Ohio State at Illinois

Saturday, November 5, 1977. Ohio State kept the Illibuck Share

No. 4 Ohio State beat Illinois 35–⁠0. It was their 66th meeting; after it, Ohio State led the series 43–⁠19–⁠4 as played.

Away4Ohio State9–⁠3 in 1977

HomeIllinois3–⁠8 in 1977

FinalHigh 67°F, low 52°FAttendance 66,973

Before kickoff

Our ratings going in

Ohio State 80% to win. Elo’s favorite won.

Officially, Ohio State leads 70–⁠30–⁠4; as played, 71–⁠30–⁠4 in 105 meetings, counting the 39 since this game.