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Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Will Howard (18) signals to his offense during the second half

Opening Spreads Released for Every Big Ten Game in Week 14

Nov 23, 2024; Piscataway, New Jersey, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini wide receiver Pat Bryant (13) gains yards after catch during the second half against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights at SHI Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

3 Key Stats from Illinois Football vs. Rutgers (Week 13)

Rutgers dropped to 6–6 after falling to No. 24 Illinois on Saturday.

Greg Schiano Icing Illinois Kicker Before Game-Winning Attempt Backfired in Worst Way

Nov 23, 2024; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Nebraska Cornhuskers wide receiver Isaiah Neyor runs after a catch against Wisconsin Badgers linebacker Christian Alliegro.

Big Ten Football Week 13 Capsules

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Illinois receiver Pat Bryant (13) dashes for a 40-yard touchdown reception against Rutgers at SHI Stadium in Piscataway, New Jersey, to give the Illini the game-winning score in Saturday's 38-31 victory.

WATCH: Illinois WR Pat Bryant Scores Game-Winning Touchdown

Nov 23, 2024; Piscataway, New Jersey, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini wide receiver Hank Beatty (80) celebrates his receiving touchdown with wide receiver Pat Bryant (13) during the first half against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights at SHI Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Instant Analysis: Illinois Football Wins 38-31 Last-Second Thriller at Rutgers

Nov 16, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Michigan State Spartans kicker Jonathon Kim (97) kicks a field goal as Illinois Fighting Illini linebacker Gabe Jacas (17), defensive lineman Jeremiah Warren (55) and defensive lineman Alex Bray (11) try to block during the first half at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

For Illinois Football (or Anyone Else), Does Strength of Schedule Matter?

Indiana's Elijah Sarratt catches a touchdown pass against Michigan on Nov. 9, 2024.

McMaster's Big Ten Football Pick'em: Week 13

Illinois running back Josh McCray (6) turns upfield after catching a pass in the second quarter of a Big Ten football game, Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024, in State College, Pa.

3 Key Questions Ahead of Illinois Football's Matchup at Rutgers

Aug 31, 2024; Columbus, OH, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes quarterback Will Howard scrambles out of the pocket during a game against the Akron Zips at Ohio Stadium. Ohio State won 52-6.

McMaster's Big Ten Football Power Rankings After Week 12

Nov 16, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois fighting Illini players take the field against the Michigan State Spartans at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

How to Watch: Illinois Football at Rutgers (Week 13)

Nov 16, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini wide receiver Pat Bryant (13) runs with the ball after a catch during the second half against the Michigan State Spartans at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

ESPN Prediction: Who Wins Illinois Football vs. Rutgers Matchup?

Aug 29, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini wide receiver Malik Elzy (8) catches a touchdown in from of Eastern Illinois Panthers defensive back Isaiah Houi (23) during the first half at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Illinois Football Injuries Update: Uncertainty at Receiver, Linebacker

Nov 16, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini running back Josh McCray (6) celebrates his touchdown during the second half against the Michigan State Spartans at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Play of the Week: Illinois Football's Josh McCray Stiff-Arms Into End Zone

Nov 4, 2023; Piscataway, New Jersey, USA; Helicopters fly over the field at SHI Stadium before a game between the Rutgers Scarlet Knights and the Ohio State Buckeyes. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Illinois Football at Rutgers: Early Week 13 Weather Report and Game Conditions

Members of Illinois' offensive line huddle against Michigan State on Saturday at Memorial Stadium. The group helped the Illini hold the Spartans to zero sacks and run for 138 yards in a 38-16 win.

Is Illinois' Offensive Line Turning the Corner?

Nov 16, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois
Fighting Illini players face their fans after a 38-16 win over the Michigan State Spartans at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Ranking Illinois Football's Six Home Victories – Its Most Since 2001

Nov 16, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans quarterback Jayden Maiava (14) drops back to pass against the Nebraska Cornhuskers during the second half at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Big Ten Power Rankings: USC Trojans Back in Top Ten After Win Over Nebraska?

Aug 24, 2024; East Rutherford, New Jersey, USA; New York Giants quarterback Tommy DeVito (15) jogs off the field following the game against the New York Jets at MetLife Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-Imagn Images

Tommy DeVito (Again) Takes Over as New York Giants' Starting Quarterback