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Tommy DeVito first quarter 2022 Nebraska vs. Illinois football

Photos: Nebraska Falls at Home to No. 17 Illinois

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The Huskers' offense went flat after one and a half quarters, and Illinois pulled away for the win. Thanks to Kenny Larabee of KLIN radio in Lincoln for providing these photos.

Ty Robinson and Colton Feist and Chase Brown 2022 Nebraska vs. Illinois football

Nebraska defenders Ty Robinson and Colton Feist combine to bring down Illinois' Chase Brown in the fourth quarter.

Isaiah Williams punt return 24 yards first quarter 2022 Nebraska vs. Illinois football

Illinois' Isaiah Williams returns a first-quarter punt 24 yards.

Anthony Grant 22-yard run 1Q 2022 Nebraska vs. Illinois football

Nebraska's Anthony Grant rushes for a 22-yard gain in the first quarter.

Quinton Newsome fumble recovery 2022 Nebraska vs. Illinois football

Nebraska's Quinton Newsome reacts after recovering a fumble.

Chase Brown run fourth quarter 2022 Nebraska vs. Illinois football

Illinois' Chase Brown rushes for a short fourth-quarter gain.

Travis Vokalek touchdown 2022 Nebraska vs. Illinois football

Husker tight end Travis Vokalek goes down the field for a 56-yard touchdown reception.

Travis Vokalek touchdown celebration 2022 Nebraska vs. Illinois football

Nebraska's Travis Vokalek is congratulated by teammates after his touchdown.

Isaac Gifford tackles Tommy DeVito 2022 Nebraska vs. Illinois football

Nebraska's Isaac Gifford sacks Tommy DeVito in the second quarter.

Tommy DeVito first quarter 2022 Nebraska vs. Illinois football

Illinois quarterback Tommy DeVito looks downfield during the first quarter.

Timmy Bleekrode field goal 2022 Nebraska vs. Illinois football

Nebraska's Timmy Bleekrode kicks a 26-yard field goal.

Logan Smothers 7-yard run 2Q 2022 Nebraska vs. Illinois football

Nebraska quarterback Logan Smothers rushes for seven yards during the second quarter.

Chubba Purdy run 2022 Nebraska vs. Illinois football

Nebraska quarterback Chubba Purdy rushes for a short gain in the third quarter.

Luke Reimer tackles Reggie Love III 2022 Nebraska vs. Illinois football

The Huskers' Luke Reimer brings down Illinois running back Reggie Love III during the third quarter.

Mickey Joseph 2022 Nebraska vs. Illinois football

Interim Nebraska head coach Mickey Joseph on the sideline.

Casey Thompson pass first quarter 2022 Nebraska vs. Illinois football

Nebraska quarterback Casey Thompson gets set to fire a first-quarter pass.

Bill Busch defensive coordinator 2022 Nebraska vs. Illinois football

Nebraska interim defensive coordinator Bill Busch.

Anthony Grant run 1Q 2022 Nebraska vs. Illinois football

Nebraska's Anthony Grant rushes for a short first-quarter gain.

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