Ohio State vs. TCU Odds
| Ohio State Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
-2.5 +102 | 147.5 -110o / -110u | -198 |
| TCU Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
+2.5 -122 | 147.5 -110o / -110u | +164 |
The 2026 NCAA Tournament field has been announced and Ohio State will take on TCU in Round 1 of the East region. Here's everything you need to know about Ohio State vs. TCU odds, spread and more.
Ohio State opened as a 2.5-point favorite over TCU in the first round of the NCAA Tournament. The total is set at over/under 147.5 points scored by both teams combined.
Find out how No. 8-seeded Ohio State and No. 9-seeded TCU match up ahead of their opening round matchup.
Ohio State vs. TCU Analysis
Two teams that have played up well at times this year square off for a shot at Duke.
TCU’s physicality and mobility in the frontcourt match up well against Ohio State’s Devin Royal. Plus, the Horned Frogs could frustrate Bruce Thornton if they choose to switch ball screens (Thornton shreds drop coverage).
Ohio State nearly toppled Michigan in the Big Ten tournament, but I like the matchup for TCU’s defense and rebounding.
For more coverage of the 2026 NCAA Tournament and Selection Sunday, make sure to check out our experts' live reactions to the bracket reveal and the Selection Sunday live show, where you can get their instant analysis on every matchup as well as some early insights to help you make your bets.
