LSU's four-week run atop the AP Top 25 may face its toughest challenge yet in Week 13.
Ohio State has the potential to secure its third win over a ranked foe and first Top 10 victory of the season at home against Penn State.
If the Buckeyes do so, their resume could get even better with a pair of marquee clashes after Saturday's showdown at Ohio Stadium.
The top Big Ten team is less than 100 points behind LSU in both polls, and with the Tigers expected to dominate Arkansas, the Buckeyes could close the gap with a more impressive win.