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Oct 11, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini wide receiver Hudson Clement (13) drops a pass under pressure from Ohio State Buckeyes cornerback Jermaine Mathews Jr. (7) and safety Jaylen McClain (18) during the second quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Staff Picks: Who Wins Illinois Football vs. No. 7 Ohio State?

Jason Langendorf

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Sep 26, 2026

Ohio State Buckeyes running back Ja'kobi Jackson (24) runs at Kent State Golden Flashes defensive back Joel Cordoba (2) during the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Sept. 19, 2026. Ohio State won 59-3.

Buckeyes Have Something to Prove as Big Ten Play Begins

Hanna Williford

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Sep 25, 2026

Ohio State Buckeyes linebacker Riley Pettijohn (5) celebrates during the NCAA football game against the Kent State Golden Flashes at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Sept. 19, 2026. Ohio State won 59-3.

Linebacker Versatility Becoming Major Strength for Ohio State Defense

Dylan Buganski

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Sep 25, 2026

Sep 19, 2026; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini quarterback Katin Houser (4) looks to pass during the first half against the Southern Illinois Salukis at Gies Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

How to Watch: Illinois Football at Ohio State in Week 4

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Sep 25, 2026

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Ohio State receiver Jeremiah Smith runs with the ball against Illinois on Oct. 11.

Ohio State on SI Staff Picks: Can Buckeyes Maintain Dominance Over Illinois?

Zain Bando

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Sep 25, 2026

Ohio State Buckeyes defensive coordinator Matt Patricia takes the field before the NCAA game against Ball State at the Ohio Stadium on Sept. 5, 2026 in Columbus, Ohio.

The Unexpected Key Matchup That May Decide Illinois vs. Ohio State

Jackson Langendorf

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Sep 25, 2026

Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Ryan Day shakes hands with Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema following the Buckeyes' 34-16 win in the NCAA football game at Gies Memorial Stadium in Champaign on Oct. 11, 2025.

ESPN FPI Predicts Illinois vs. Ohio State: Do the Illini Have a Shot?

Jackson Langendorf

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Sep 24, 2026

Ball State Cardinals defensive back Anthony Pinnace (14) hits Ohio State Buckeyes running back Bo Jackson (25) during the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Sept. 5, 2026.

Why Bo Jackson is the biggest difference maker for the Buckeyes in 2026

Bryce Gatten

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Sep 24, 2026

Sep 19, 2026; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Ryan Day takes his team to the field before the game against the Kent State Golden Flashes at Ohio Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images

What Ohio State Coach Ryan Day Said About Illinois Ahead of Week 4

Jackson Langendorf

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Sep 24, 2026

Sep 12, 2026; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema walks off the field after a 31-27 loss to the Duke Blue Devils at Gies Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Illinois Football Availability Report vs. Ohio State Brings Mixed News for Illini

Jackson Langendorf

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Sep 24, 2026

Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Ryan Day motions during the NCAA football game against the Kent State Golden Flashes at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Sept. 19, 2026. Ohio State won 59-3.

Ryan Day Has One Major Decision to Make Before Ohio State vs. Illinois

John Hobbs

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Sep 24, 2026

Ohio State is a big favorite against Illinois in Week 4.

Illinois vs. Ohio State Prediction, Odds and Key Players to Watch for College Football Week 4

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Sep 24, 2026

Ohio State Buckeyes safety Earl Little Jr. (1) knocks the ball away from Kent State Golden Flashes tight end Hunter Hopperton (18) in the second quarter of the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium on Sept. 19, 2026.

The Biggest Questions Following Ohio State As They Enter Big Ten Play

Brett Alberts

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Sep 23, 2026

Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Ryan Day shakes hands with Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema following the Buckeyes' 34-16 win in the NCAA football game at Gies Memorial Stadium in Champaign on Oct. 11, 2025.

Ohio State's Big Ten Opener Comes With One Major Question

Zain Bando

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Sep 23, 2026

Big Ten QB Rankings: Julian Sayin Climbs as Dante Moore Faces Jayden Maiava in Week 4

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Sep 23, 2026

Trinidad Chambliss has one of the signature performances of the early college football season in leading Ole Miss against LSU.

Heisman Rankings After Week 3: A Clear Favorite Emerges for College Football’s Top Honor

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Sep 23, 2026

Sep 19, 2026; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Jeremiah Smith (4) runs a route during the first quarter against the Kent State Golden Flashes at Ohio Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Joseph Maiorana-Imagn Images

This Ohio State Superstar Should Be Poised for a Massive Big Ten Opener Against Illinois

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Sep 22, 2026

Sep 12, 2026; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini quarterback Katin Houser (4) before a game with the Duke Blue Devils at Gies Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Can Illinois QB Katin Houser Meet the Moment vs. Ohio State in Week 4?

Jackson Langendorf

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Sep 22, 2026

Sep 12, 2026; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema before a game with the Duke Blue Devils at Gies Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

One Key Ohio State Weakness That Illinois Can Exploit in Week 4

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Sep 22, 2026

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