Road Game in Champaign
Oct 24, 2026 | Memorial Stadium, Champaign | Last: W 38-9 (2024)
Oct 24,
Game Day
AWAY
Memorial Stadium
9-4
Illinois 2025
High
Confidence
Oregon won 38-9 at Illinois in 2024 and should handle this one again. Bielema runs a physical, ground-based program that wants to slow the game down. The danger is Oregon looking past this to Ohio State two weeks later.
Key Matchups
Bielema's physicality
Illinois wants to run the ball, control the clock, and keep Oregon's offense on the sideline. Oregon's defensive front should be able to stop the run and force Bielema into uncomfortable passing situations.
Trap game potential
Ohio State is two weeks away. The coaching staff needs to keep this team focused. Lanning is good at this. The "Win The Day" mentality means you do not look ahead.
Score Prediction
What to Watch
Focus. This is the last "easy" game before the Gauntlet. How Oregon handles the week will tell you about their championship mentality.
Pre-season analysis. Predictions are for entertainment. Coach: Bret Bielema.
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