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Sep 13, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini quarterback Luke Altmyer (9) applauds teammates during the second half against the Western Michigan Broncos at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Illinois vs. USC Preview: 3 Key Storylines, Including Why the Illini Offense May Roll

Jackson Langendorf

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Sep 25, 2025

College football analyst Greg McElroy picked the USC Trojans to handle the Illinois Fighting Illini on Saturday.

Greg McElroy picks USC-Illinois winner in Week 5

Matt De Lima

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Sep 25, 2025

Sep 20, 2025; Bloomington, Indiana, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini quarterback Luke Altmyer (9) leads his team onto the field prior to the game against the Indiana Hoosiers at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Goddin-Imagn Images

Illinois Football Recruiting Buzz: Bret Bielema Pursuing Five-Star Recruit

Pranav Hegde

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Sep 25, 2025

David Pollack at the ESPN College GameDay stage

David Pollack picks winner, final score for USC-Illinois matchup in Week 5

Alex Weber

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Sep 24, 2025

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Sep 13, 2025; West Lafayette, Indiana, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley stands on the sidelines during the first quarter against the Purdue Boilermakers at Ross-Ade Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Marc Lebryk-Imagn Images

Lincoln Riley Reveals Key to USC Handling Early Kickoff Time vs. Illinois

Caden Handwork

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Sep 24, 2025

Nov 19, 2022; Pasadena, California, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley reacts following the victory against the UCLA Bruins at the Rose Bowl. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Score Prediction For USC’s Chance To Make Road Statement vs. Illinois

Cory Pappas

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Sep 24, 2025

USC vs. Illinois football game prediction 2025

ESPN computer predicts USC vs. Illinois football game winner

James Parks

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Sep 24, 2025

Sep 13, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini players arrive before an NCAA game against the Western Michigan Broncos at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

How to Watch: No. 23 Illinois Football vs. No. 21 USC in Week 5

Jason Langendorf

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Sep 24, 2025

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Ja’Kobi Lane Injury Creates Spotlight for Rising USC Receiver Ahead Of Illinois

Gabriel Duarte

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Sep 24, 2025

Aug 30, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley watches from the sidelines against the Missouri State Bears in the first half at United Airlines Field at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

USC Coach Lincoln Riley Highlights a 'Shocking' Advantage for Illinois

Jason Langendorf

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Sep 24, 2025

Sep 20, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley speaks with the official during the second half at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Lincoln Riley Addresses Uncertainty On Injuries To Ja'Kobi Lane, Elijah Paige

Cory Pappas

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Sep 24, 2025

Sep 7, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; USC Trojans wide receiver Makai Lemon (6) celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the Utah State Aggies during the second quarter at United Airlines Field at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Jonathan Hui-Imagn Images

How Illinois Injury Creates Major Advantage For USC Trojans' Makai Lemon

Jalon Dixon

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Sep 24, 2025

Sep 20, 2025; Bloomington, Indiana, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini quarterback Luke Altmyer (9) leads his team onto the field prior to the game against the Indiana Hoosiers at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Goddin-Imagn Images

EA Sports' 'College Football 26' Simulation Predicts Illinois vs. USC

Pranav Hegde

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Sep 24, 2025

Sep 20, 2025; Bloomington, Indiana, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema walks onto the field prior to the game against the Indiana Hoosiers at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Goddin-Imagn Images

Why Illinois' Clash With USC Is the Make-or-Break Moment of Its 2025 Campaign

Jackson Langendorf

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Sep 24, 2025

Nov 12, 2022; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Purdue Boilermakers running back Devin Mockobee (45) runs with the ball as Illinois Fighting Illini linebacker Gabe Jacas (17) pursues during the first half at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

The Big Question: Who is Illinois Football's X-Factor Against USC?

Pranav Hegde

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Sep 23, 2025

Sep 20, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans quarterback Jayden Maiava (14) drops back to pass against the Michigan State Spartans during the first half at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Illinois Football vs. USC: ESPN's FPI Predicts Clear Winner in Top-25 Showdown

Jackson Langendorf

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Sep 23, 2025

Sep 13, 2025; West Lafayette, Indiana, USA; Southern California Trojans wide receiver Makai Lemon (6) warms up before the game against the Purdue Boilermakers at Ross-Ade Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Marc Lebryk-Imagn Images

USC Receiver Makai Lemon Tied To Travis Hunter With New Award

Caden Handwork

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Sep 24, 2025

Sep 20, 2025; Bloomington, Indiana, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema walks onto the field prior to the game against the Indiana Hoosiers at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Goddin-Imagn Images

Four-Star Wide Receiver Jabari Watkins Names Illinois Among Finalists

Pranav Hegde

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Sep 23, 2025

Sep 20, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley watches game action against the Michigan State Spartans during the second half at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

USC Trojans' College Football Fate Decided By Upcoming Schedule Gauntlet

Jalon Dixon

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Sep 23, 2025

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