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Report card for Ohio State’s win over Illinois
Ohio State never struggled against Illinois on Saturday, though there were a few cracks in the armor if you squint enough. This victory wasn’t as dominant as last week’s against Minnesota, but then again Illinois is probably a better team than the Golden Gophers. But who did better on the team? And who showed some room for improvement? Let’s fill out the report card.
Quarterback: A-
This is the worst grade I’ve given Julian Sayin in a while, which is saying something. He is just so close to perfect every week. The fact that going below 70% completion percentage (with the help of some balls that should have been caught, too) is what knocks him down from an A to an A- says a lot on its own, too.
Running Backs: C-
C.J. Donaldson punched it in twice and Bo Jackson had some nice-looking runs, but this running game is still the team’s weakness. An average of barely three yards per carry with running backs this talented just isn’t where this team should be.
Wide Receivers: A
Another week, another top grade from this receiving corps. They weren’t fully perfect (Jeremiah Smith actually had a “drop” that really hurt a drive), but they were close enough.
Linebackers: A+
The defense as a whole didn’t have its best game of the season (it was probably the worst, but that’s just how dominant the defense has been this year), but the linebackers were their stellar selves. Arvell Reese and Sonny Styles are probably the best duo in the country, and they showed it again. They fly to the ball, can back up the run defense, and are both fast enough to pick up coverage when needed, too. And Payton Pierce got in on the action with an interception off a deflection.
Defensive Line: C+
This was the worst showing by the pass rush all season. Luke Altmaier had way too much time to throw. Sure, they also got home for four sacks, but overall Illinois moved the ball pretty easily. If not for turnovers, this game could have been a lot closer.
Secondary: B+
The passing yards might get blamed on them, but Davison Igbinosun really played a solid game. The success through the air was far more on the defensive line than it was on the defensive backfield.
Special Teams: A
Jayden Fielding was perfect yet again. He’s not asked for much, but he generally does it all perfectly.
An ice cream shop in Plainfield, Illinois, has launched an anti-bullying campaign after an incident with a customer.
Hazel Marie’s is located at 24030 Lockport St. in Plainfield. Owner Tammy Barvian said on Memorial Day, a customer crossed a line.
“We had a customer that felt that it was OK and appropriate to throw — not toss, but throw — a banana split at the back of one of our employees’ heads and hit her in the back of the head,” said Barvian. “Not going to be tolerated here. Not something that we’re going to allow.”
On Sunday, the store asked people to bring bananas and wear yellow for $5 Sundays. The owners said they wanted to raise $10,000 for their Bananas Against Bullies campaign.
According to the Patch, Plainfield police officers responded to the scene after the incident on Monday, May 25, but could not identify the man involved.
The employee who was hit was doing OK days later.
On this episode of ‘Oskee Talk’ I discuss how Andrej Stojakovic’s return impacts the Fighting Illini’s bid for another Final Four (3:51) as well as incoming freshman Quentin Coleman earning a spot on Team USA (17:02).
I also introduce Illinois’ newest women’s basketball recruits (23:15) and criticize the NCAA’s new international eligibility rules (30:20). Finally, I provide updates on Illinois’ football schedule (43:25) and the program’s newest signees (51:43).
Join the conversation! Comment below and make sure to subscribe to Oskee Talk wherever you find your podcasts!
Saturday, May 30, 2026 10:40PM
NILES, Ill. (WLS) — A driver was injured in a large north suburban crash on Saturday afternoon, police said.
Niles police said an elderly man shifted his vehicle into drive instead of reverse inside his garage.
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The driver crashed through his garage before going through the wall and door of his neighbor’s garage near Harlem and Howard, police said. He then struck two houses.
The driver was taken to a local hospital with non-life-threatening injuries. No one else was hurt.
Police did not immediately provide further information.
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