Ohio State Dominates illinois, 45-17, in Champaign
Champaign, Illinois – Ohio state overpowered Illinois 45-17 on Friday, October 11th, at Memorial Stadium, extending their undefeated season to 6-0. The Buckeyes’ offence proved too potent for the Fighting Illini, with a balanced attack featuring both passing and rushing touchdowns.
This matchup marked a key contest for both programs. Ohio State aims to maintain its position as a College Football Playoff contender, while Illinois sought a signature win to bolster its own bowl aspirations. The victory keeps the Buckeyes firmly in control of their destiny, while Illinois falls to 5-2 on the season.
Ohio State quarterback, Kyle McCord, completed 18 of 28 passes for 248 yards and two touchdowns.Running back Chip Trayanum led the ground game with 105 yards and a touchdown. Marvin Harrison Jr. was a primary target, hauling in 7 receptions for 94 yards and a score.
Illinois struggled to establish a consistent offensive rhythm against the Buckeyes’ aggressive defense. Quarterback Luke Altmyer finished with 178 passing yards and one touchdown, but also threw two interceptions. The Illini’s running game was limited to just 67 yards.
Key Game Moments:
* First Quarter: Ohio State quickly established control, scoring two touchdowns to take a 14-0 lead.
* Second Quarter: illinois responded with a touchdown, but Ohio State answered with another score before halftime, extending their lead to 21-7.
* Third Quarter: The Buckeyes continued to pull away, adding two more touchdowns to increase their advantage to 35-10.
* Fourth Quarter: Both teams traded touchdowns, but Ohio State maintained a comfortable lead throughout the final frame.
Updated Records:
* Ohio State: 6-0
* Illinois: 5-2
Ohio state will next face Wisconsin on October 18th at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison, Wisconsin. Illinois will travel to Washington to take on the Huskies on October 25th at Husky Stadium in Seattle, Washington.
