Illinois Riding Collin Dixon's Hot Start Into Ohio State Matchup
The short version
- Illinois defeated Southern Illinois in a blowout.
- Receiver Collin Dixon leads the nation in touchdown receptions after three games.
- Illinois faces Ohio State on Saturday in the 'Illibuck' rivalry game.
- Women's basketball coach Shauna Green received a new contract.
The Illini enter Saturday's contest against the Buckeyes after a blowout win over Southern Illinois and a record-setting start from receiver Collin Dixon.
Illinois heads into Saturday's meeting with Ohio State coming off a lopsided victory over Southern Illinois. The Illini will face the Buckeyes with one of the nation's most productive receivers on their side.
Wide receiver Collin Dixon leads the country in touchdown receptions through three games. His opening stretch has been described as record-setting for the Illinois program.
The matchup carries added history. Illinois and Ohio State play for the "Illibuck," a rivalry trophy that dates back decades, and the Illini's most recent visit to Columbus has been a talking point ahead of this year's game.
The outcome may hinge on whether the Illinois offense can sustain its early-season production against Ohio State, while the Buckeyes look to avoid taking their opponent lightly.
Beyond football, Illinois also announced a new contract for women's basketball coach Shauna Green, and the school has released its men's and women's basketball schedules for the coming season.
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Written by the Matchday Live desk from reporting by Yahoo Sports.
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