Ohio State’s game against Illinois has been called off less than 14 hours before kickoff. The Buckeyes announced shortly before 10:30 p.m. ET Friday night that they wouldn’t travel to Illinois for a Noon kickoff on Saturday because of COVID-19 cases within the program. One of the COVID-19 positives is coach Ryan Day. The school announced earlier Friday that Day had tested positive and said that defensive line coach Larry Johnson would be the interim coach. The school said it had suspended all football workouts and activities. “We have continued to experience an increase in positive tests over the course of this week,” Ohio State athletic director Gene Smith said. “The health, safety and well-being of our student-athlete is our main concern, and our decisions on their welfare will continue to be guided by our medical staff.” No. 4 Ohio State’s second cancellation The Buckeyes previously had a game against…
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