push back against this Ohio defense.
The game kicks off Friday, November 28 at noon Eastern, right at UB Stadium in Buffalo. It’s set to be televised on ESPNU, and with Ohio entering as a seven-point favorite, the expectation is clear—but Buffalo has a way of throwing a wrench into predictions, especially at home.
So this one really comes down to whether Buffalo can slow down Bangura and force Ohio into a one-dimensional game. If not, the Bobcats might just run away with it—literally. Either way, it’s the kind of matchup where every possession feels like it matters, and that’s what makes late-season college football so much fun to watch.
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