Illinois at Ohio State

Saturday, October 14, 1961. Ohio State kept the Illibuck Share

Ohio State beat Illinois 44–⁠0. It was their 50th meeting; after it, Ohio State led the series 30–⁠17–⁠3 as played.

AwayIllinois0–⁠9 in 1961

HomeOhio State8–⁠0–⁠1 in 1961

FinalHigh 52°F, low 36°FAttendance 82,374

Before kickoff

Our ratings going in

Ohio State 75% to win. Elo’s favorite won.

Officially, Ohio State leads 70–⁠30–⁠4; as played, 71–⁠30–⁠4 in 105 meetings, counting the 55 since this game.