Ohio State at Illinois

Saturday, October 5, 1985. Illinois took the Illibuck from Ohio State Share

Illinois beat No. 5 Ohio State 31–⁠28. It was their 74th meeting; after it, Ohio State led the series 49–⁠21–⁠4 as played.

Away5Ohio State9–⁠3 in 1985

HomeIllinois6–⁠5–⁠1 in 1985

FinalHigh 57°F, low 43°FAttendance 76,343

Before kickoff

Our ratings going in

Ohio State 61% to win. Illinois pulled the upset.

Officially, Ohio State leads 70–⁠30–⁠4; as played, 71–⁠30–⁠4 in 105 meetings, counting the 31 since this game.