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Illinois dismisses defensive coordinator after loss to Ohio State

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Last updated Oct 1, 2026

Illinois dismisses defensive coordinator after loss to Ohio State
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Illinois football announced the dismissal of defensive coordinator Bobby Hauck following a 42-19 loss to Ohio State on September 30. Hauck and head coach Bret Bielema mutually agreed that a change was necessary following the team's Big Ten opener. The Illini now prepare to face Purdue on October 7, as Bielema stated there are no plans for an interim defensive coordinator this season. Indiana, on a four-game winning streak, is gearing up for a potentially pivotal matchup against Ohio State on October 17. Iowa remains a College Football Playoff sleeper after defeating Michigan with a last-second touchdown, and Nebraska sits undefeated at 4-0 as they approach a critical game against Maryland.

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  • •Illinois falls to 2-2 after loss to Ohio State.
  • •Bobby Hauck dismissed as defensive coordinator.
  • •Indiana prepares for Ohio State in two weeks.
  • •Iowa wins with a last-second touchdown against Michigan.
  • •Nebraska remains undefeated at 4-0.
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A chaotic start to Big Ten play has arguably left more questions than answers. Perhaps the first week in October may fix that problem.

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