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Jul 24, 2024; Charlotte, NC, USA; Duke Blue Devils head coach Manny Diaz speaks to the media during the ACC Kickoff at Hilton Charlotte Uptown. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

Why Duke Coach Manny Diaz Calls Bret Bielema and Illinois Football 'the Blueprint'

Jason Langendorf

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Sep 6, 2025

What you should watch as the Week 2 college football schedule kicks off today.

College football's best games today: Week 2 schedule, what to watch

James Parks

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Sep 6, 2025

Nov 23, 2024; Piscataway, New Jersey, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema looks on during the first half against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights at SHI Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Does a Win Over Duke Guarantee No. 11 Illinois a Top-10 Spot in the Next AP Poll?

Jared Shlensky

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Sep 6, 2025

Nov 4, 2023; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini quarterback Luke Altmyer (9) celebrates his touchdown pass to wide receiver Isaiah Williams (1) during the first half against the Minnesota Golden Gophers at Huntington Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

Ranking This Week's Top Three CFB Games: Where Does Illinois-Duke Land?

Jackson Langendorf

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Sep 5, 2025

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College football predictions for Week 2 games from On SI

College football predictions for top Week 2 games by expert model

James Parks

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Sep 5, 2025

Sep 28, 2024; Durham, North Carolina, USA; Duke Blue Devils fans as the team runs out before the first half of the game against North Carolina Tar Heels at Wallace Wade Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jaylynn Nash-Imagn Images

Weather Report and Game Conditions: Illinois at Duke in Week 2

Jason Langendorf

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Sep 5, 2025

ESPN college football broadcaster Rece Davis chose the Illinois Fighting Illini to earn a close win on the road against Duke.

Rece Davis predicts winner of Illinois vs. Duke game

Matt De Lima

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Sep 5, 2025

Michigan quarterback Bryce Underwood (19) gets his first big test Saturday at Oklahoma.

Seven Best College Football Games to Watch in Week 2: Bryce Underwood’s First Test

Zach Koons

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Sep 5, 2025

Nov 4, 2023; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini quarterback Luke Altmyer (9) warms up before the game against the Minnesota Golden Gophers at Huntington Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

Luke Altmyer vs. Darian Mensah: Which QB Has the Edge in Illinois vs. Duke?

Jackson Langendorf

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Sep 5, 2025

Detailed view of a ESPN college football emblem on a end zone broadcast camera

ESPN computers predict the eight most competitive Week 2 college football games

Alex Weber

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Sep 5, 2025

College football predictions against the spread for Week 2 games

College football picks against the spread for Week 2 games

James Parks

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Sep 4, 2025

Michigan QB Bryce Underwood faces his first real test of the 2025 season at Oklahoma in Week 2.

Six Big Ten quarterbacks to watch in Week 2

Joe Cox

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Sep 4, 2025

Dec 31, 2024; Orlando, FL, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini running back Josh McCray (6) celebrates winning the MVP after the game against the South Carolina Gamecocks at Camping World Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Reper-Imagn Images

Early Bowl Projections Are Already Rolling in: Where Does Illinois Football Land?

Pranav Hegde

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Sep 4, 2025

Nov 23, 2024; Piscataway, New Jersey, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema looks on during the first half against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights at SHI Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

One ESPN Metric Is Higher on Illinois Football as Duke Looms

Jackson Langendorf

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Sep 4, 2025

Aug 29, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema leads his team during the Illini Walk before an NCAA football game against the Western Illinois Leathernecks at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Illinois Football Offers Four-Star Wide Receiver Milan Parris: What It Means

Jared Shlensky

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Sep 4, 2025

Aug 29, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema before a game with the Western Illinois Leathernecks at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

How to Watch: No. 11 Illinois Football Faces First Big Test at Duke in Week 2

Jason Langendorf

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Sep 3, 2025

Aug 29, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini linebacker Gabe Jacas (17) jumps on teammate Illinois Fighting Illini defensive lineman Eli Coenen (96) after a sack on Western Illinois Leathernecks quarterback Chris Irvin (5) during the first half at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Two Key Matchups That Could Decide Illinois Football’s Game at Duke

Jackson Langendorf

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Sep 3, 2025

Aug 29, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; The Illinois Fighting Illini run onto the field before an NCAA game with the Western Illinois Leathernecks during at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

EA Sports' 'College Football 26' Simulates Illinois at Duke

Pranav Hegde

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Sep 3, 2025

Illinois’ balanced offense and stout defense make them the safer side against Duke on Saturday.

Illinois vs. Duke Prediction, Odds and Key Players to Watch for College Football Week 2

Sean Treppedi

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Sep 3, 2025

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