On Saturday, October 11, 2025, the Ohio State Buckeyes will play against the Illinois Fighting Illini in Week 7 of the regular season. The game will take place at Memorial Stadium in Champaign, IL, and is set to start at 12:00 PM. Fans can watch the game on FOX. Ohio State comes into this game ranked #1 in the nation with a 5-0 record, while Illinois holds a #17 ranking with a 5-1 record.

Ohio State vs. Illinois Betting Prediction

• Money Line Prediction: Ohio State Buckeyes -664. Ohio State is ranked #1 and has a strong record this season. They have shown dominance in their recent games, including a big win over Minnesota.
• Over/Under Prediction: Over 50.5. Both teams have high-scoring offenses. Illinois has hit the over in their last three games, and Ohio State has a powerful offense that can contribute to a high total.

Team Trends

• Ohio State Buckeyes are ranked #1 in both the AP and Coaches Polls.
• Illinois Fighting Illini hold a perfect home record of 3-0 this season.
• Ohio State Buckeyes have a strong defense, allowing only 25 points this season, ranked 4th nationally.
• Illinois Fighting Illini have recovered 8 fumbles this season, ranking 1st in the nation.
• Ohio State Buckeyes won their last game against Minnesota Golden Gophers with a score of 42-3.

Ohio State vs Illinois Preview

The Ohio State Buckeyes will visit the Illinois Fighting Illini on Saturday, October 11, 2025. Ohio State holds the top spot in the nation with an unbeaten 5-0 record. They are coming off a win streak of five games. The Buckeyes have shown strong performances both at home and on the road this season.

Illinois, ranked #17, has a solid 5-1 record. They have won all their home games so far, making Memorial Stadium a tough place for visitors. The Fighting Illini are on a two-game win streak and are eager to challenge the Buckeyes. This game will be a key matchup in the Big Ten conference.

Illinois Fighting Illini: A Powerful Start

Illinois is ranked #17 in both the AP and Coaches Poll. The team has a strong start to the season with a record of 5-1. Their home record is perfect at 3-0, showing they play well at Memorial Stadium.

Luke Altmyer leads the team as quarterback with 1,573 passing yards and 12 touchdowns. Kaden Feagin and Ca’Lil Valentine are key running backs, each with over 300 rushing yards. Hank Beatty is the top wide receiver, catching 32 passes for 569 yards.

The Illinois offense ranks 11th in points scored this season. They have gained 1,603 passing yards and 791 rushing yards. On defense, they have recovered 8 fumbles, ranking 1st in the nation in that category.

Ohio State Buckeyes: A Top-Ranked Challenge

Ohio State ranks #1 in both the AP and Coaches Poll. The Buckeyes have an undefeated record of 5-0 this season. They won their only road game so far and are strong in conference play with a 2-0 record.

Quarterback Julian Sayin has 1,313 passing yards and 13 touchdowns over five games. CJ Donaldson and Bo Jackson lead the running backs with 193 and 360 rushing yards, respectively. Wide receiver Jeremiah Smith has 463 receiving yards and six touchdowns.

The Buckeyes’ offense has scored 187 points, ranking 26th in the nation. Their defense has allowed only 25 points, placing them 4th in points against. They also have recorded 14 sacks, standing 10th in that category.

Final Betting Pick

Ohio State’s money line prediction at -664 is supported by their strong performance this season. They hold the #1 ranking and have a perfect 5-0 record. Their recent 42-3 win over Minnesota shows their ability to control games. Ohio State’s away record is also solid, with a win against Washington, making them a reliable pick for this game.

The over 50.5 prediction is reasonable given both teams’ offensive capabilities. Ohio State has scored 187 points this season, while Illinois has scored 222. Illinois has hit the over in their last three games, indicating they can contribute to a high total. With both teams having high-scoring offenses, the over is a strong choice for this matchup.

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