Ohio State’s next opponent has a player that can test its best unit on defense

Ohio State’s next opponent has a player that can test its best unit on defense

COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Ohio State opens up Big Ten play at home with a historic rivalry trophy on the line.

Game Preview: Illinois Fighting Illini

Ohio State took care of business against Kent State a week ago. Now, they face a Big Ten squad for the first time in 2026. Illinois comes into Columbus on the heels of a 48-10 victory in Week 3. Th…

UpDAYtes: Ryan Day previews matchup with Illinois as Buckeyes begin Big Ten competition

It has been six seasons since the last time Ohio State won the Big Ten championship. Despite having the most wins among teams in the conference during that span, the Buckeyes have not recaptured the Big Ten title since 2020. Ohio State’s first step to claiming the conference championship starts with its first Big Ten matchup against Illinois.

Ohio State Drops in AP Poll Despite Blowout Win, Turn Attention to Illinois In Big Ten Opener

COLUMBUS, Ohio — Apparently a 56-point victory wasn’t enough to keep Ohio State from sliding in the polls. Despite dismantling Kent State 59-3 Saturday afternoon at Ohio Stadium, the Buckeyes dropped one spot from No. 6 to No. 7 in the latest Associated Press Top 25. Ohio State’s drop had more to do with movement around […]