Illinois Fighting Illini News - Sports Illustrated Page 34

ON SI
SI SWIMSUIT
SI NEWSLETTERS
SI TICKETS
SI RESORTS
SI SHOPS
SUBSCRIBE NOW

NFL
SOCCER
NBA
MLB
NCAAF
WNBA
FANTASY
BETTING
PREDICTION MARKETS
WATCH
SI TV

Home
Schedule
Roster
Stats
Tickets

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

|

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

|

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

|

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

|

Sep 4, 2025

Schedule

Standings

Team Leaders

Full Team Statistics

Team Rankings

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

|

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

|

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

|

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

|

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

|

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

|

Sep 3, 2025

Middletown football player Tomiwa Durojaiye smiles after putting on his University of Kentucky hat during his signing ceremony Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2021.

Sports Middletown Signings

Tomiwa Durojaiye Has Found a Home – and Perhaps an NFL Future – at Illinois

Jason Langendorf

|

Sep 3, 2025

Sep 20, 2024; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini quarterback Luke Altmyer (9) warms up before a game against the Nebraska Cornhuskers at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images

Three Things to Know About Illinois Football vs. Duke Ahead of Kickoff

Jackson Langendorf

|

Sep 2, 2025

Aug 30, 2025; Clemson, South Carolina, USA; LSU Tigers head coach Brian Kelly looks on during the second half at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ken Ruinard-USA TODAY Network via Imagn Images

AP Poll Week 2 Reaction: LSU Football a Winner, Alabama Crimson Tide Drop Down

Zack Nagy

|

Sep 2, 2025

Aug 29, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; The Illinois Fighting Illini cheer squad performs before an NCAA football game against the Western Illinois Leathernecks at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Illinois Football Recruiting Buzz: Jacob Eberhart Shines in His Season Opener

Pranav Hegde

|

Sep 2, 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

Illinois Football Anticipated a Rise in AP Top 25: Did the Illini Crack the Top 10?

Steven Greenberg

|

Sep 2, 2025

Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Ty Simpson failed to deliver a Week 1 win against Florida State.

Five overrated college football teams in AP Top 25 poll after Week 1

Matt De Lima

|

Sep 2, 2025

Dec 31, 2024; Orlando, FL, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks running back Oscar Adaway III (27) makes the catch against Illinois Fighting Illini defensive back Kaleb Patterson (22) in the fourth quarter at Camping World Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Reper-Imagn Images

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

Pranav Hegde

|

Sep 2, 2025

Nov 30, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema looks on against Northwestern Wildcats during the second half at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images

ESPN's Analytics Predict Illinois at Duke in Week 2: Do the Numbers Lie?

Jackson Langendorf

|

Sep 2, 2025

Oregon coach Dan Lanning speaks during Oregon football’s Media Day on July 28, 2025, at Autzen Stadium in Eugene.

Big Ten Power Rankings: Where Are Oregon, Ohio State, Penn State Heading into Week 2?

Cory Pappas

|

Sep 1, 2025

Takedown Policy

Terms and Conditions

SI Accessibility Statement

© 2026 ABG-SI LLC - SPORTS ILLUSTRATED IS A REGISTERED TRADEMARK OF ABG-SI LLC. - All Rights Reserved. The content on this site is for entertainment and educational purposes only. Betting and gambling content is intended for individuals 21+ and is based on individual commentators' opinions and not that of Sports Illustrated or its affiliates, licensees and related brands. All picks and predictions are suggestions only and not a guarantee of success or profit. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER.