The Ohio Bobcats (4-2) visit the Sacramento State Hornets (1-5) on Saturday, October 17, 2026 at Hornet Stadium, Sacramento, CA. Kickoff is scheduled for 10:00 PM ET, and the game airs on ESPN+ (streaming). DraftKings lists the spread at OHIO -14.5 with a total of 49.5; moneylines are Ohio -625 · Sacramento State +455. Below is our Ohio vs Sacramento State preview with the latest odds, point spread, moneyline, over/under, kickoff time, TV channel and where to watch, plus a look at each team’s season so far, head coach and key players. Lines may move before kickoff.
Ohio vs Sacramento State Odds, Spread, Kickoff Time & TV
| Matchup detail | Line / info |
|---|---|
| Matchup | Ohio at Sacramento State |
| Records | Ohio 4-2 · Sacramento State 1-5 |
| Spread | OHIO -14.5 |
| Moneyline | Ohio -625 · Sacramento State +455 |
| Total | 49.5 |
| Venue | Hornet Stadium, Sacramento, CA |
| Date/Time | Saturday, October 17, 2026 · 10:00 PM ET |
| TV / How to Watch | ESPN+ (streaming) |
| Head Coaches | Ohio: HC John Hauser, OC Scott Isophording · Sacramento State: HC Alonzo Carter, OC Eric Kiesau / Eric Scott |
Ohio Preview: Season So Far, Coach & Key Players
Season so far: The Ohio Bobcats are 4-2 overall, 2-0 in MAC play. Results to date: Sep 5 — L 49-21 at Nebraska; Sep 12 — W 29-27 vs Jacksonville State; Sep 19 — L 41-36 at South Alabama; Sep 26 — W 35-7 vs Stonehill; Oct 3 — W 13-10 at Kent State; Oct 10 — W 31-14 vs Central Michigan. Most recently, Ohio beat Central Michigan 31-14 at home. Through 6 games, Ohio is averaging 27.5 points scored and 24.7 points allowed per game.
Head coach: John Hauser (head coach since 2025). Offensive coordinator: Scott Isophording. Defensive coordinator: Kurt Mattix.
Key players (2026 season stats):
- Passing leader: Matt Vezza (QB) — 40/58, 439 yards, 4 TD, 3 INT
- Rushing leader: Victor Rosa (RB) — 65 carries, 289 yards, 4 TD
- Receiving leader: Riley Neer (WR) — 27 receptions, 397 yards, 5 TD
- Sacks leader: Ike Ackerman (DE) — 4.5 sacks
- Tackles leader: Michael Molnar (LB) — 49 total tackles
Strengths: A pass rush paced by Ike Ackerman (4.5 sacks). Questions: Handling a road trip to Hornet Stadium.
Sacramento State Preview: Season So Far, Coach & Key Players
Season so far: The Sacramento State Hornets are 1-5 overall, 0-3 in MAC play. Results to date: Aug 29 — L 28-17 at Eastern Michigan; Sep 5 — W 52-0 vs Mississippi Valley State; Sep 12 — L 49-3 at Fresno State; Sep 19 — L 31-10 vs North Dakota State; Sep 26 — L 35-6 vs Massachusetts; Oct 10 — L 38-10 at Bowling Green. Most recently, Sacramento State lost to Bowling Green 38-10 on the road. Through 6 games, Sacramento State is averaging 16.3 points scored and 30.2 points allowed per game.
Head coach: Alonzo Carter (first season in charge). Offensive coordinators: Eric Kiesau / Eric Scott. Defensive coordinators: Adam Clark / Kenwick Thompson.
Key players (2026 season stats):
- Passing leader: Jackson Sharman (QB) — 95/170, 1,001 yards, 6 TD, 5 INT
- Rushing leader: Isaiah Ene (RB) — 41 carries, 187 yards, 1 TD
- Receiving leader: Matt Coleman (WR) — 32 receptions, 454 yards, 4 TD
- Sacks leader: Fata Puloka (LB) — 1.5 sacks
- Tackles leader: Boogsie Silvera (S) — 42 total tackles
Strengths: The production of Jackson Sharman (95/170, 1,001 yards, 6 TD, 5 INT). Questions: A defense giving up 30.2 points per game; an offense averaging 16.3 points per game; ball security at quarterback (5 interceptions for Jackson Sharman).
How to Watch Ohio vs Sacramento State
- Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026
- Kickoff: 10:00 PM ET
- Venue: Hornet Stadium, Sacramento, CA
- TV / Streaming: ESPN+ (streaming)
Odds: DraftKings lines reported via ESPN as of October 12, 2026 2:12 AM PT (Arizona time). Lines may move before kickoff. Records, results and season stats via ESPN; coaching staffs per 2026 staff listings. This page is an informational matchup preview only.