Ohio State at Illinois

Saturday, October 8, 1966. Illinois took the Illibuck from Ohio State

Illinois beat Ohio State 10–⁠9. It was their 55th meeting; after it, Ohio State led the series 33–⁠18–⁠4 as played.

AwayOhio State4–⁠5 in 1966
9
HomeIllinois4–⁠6 in 1966
10

FinalHigh 70°F, low 48°FAttendance 51,069

Before kickoff

Our ratings going in

Our ratings (scores only)

Illinois 51% to win. Elo’s favorite won.

Officially, Ohio State leads 70–⁠30–⁠4; as played, 71–⁠30–⁠4 in 105 meetings, counting the 50 since this game.

Recent meetings
2026Ohio State 42, Illinois 19
2025Ohio State 34, Illinois 16
2017Ohio State 52, Illinois 14
2015Ohio State 28, Illinois 3
2014Ohio State 55, Illinois 14
2013Ohio State 60, Illinois 35

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