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Bold Predictions: Illinois

Illinois arrives in Columbus with the same 2–1 record as Ohio State after defeating Southern Illinois 48–10. Quarterback Katin Houser passed for 305 yards and two touchdowns in the win, giving Matt Patricia’s secondary something legitimate to prepare for. The Fighting Illini are still substantial underdogs, but they represent a meaningful step up from Kent State and an opportunity for the Buckeyes to begin conference play by showing measurable improvement.
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Monday Musings for Week 4 – Illinois

Ohio State delivered the response it needed against Kent State, but a 59–3 final did not answer every question. This week’s Monday Musings looks at Jeremiah Smith’s record, the emergence of the Buckeyes’ young receivers, the run-game and third-down concerns still lingering, and what the return of the Illibuck means as Big Ten play begins.
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Ohio State Falls to No. 7 in Updated AP and Coaches Polls Despite Rout of Kent State

Ohio State falls one spot to No. 7 in both the AP Top 25 and Coaches Poll despite a 59–3 victory over Kent State.
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Game 3 Recap: Ohio State 59 – Kent State 3

A week after watching a 20-point fourth-quarter lead disappear in a crushing 24-23 loss at Texas, the Buckeyes returned to Ohio Stadium with plenty to correct, plenty to prove and little margin for another sluggish afternoon.
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Week 3 Predictions – 2026

Last Week: It looked great for three quarters. If we are going to make fun of Michigan for playing 60:00:01 the first week, they can make fun of the Buckeyes
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Buckeyes Land 2nd 2027 Commit In As Many Days

For the second straight day, Jake Diebler and Ohio State have landed a highly rated recruit in the 2027 class, as point guard Jaxson Davis announced his decision to continue
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Game Preview: Ohio State vs Kent State

Now comes Kent State, an opponent Ohio State should beat comfortably and a matchup that will not answer every question created in Austin. The Golden Flashes cannot reproduce Texas’ talent, depth or environment. They can, however, give the Buckeyes an opportunity to reveal how they handled a difficult week.
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Buckeyes Land 2027 Canadian Forward

Deng Ngor has become the first commitment to Ohio State’s 2027 recruiting class, giving Jake Diebler and the Buckeyes a long, versatile wing with significant upside. The 6-foot-8, 200-pound Canadian
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Bold Predictions: Kent State

Kent State now comes to Columbus at the right time for an Ohio State team that needs to correct its mistakes, rebuild some confidence and prove it can maintain its standard for four quarters. The final score should not be in much doubt, especially with the Buckeyes entering as a heavy favorite. The more important question is what Ohio State does with the opportunity.
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Monday Musings for Week 3 – Kent State

The Buckeyes showed they can control a game against an elite opponent in Austin. A 24–23 loss to Texas showed just as clearly that control means little if it disappears in the fourth quarter.
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Bold Predictions: Illinois

September 24, 2026 Leave a comment

Illinois arrives in Columbus with the same 2–1 record as Ohio State after defeating Southern Illinois 48–10. Quarterback Katin Houser passed for 305 yards and two touchdowns in the win, giving Matt Patricia’s secondary something legitimate to prepare for. The Fighting Illini are still substantial underdogs, but they represent a meaningful step up from Kent State and an opportunity for the Buckeyes to begin conference play by showing measurable improvement.

Monday Musings for Week 4 – Illinois

September 21, 2026 Leave a comment

Ohio State Falls to No. 7 in Updated AP and Coaches Polls Despite Rout of Kent State

September 20, 2026 Leave a comment

Game 3 Recap: Ohio State 59 – Kent State 3

September 19, 2026 Leave a comment