Ohio State hosts Illinois in Week 4 college football matchup
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 26, 2026, 12:25 AM
Last updated Sep 26, 2026

Ohio State is set to face Illinois in their first Big Ten game of the season on Saturday. The Fighting Illini come into this game with a 2-1 record, their only loss against Duke. Illinois head coach Bret Bielema aims to impose a physical style of play, but predictions largely favor Ohio State as a significant favorite. National media experts expect Ohio State to dominate, citing the disparity in talent and previous experiences against Illinois. The game will take place at Ohio Stadium with predictions ranging from Ohio State winning by at least three touchdowns to a more competitive score.
- •Ohio State is 3-0 heading into the match
- •Illinois has a 2-1 record this season
- •Predictions largely favor Ohio State by significant margins
- •The matchup is scheduled for Saturday afternoon
- •Game will be played at Ohio Stadium
- 12:25 AMYahoo Sports — Ohio State vs. Illinois predictions from the national media, Week 4
"We went around the internet to grab some natonal media predictions for the Ohio State vs. Illinois football game Saturday.
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