ncaaf Game Recap
Recap - Fighting Illini Defeat Nebraska 31-24
The Fighting Illini grabbed a Week 4 victory over the Cornhuskers on Friday, winning 31-24 at Tom Osborne Field at Memorial Stadium.
Illinois was the ATS victor, as they covered the +9.5-point spread as an underdog. Over-Under bettors who played OVER the total of 42.5 were rewarded at the payout window.
Kaden Feagin rushed for 69 yards, while Josh McCray added 38 yards in the win. Pat Bryant and Zakhari Franklin added 74 and 50 receiving yards respectively.
Dante Dowdell rushed for 72 yards for Nebraska, while Rahmir Johnson added 17 yards. Dylan Raiola threw for 297 yards for the Cornhuskers, while receivers Jahmal Banks and Isaiah Neyor had 94 and 90 yards respectively.
Nebraska was outgained by Illinois 381-345 yards in Friday's match, while the important battle of first downs was won 25-20 by the Fighting Illini.
Illinois lost the time of possession battle 30:21-29:39, leaving their defense on the field more than they wanted.
Illinois heads into a 5 battle against Penn State. Nebraska, meanwhile, will have their next action against Purdue.