Illinois cheerleaders walk through Grange Grove ahead of the players during the Illini Walk before the team’s game against Oregon at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The Illini defeated the Ducks 21-10 in front of 58,723 fans.
Illinois cheerleaders walk through Grange Grove ahead of the players during the Illini Walk before the team’s game against Oregon at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The Illini defeated the Ducks 21-10 in front of 58,723 fans.
Illinois head coach Bret Bielema walks through Grange Grove during the Illini Walk before his team’s game against Oregon at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. Bielema’s Illini defeated the Ducks 21-10 to improve to 4-3 on the season.
Illinois players walk through Grange Grove during the Illini Walk before their game against Oregon at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The Illini defeated the Ducks 21-10 in front of 58,723 fans.
Illinois players walk through Grange Grove during the Illini Walk before their game against Oregon at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The Illini defeated the Ducks 21-10 in front of 58,723 fans.
Illinois players walk through Grange Grove during the Illini Walk before their game against Oregon at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The Illini defeated the Ducks 21-10 in front of 58,723 fans.
Illinois players walk through Grange Grove during the Illini Walk before their game against Oregon at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The Illini defeated the Ducks 21-10 in front of 58,723 fans.
Illinois players walk through Grange Grove during the Illini Walk before their game against Oregon at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The Illini defeated the Ducks 21-10 in front of 58,723 fans.
Illinois players walk through Grange Grove during the Illini Walk before their game against Oregon at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The Illini defeated the Ducks 21-10 in front of 58,723 fans.
Illinois players walk through Grange Grove during the Illini Walk before their game against Oregon at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The Illini defeated the Ducks 21-10 in front of 58,723 fans.
Illinois players walk through Grange Grove during the Illini Walk before their game against Oregon at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The Illini defeated the Ducks 21-10 in front of 58,723 fans.
Illinois players walk through Grange Grove during the Illini Walk before their game against Oregon at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The Illini defeated the Ducks 21-10 in front of 58,723 fans.
Illinois players walk through Grange Grove during the Illini Walk before their game against Oregon at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The Illini defeated the Ducks 21-10 in front of 58,723 fans.
Illinois players walk through Grange Grove during the Illini Walk before their game against Oregon at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The Illini defeated the Ducks 21-10 in front of 58,723 fans.
Illinois players walk through Grange Grove during the Illini Walk before their game against Oregon at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The Illini defeated the Ducks 21-10 in front of 58,723 fans.
Illinois players walk through Grange Grove during the Illini Walk before their game against Oregon at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The Illini defeated the Ducks 21-10 in front of 58,723 fans.
Illinois players walk through Grange Grove during the Illini Walk before their game against Oregon at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The Illini defeated the Ducks 21-10 in front of 58,723 fans.
The Marching Illini performs outside Gies Memorial Stadium before Illinois’ game against Oregon on Oct. 24, 2026. The Illini defeated the Ducks 21-10 in front of 58,723 fans.
Nas Rankin, freshman wide receiver, catches a pass during warmups before Illinois’ game against Oregon at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The Illini defeated the Ducks 21-10 in front of 58,723 fans.
Illinois head coach Bret Bielema watches his team during warmups before their game against Oregon at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. Bielema’s Illini defeated the Ducks 21-10 to improve to 4-3 on the season.
The Marching Illini lines up alongside Big Ten conference flags before Illinois’ game against Oregon at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The Illini defeated the Ducks 21-10 in front of 58,723 fans.
The Marching Illini lines up alongside Big Ten conference flags before Illinois’ game against Oregon at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The Illini defeated the Ducks 21-10 in front of 58,723 fans.
The Marching Illini lines up alongside Big Ten conference flags before Illinois’ game against Oregon at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The Illini defeated the Ducks 21-10 in front of 58,723 fans.
An Illinois cheerleader performs on the field before the Illini’s game against Oregon at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. Illinois defeated the Ducks 21-10 in front of 58,723 fans.
A Boeing CH-47 Chinook and a Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter fly over Gies Memorial Stadium before Illinois’ game against Oregon on Oct. 24, 2026. The Illini defeated the Ducks 21-10 in front of 58,723 fans.
A Boeing CH-47 Chinook and a Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter fly over Gies Memorial Stadium before Illinois’ game against Oregon on Oct. 24, 2026. The Illini defeated the Ducks 21-10 in front of 58,723 fans.
A Boeing CH-47 Chinook and a Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter fly over Gies Memorial Stadium before Illinois’ game against Oregon on Oct. 24, 2026. The Illini defeated the Ducks 21-10 in front of 58,723 fans.
Illinois cheerleaders celebrate on the field amid orange smoke before the Illini’s game against Oregon at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. Illinois defeated the Ducks 21-10 in front of 58,723 fans.
Illinois football players run out of the tunnel before their game against Oregon at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The Illini defeated the Ducks 21-10 in front of 58,723 fans.
Illinois football players run out of the tunnel before their game against Oregon at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The Illini defeated the Ducks 21-10 in front of 58,723 fans.
Illinois football players run out of the tunnel before their game against Oregon at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The Illini defeated the Ducks 21-10 in front of 58,723 fans.
Illinois football players run out of the tunnel before their game against Oregon at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The Illini defeated the Ducks 21-10 in front of 58,723 fans.
Patrick Mahoney III, senior long snapper, runs out of the tunnel before Illinois’ game against Oregon at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The Illini defeated the Ducks 21-10 to improve to 4-3 on the season.
Patrick Mahoney III, senior long snapper, runs out of the tunnel before Illinois’ game against Oregon at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The Illini defeated the Ducks 21-10 to improve to 4-3 on the season.
Jordan Anderson, fifth-year running back, runs out of the tunnel before Illinois’ game against Oregon at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. Anderson rushed 11 times for 67 yards in Illinois’ 21-10 victory over the Ducks.
Leslie Mosley Jr., freshman wide receiver, runs out of the tunnel before Illinois’ game against Oregon at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The Illini defeated the Ducks 21-10 to improve to 4-3 on the season.
James Kreutz, fifth-year linebacker, runs out of the tunnel before Illinois’ game against Oregon at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. Kreutz finished the game with nine total tackles in Illinois’ 21-10 victory over the Ducks.
Ismael Kante, fifth-year linebacker, runs out of the tunnel before Illinois’ game against Oregon at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. Kante finished the game with seven total tackles in Illinois’ 21-10 victory over the Ducks.
Jakwon Morris, junior defensive back, and Ismael Kante, fifth-year linebacker, exchange a handshake after emerging from the tunnel before Illinois’ game against Oregon at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The Illini defeated the Ducks 21-10 to improve to 4-3 on the season.
Brandon Henderson, senior offensive lineman, runs out of the tunnel before Illinois’ game against Oregon at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The Illini defeated Oregon 21-10 in front of 58,723 fans at Gies Memorial Stadium.
Pat Farrell, senior defensive lineman, runs out of the tunnel before Illinois’ game against Oregon at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The Illini defeated the Ducks 21-10 to improve to 4-3 on the season.
Collin Dixon, senior wide receiver, runs out of the tunnel before Illinois’ game against Oregon at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. Dixon hauled in six receptions for 65 yards and a touchdown in Illinois’ 21-10 victory.
Jake Renfro, seventh-year offensive lineman, runs out of the tunnel before Illinois’ game against Oregon at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The Illini defeated the Ducks 21-10 to improve to 4-3 on the season.
Aidan Laughery, fifth-year running back, runs out of the tunnel before Illinois’ game against Oregon at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. Laughery rushed for a game-high 123 yards and a touchdown in Illinois’ 21-10 victory.
Juice Clarke, senior defensive back, greets Xavier Scott, fifth-year defensive back, as he emerges from the tunnel before Illinois’ game against Oregon at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The Illini defeated Oregon 21-10 in front of 58,723 fans.
Matthew Bailey, fifth-year defensive back, runs out of the tunnel before Illinois’ game against Oregon at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The Illini defeated the Ducks 21-10 to improve to 4-3 on the season.
Deuce Fillmore, senior defensive back, Jakwon Morris, junior defensive back, and Matthew Bailey, fifth-year defensive back, celebrate coming out of the tunnel with a chest bump before Illinois’ game against Oregon at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The Illini defeated the Ducks 21-10 in front of 58,723 fans.
Deuce Fillmore, senior defensive back, Jakwon Morris, junior defensive back, and Matthew Bailey, fifth-year defensive back, celebrate coming out of the tunnel with a chest bump before Illinois’ game against Oregon at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The Illini defeated the Ducks 21-10 in front of 58,723 fans.
Oregon running back Dierre Hill Jr. carries the ball against Illinois at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. Hill finished with 83 rushing yards on 13 carries in Oregon’s 21-10 loss to the Illini.
Oregon kicker Gage Hurych attempts a 52-yard field goal in the second quarter at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The kick was no good, the first of three missed field goals for Hurych in Oregon’s 21-10 loss to Illinois.
Oregon kicker Gage Hurych attempts a 52-yard field goal in the second quarter at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The kick was no good, the first of three missed field goals for Hurych in Oregon’s 21-10 loss to Illinois.
Oregon players huddle before a play against Illinois at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The Ducks fell to the Illini 21-10, dropping to 4-3 on the season.
Oregon quarterback Dylan Raiola looks downfield as Illinois linebacker Ismael Kante prepares to rush at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. Raiola was sacked twice for 19 yards lost in Oregon’s 21-10 loss to the Illini.
Joe Barna, junior defensive lineman, brings down Oregon quarterback Dylan Raiola as he attempts to throw at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. Raiola was sacked twice for 19 yards lost in Oregon’s 21-10 loss to the Illini.
Illinois offensive players take the field to begin a drive against Oregon at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. Illinois defeated Oregon 21-10 in front of 58,723 fans at Gies Memorial Stadium.
Carson Boyd, sophomore quarterback, looks to pass against Oregon at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. Boyd completed 1 of 1 pass for 5 yards in Illinois’ 21-10 victory over the Ducks.
Illinois players huddle before a play against Oregon at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The Illini defeated the Ducks 21-10 to improve to 4-3 on the season.
Michael Clayton II looks to pass against Oregon at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. Clayton completed 11 of 18 passes for 84 yards and two touchdowns in Illinois’ 21-10 victory.
Michael Clayton II looks to pass against Oregon at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. Clayton completed 11 of 18 passes for 84 yards and two touchdowns in Illinois’ 21-10 victory.
Oregon tight end Jamari Johnson reaches for an overthrown pass from quarterback Dylan Raiola at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. Johnson finished the game with seven receptions for 69 yards in Oregon’s 21-10 loss to Illinois.
Matthew Bailey, fifth-year defensive back, signals Illinois possession as Joe Barna, junior defensive lineman, recovers a fumble at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The recovery helped swing momentum in Illinois’ 21-10 victory over Oregon.
Joe Barna, junior defensive lineman, celebrates after recovering a fumble at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The recovery helped Illinois secure possession in their 21-10 victory over Oregon.
A lone Oregon fan watches the scoreboard surrounded by Illinois supporters at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The Ducks fell to the Illini 21-10 in front of a crowd of 58,723.
A United States Army member is recognized during a break in play at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. Illinois defeated Oregon 21-10 in front of 58,723 fans at Gies Memorial Stadium.
Oregon quarterback Dylan Raiola talks with offensive lineman Gernorris Wilson before a play at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. Raiola completed 27 of 41 passes for 246 yards in Oregon’s 21-10 loss to Illinois.
Oregon running back Dierre Hill Jr. breaks off a 41-yard run against Illinois at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. Hill finished the day with 83 rushing yards on 13 carries in Oregon’s 21-10 loss to the Illini.
Oregon running back Dierre Hill Jr. breaks off a 41-yard run against Illinois at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. Hill finished the day with 83 rushing yards on 13 carries in Oregon’s 21-10 loss to the Illini.
Oregon quarterback Dylan Raiola takes a snap under center against Illinois at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. Raiola finished the day completing 27 of 41 passes for 246 yards in Oregon’s 21-10 loss.
Oregon head coach Dan Lanning watches from the sideline at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. Lanning’s Ducks fell to Illinois 21-10, dropping to 4-3 on the season.
Oregon quarterback Dylan Raiola attempts a quarterback sneak against Illinois at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. Raiola rushed three times for negative six yards in the Ducks’ 21-10 loss to the Illini.
Oregon quarterback Dylan Raiola attempts a quarterback sneak against Illinois at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. Raiola rushed three times for negative six yards in the Ducks’ 21-10 loss to the Illini.
Oregon quarterback Dylan Raiola jogs back to the huddle after a short run against Illinois at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. Raiola rushed three times for negative six yards in the Ducks’ 21-10 loss.
Christian Abney, senior tight end, celebrates a big play alongside offensive lineman Brandon Henderson at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. Illinois defeated Oregon 21-10 in front of a crowd of 58,723 at Gies Memorial Stadium.
Illinois fans cheer from the student section at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. An announced crowd of 58,723 watched the Illini defeat Oregon 21-10.
Jordan Anderson, fifth-year running back, points toward the endzone after picking up a first down on a 9-yard carry in the third quarter at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. Anderson rushed 11 times for 67 yards in Illinois’ 21-10 victory over the Ducks.
Carson Boyd, sophomore quarterback, converts a first down on a quarterback sneak against Oregon at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. Illinois defeated Oregon 21-10 to improve to 4-3 on the season.
Carson Boyd, sophomore quarterback, converts a first down on a quarterback sneak against Oregon at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. Illinois defeated Oregon 21-10 to improve to 4-3 on the season.
Carson Boyd, sophomore quarterback, celebrates after converting a first down on a quarterback sneak against Oregon at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. Illinois defeated Oregon 21-10 in front of an attendance of 58,723 at Gies Memorial Stadium.
Carson Boyd, sophomore quarterback, celebrates after converting a first down on a quarterback sneak against Oregon at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. Illinois defeated Oregon 21-10 in front of an attendance of 58,723 at Gies Memorial Stadium.
Carson Boyd, sophomore quarterback, celebrates after converting a first down on a quarterback sneak against Oregon at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. Illinois defeated Oregon 21-10 in front of an attendance of 58,723 at Gies Memorial Stadium.
Michael Clayton II calls for the snap before throwing a 9-yard touchdown pass to Christian Abney at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The score in the third quarter gave Illinois a 14-10 lead over Oregon.
Michael Clayton II calls for the snap before throwing a 9-yard touchdown pass to Christian Abney at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The score in the third quarter gave Illinois a 14-10 lead over Oregon.
Christian Abney, senior tight end, hauls in a 9-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Michael Clayton II at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The score gave Illinois a 14-10 lead over Oregon in the third quarter.
Christian Abney, senior tight end, hauls in a 9-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Michael Clayton II at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The score gave Illinois a 14-10 lead over Oregon in the third quarter.
Christian Abney, senior tight end, hauls in a 9-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Michael Clayton II at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The score gave Illinois a 14-10 lead over Oregon in the third quarter.
Christian Abney, senior tight end, hauls in a 9-yard touchdown pass from quarterback Michael Clayton II at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The score gave Illinois a 14-10 lead over Oregon in the third quarter.
Christian Abney, senior tight end, celebrates after hauling in a 9-yard touchdown pass from Michael Clayton II at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The score in the third quarter gave Illinois a 14-10 lead over Oregon that the Illini would not relinquish.
Christian Abney, senior tight end, celebrates after hauling in a 9-yard touchdown pass from Michael Clayton II at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The score in the third quarter gave Illinois a 14-10 lead over Oregon that the Illini would not relinquish.
Christian Abney, senior tight end, celebrates his touchdown reception with offensive lineman Nathan Knapik at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The 9-yard score in the third quarter gave Illinois a 14-10 lead over Oregon.
Christian Abney, senior tight end, celebrates his touchdown reception with offensive lineman Nathan Knapik and tight end Kaden Feagin at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The 9-yard score in the third quarter gave Illinois a 14-10 lead over Oregon.
Christian Abney, senior tight end, celebrates with teammates including quarterback Michael Clayton II after hauling in a touchdown reception at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The 9-yard score in the third quarter gave Illinois a 14-10 lead over Oregon.
Oregon quarterback Dylan Raiola releases a pass under pressure from Illinois linebacker James Kreutz at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. Raiola was sacked twice for 19 yards lost in the Ducks’ 21-10 loss.
Oregon quarterback Dylan Raiola takes a snap against Illinois at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. Raiola completed 27 of 41 passes for 246 yards but was held without a touchdown in the Ducks’ 21-10 loss.
James Kreutz, fifth-year linebacker, celebrates after making a tackle on Oregon wide receiver Dakorien Moore at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. Kreutz finished the game with nine total tackles in Illinois’ 21-10 victory over the Ducks.
Oregon defensive back Peyton Woodyard picks off a pass from Illinois quarterback Michael Clayton II at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The interception was subsequently overturned after an automatic review ruled the play an incomplete pass.
Oregon defensive back Peyton Woodyard celebrates with teammates after intercepting a pass from Illinois quarterback Michael Clayton II at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The interception was overturned upon review, with the play ruled an incomplete pass.
Oregon wide receiver Dakorien Moore waits to field a punt at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. Moore finished the day with nine receptions for 70 yards in Oregon’s 21-10 loss to Illinois.
Oregon kicker Gage Hurych reacts after missing a 53-yard field goal attempt in the fourth quarter at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. Hurych, who entered the game without a miss on the season, finished the day missing three of four attempts in the Ducks’ 21-10 loss.
Oregon kicker Gage Hurych reacts after missing a 53-yard field goal attempt in the fourth quarter at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. Hurych, who entered the game without a miss on the season, finished the day missing three of four attempts in the Ducks’ 21-10 loss.
Illinois players celebrate after Oregon kicker Gage Hurych missed his second field goal of the game at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. Hurych, who had been perfect before the contest, missed three of four attempts as the Illini won 21-10.
Illinois players celebrate after Oregon kicker Gage Hurych missed his second field goal of the game at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. Hurych, who had been perfect before the contest, missed three of four attempts as the Illini won 21-10.
Oregon players console kicker Gage Hurych after he missed his second field goal of the game at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. Hurych, who had been perfect heading into the contest, finished the day missing three of four attempts in the Ducks’ 21-10 loss.
Jordan Anderson, fifth-year running back, breaks off a 33-yard run against Oregon at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The carry helped set up Illinois’ game-clinching touchdown drive in the fourth quarter of their 21-10 victory.
Jordan Anderson, fifth-year running back, breaks off a 33-yard run as quarterback Michael Clayton II celebrates in the background at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The run set up Illinois’ go-ahead touchdown drive in the fourth quarter of their 21-10 victory.
Jordan Anderson, fifth-year running back, breaks off a 33-yard run as quarterback Michael Clayton II celebrates in the background at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The run set up Illinois’ go-ahead touchdown drive in the fourth quarter of their 21-10 victory.
Jordan Anderson, fifth-year running back, is brought down by Oregon defenders after a big gain at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. Anderson rushed 11 times for 67 yards in Illinois’ 21-10 victory over the Ducks.
Jordan Anderson, fifth-year running back, celebrates after a significant gain against Oregon at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. Anderson rushed 11 times for 67 yards in Illinois’ 21-10 victory.
Jordan Anderson, fifth-year running back, stares down an Oregon defender following a big gain at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. Anderson rushed 11 times for 67 yards in Illinois’ 21-10 victory over the Ducks.
Ethan Moczulski, fifth-year kicker, celebrates with Christian Abney, senior tight end, and Brandon Hansen, junior offensive lineman, after converting an extra point to make the score 21-10 at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The kick capped Illinois’ go-ahead touchdown drive in the fourth quarter.
Oregon quarterback Dylan Raiola absorbs a hit after releasing the ball against Illinois at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. Raiola completed 27 of 41 passes for 246 yards but failed to throw a touchdown in the Ducks’ 21-10 loss.
Oregon kicker Gage Hurych watches his field goal attempt fall short at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. Hurych missed three of his four field goal attempts as the Ducks fell to Illinois 21-10.
Illinois players celebrate after Oregon kicker Gage Hurych missed a field goal attempt at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. Hurych missed three of four field goal attempts on the day as the Illini won 21-10.
James Kreutz, fifth-year linebacker, Pat Farrell, senior defensive lineman, and Ismael Kante, fifth-year linebacker, celebrate after Oregon kicker Gage Hurych missed a field goal at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. Hurych missed three of four field goal attempts as Illinois secured a 21-10 victory.
Ismael Kante, fifth-year linebacker, celebrates after Oregon kicker Gage Hurych missed a field goal attempt at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. Hurych missed three of four field goal attempts on the day as Illinois held on for a 21-10 victory.
Illinois head coach Bret Bielema shares a moment with his daughter following the Illini’s 21-10 victory over Oregon at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The win moved Illinois to 4-3 overall on the season.
Illinois head coach Bret Bielema poses with his family following the Illini’s 21-10 victory over Oregon at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. The win moved Illinois to 4-3 overall on the season.
Michael Clayton II interviews with media following Illinois’ 21-10 victory over Oregon at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. Clayton completed 11 of 18 passes for 84 yards and two touchdowns in the win.
Michael Clayton II interviews with media following Illinois’ 21-10 victory over Oregon at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. Clayton completed 11 of 18 passes for 84 yards and two touchdowns in the win.
Michael Clayton II interviews with media following Illinois’ 21-10 victory over Oregon at Gies Memorial Stadium on Oct. 24, 2026. Clayton completed 11 of 18 passes for 84 yards and two touchdowns in the win.
