Ohio State at Illinois

Saturday, October 15, 1983. Illinois took the Illibuck from Ohio State Share

No. 19 Illinois beat No. 6 Ohio State 17–⁠13. It was their 72nd meeting; after it, Ohio State led the series 48–⁠20–⁠4 as played.

Away6Ohio State9–⁠3 in 1983

Home19Illinois10–⁠2 in 1983

FinalHigh 72°F, low 46°FAttendance 73,414

Before kickoff

Our ratings going in

Illinois 52% to win. Illinois pulled the upset. Elo’s favorite won.

Officially, Ohio State leads 70–⁠30–⁠4; as played, 71–⁠30–⁠4 in 105 meetings, counting the 33 since this game.