Illinois (2-1) faces No. 7 Ohio State (2-1) on Saturday, September 26, 2026 at Ohio Stadium, Columbus, OH. Kickoff is scheduled for 12:00 PM ET. The game airs on FOX. Below is a factual Week 4 college football matchup preview with current odds where available — point spread, moneyline, over/under, venue, broadcast, and coaching staff. Lines may move before kickoff.
Illinois vs Ohio State Odds & Preview Info
| Matchup detail | Line / info |
|---|---|
| Matchup | Illinois at No. 7 Ohio State |
| Records | Illinois 2-1 · Ohio State 2-1 |
| Spread | OSU -27.5 |
| Moneyline | Illinois +1600 · Ohio State -4000 |
| Total | 53.5 |
| Venue | Ohio Stadium, Columbus, OH |
| Date/Time | Saturday, September 26, 2026 · 12:00 PM ET |
| TV / How to Watch | FOX |
| Head Coaches | Illinois: HC Bret Bielema, OC Barry Lunney Jr. · Ohio State: HC Ryan Day, OC Keenan Bailey / Arthur Smith |
Illinois Preview & Staff
Illinois (2-1) visits Ohio State on Saturday, September 26, 2026. Illinois lists head coach Bret Bielema and offensive coordinator Barry Lunney Jr.. This Week 4 preview is informational only — no free picks or predictions. Early watch items include Week 4 identity, explosive-play balance, and matching the opponent's tempo in a FOX window.
No. 7 Ohio State Preview & Staff
No. 7 Ohio State (2-1) hosts at Ohio Stadium. Ohio State lists head coach Ryan Day and offensive coordinator Keenan Bailey / Arthur Smith. Home-field framing, early-season continuity, and situational football are the factual focus points for this Week 4 matchup preview.
Where to Watch
- Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026
- Time: 12:00 PM ET
- Venue: Ohio Stadium, Columbus, OH
- TV: FOX
Odds: DraftKings lines reported via ESPN around research time. Lines may move before kickoff. This page is a matchup preview only and does not include free picks or betting recommendations.