Illinois Tops Nebraska 24-13, Earns Bowl Eligibility
Katin Houser threw three touchdown passes as Illinois improved to 6-3 with its fourth straight win.
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In Champaign, football news means college and professional game results, coaching changes, player contracts and roster moves. Reporting here spans the field from game-day outcomes to front-office decisions.
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November 7, 2026
Dixon Sets Illinois Single-Season Touchdown RecordSenior receiver Collin Dixon caught two touchdowns as Illinois beat Nebraska 24-13.
October 29, 2026
Receiver Bennett Konkey Reaffirms Illinois CommitmentThe four-star recruit solidified his pledge to the University of Illinois following an offer from Ohio State.
October 28, 2026
Illinois Football Defeats Oregon in 21-10 VictoryThe Fighting Illini secured a win behind a strong performance on the ground.
October 26, 2026
Big Ten Names Michael Clayton II Freshman of the WeekThe Illinois quarterback earns league honors following a victory against Oregon.
October 24, 2026
Oregon Holds Slim Lead Over Illinois in ChampaignOregon leads Illinois 10-7 during the college football matchup at Gies Memorial Stadium.
October 21, 2026
Champaign Central Maroons Clinch Football Playoff BerthThe Maroons secured a postseason spot following a late-season surge to finish with a winning record.
October 20, 2026
Freshman Michael Clayton II Leads Illinois to OT WinTrue freshman quarterback Michael Clayton II led the Illinois football team to a 38-37 overtime victory over Michigan State.
October 20, 2026
Illinois to Face Oregon in Saturday ShowdownCoach Bret Bielema prepares for three possible Oregon quarterback scenarios as Illinois navigates its own roster challenges.
October 14, 2026
Illinois Quarterback Houser Out After SurgeryThe starting quarterback will miss four to six weeks of play following surgery on his broken hand.
October 11, 2026
Illinois Quarterback Katin Houser Sustained Broken HandThe quarterback will miss considerable time after an injury in a 38-31 overtime victory over Michigan State.
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