The first-ranked Oregon Ducks (7-0, 4-0 Big Ten) host the 20th-ranked Illinois Fighting Illini (6-1, 3-1) this Saturday afternoon in a Big Ten Conference matchup. Oregon is coming off a road win against the Purdue Boilermakers in Week 8, shutting them out by a score of 35-0. Quarterback Dillon Gabriel completed 21 of 25 passes for 290 yards, 2 touchdowns, and 1 interception. Running back Jordan James carried the ball 10 times for 50 yards and 2 touchdowns.
Illinois is coming off a home win against the Michigan Wolverines, beating them 21-7 in Week 8. Quarterback Luke Altmyer completed 9 of 18 passes for 80 yards and 1 touchdown. Running back Aidan Laughery carried the ball 9 times for 54 yards.
Will Oregon handle the pressure of being number one in the country, or will the Fighting Illini shorten their reign with a massive upset?
Illinois Fighting Illini vs. Oregon Ducks Odds
| Team | Spread | Total | Money Line |
| Illinois Illini | +21
-105 |
Over 54.5
-110 |
+850 |
| Oregon Ducks | -21
-115 |
Under 54.5
-110 |
-1450 |
| **Odds Subject to Change** | |||
Illinois Fighting Illini vs. Oregon Ducks Match Details
- Fixture: Illinois Fighting Illini vs. Oregon Ducks
- Date and Time: Saturday, October 26th, 2024 at 3:30 PM ET
- Location: Autzen Stadium, Eugene, Oregon
Key Stats
Illinois Fighting Illini
The Fighting Illini enter the game 6-1, averaging 29.57 points per game this season. Kaden Feagin leads the team in rushing, averaging 43.71 yards per game with 3 touchdowns. Quarterback Luke Altmyer is averaging 215.14 passing yards per game and is completing 65.90% of his passes. So far this season, he has thrown 15 touchdowns and 1 interception.
Wide receiver Pat Bryant averages 69.14 receiving yards per game and has scored 7 touchdowns, while wide receiver Zakhari Franklin averages 53.14 receiving yards per game and has 1 touchdown. From a defensive standpoint, Illinois has 8 interceptions and 19 sacks. They are allowing 18.14 points per game.
Oregon Ducks
The Oregon Ducks enter the game 7-0, averaging 34.57 points per game this season. Jordan James leads the team in rushing, averaging 102.43 yards per game with 8 touchdowns. Quarterback Dillon Gabriel is averaging 297.14 passing yards per game and is completing 77.0% of his passes. So far this season, Gabriel has thrown 15 touchdowns and 4 interceptions.
Wide receiver Tez Johnson averages 76.57 receiving yards per game and has 7 touchdowns, while Even Stewart is averaging 61.0 receiving yards per game, and has 3 receiving touchdowns. From a defensive standpoint, Oregon has 5 interceptions and 20 sacks. They are allowing 16.57 points per game.
Prediction
While Oregon is the new number-one team in the country, the spread in this game is far too big. Illinois has been solid this entire season and while they have had games where they struggled, their offense has proven it can score points in a hurry. Further, there is a chance that Oregon could be overconfident with the number 1 next to their name, while Illinois is fighting for a signature win to boost their playoff hopes.
The odds of Illinois pulling the upset are slim, however, they should be able to keep this game within three scores. For that reason, our best bet will be for the Fighting Illini to cover the spread.
Final Pick
Illinois Fighting Illini +21 (-105)
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