Big Ten power rankings Week 8: Ohio State cruises, Penn State tumbles

Ohio State Buckeyes wide receiver Chris Olave (2) blows a kiss to the sky after scoring a touchdown during the second quarter of a NCAA Division I football game between the Ohio State Buckeyes and the Maryland Terrapins on Saturday, Oct. 9, 2021 at Ohio Stadium in Columbus, Ohio.Cfb Maryland Terrapins At Ohio State Buckeyes /

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Illinois Fighting Illini wide receiver Casey Washington (Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-USA TODAY Sports) /

Fighting Illini . 11. team. 807. . 3-5 (2-3).

Illinois was the team of the week this past Saturday, with a historic nine overtime win at Penn State, thanks to a game-winning pass from Brandon Peters to Casey Washington.

The Illini won 20-18 thanks to 357 rushing yards and incredible defensive play. This was a huge win for a program in the midst of a rebuild. Running back Chase Brown led the way with 223 rushing yards and a touchdown.

The defense was able to hold Penn State to just 18 points in a nine overtime game was so impressive and they looked like the better team by far on Saturday.

This game may not turn around Illinois season, but this is a memorable victory that will be talked about for years.

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