Illinois Football vs Northwestern

Illinois Football vs. Northwestern: Odds, Trends and Prediction
Series trends: In 2003, as a 6-point underdog at Illinois, Northwestern scored a 45-43 upset, keeping the Illini from qualifying for a bowl game. The two years before that, the Illini won big – 41-3 in 2022 and 47-14 in 2021 – covering easily as the favorites. All three games went over.
Illinois focused on complimentary football heading into Northwestern rivalry
Coming off a thrilling 38-31 win at Rutgers, the Illini now turn their attention to Northwestern in hopes of reclaiming the Land of Lincoln Trophy. Illinois is a winner of two straight after winning in Piscataway after a Senior Day win over Michigan State.
Football: Northwestern closes regular season with Wrigley Field rivalry clash against Illinois
Northwestern football kicked off its season with much promise on Aug. 30. Fresh off a remarkable 8-5 campaign and Las Vegas Bowl victory, coach David Braun’s squad christened its new temporary home in Martin Stadium with a gutsy defensive win over Miami (Ohio).
With big goals in reach, No. 22 Illinois looks to take out Northwestern at Wrigley Field
No. 22 Illinois still has some big goals to achieve. The Illini can match their highest win total in 17 years and move within one of the school record if they beat struggling Northwestern at Wrigley Field to close out the regular season on Saturday.
No. 22 Illinois tries to reach 9 wins for 1st time since 2007 when it meets Northwestern at Wrigley
No. 22 Illinois (8-3, 5-3 Big Ten, No. 23 CFP) at Northwestern (4-7, 2-6) at Chicago's Wrigley Field, Saturday, noon EST (Big Ten Network) BetMGM College Football Odds: Illinois by 7 1/2. Series record: Illinois leads 57-55-5.
Illinois, Northwestern set to battle at Wrigley Field in next chapter of rivalry
Illinois and Northwestern are headed in opposite directions this season, but their paths will cross at Chicago’s Wrigley Field on Saturday.
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The final countdown: 1 game left for No. 22 Illinois football
After No. 22 Illinois football secured its eighth victory against Rutgers, the team looks toward its final game against ...
No. 23 Illinois optimistic about postseason hopes, takes on Northwestern
Illinois comes in at No. 23 in the latest College Football Playoff rankings and with three losses remains a long shot to make the coveted Top 12.
Illinois Football Should Move Up in CFP Rankings – But How Far?
As crazy as the Illini (8-3) making a real push up the College Football Playoff rankings on Tuesday? Uh, no. Seven teams ...
Illinois football's Bret Bielema dunks on Matt Eberflus comparison after miracle win
Illinois football pulled out a miracle win over Rutgers, and Bret Bielema had some fun with a fan who made a Matt Eberflus ...
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Illini football quick hits | Game Week: Northwestern
Illinois coach Bret Bielema was available Monday afternoon ahead of Saturday’s regular season finale against Northwestern at ...
Big Ten Football Week 14 Power Rankings: Illinois Cements Its Status
Nov 23, 2024; Piscataway, New Jersey, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini wide receiver Pat Bryant (13) gains yards after catch as ...
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Updating Illinois football rankings in US LBM coaches, AP Top 25 polls after Rutgers game
Where is Illinois in updated college football rankings? See where Illini stand after Week 13 of the 2024 season.
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Can't Wait For Saturday | Illini move up, but remain a long way outside CFP field
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