Ohio State defeats Illinois 42-19 in college football matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 28, 2026, 12:01 PM
Last updated Sep 28, 2026
Ohio State secured a 42-19 victory over Illinois on September 26, 2026, at Ohio Stadium. Jeremiah Smith had a standout performance with four touchdowns, highlighting his role in the Buckeyes' offense. Despite the win, concerns have emerged regarding Ohio State's defense, which showed vulnerabilities during the game. The Buckeyes are now ranked No. 5 in the AP Poll and face Iowa next week as 14.5-point favorites.
- •Jeremiah Smith scored four touchdowns against Illinois.
- •Ohio State is now 5th in the AP Poll.
- •The Buckeyes will play Iowa next, favored by 14.5 points.
- •Concerns persist regarding Ohio State's defensive performance.
- •Bobby Hauck was let go as Illinois' defensive coordinator after the game.
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