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Illinois football picks contest returns for the upcoming season

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 24, 2026, 2:47 PM

Last updated Aug 24, 2026

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Summary

The Illinois football season starts in less than two weeks, prompting the return of the Can't Wait For Saturday weekly picking contest. Participants will predict game winners and scores, with the opportunity to win a $50 Papa Del's gift card for accurate predictions. Contestants are encouraged to submit their picks, including name and location, by email. Weekly winners will be announced, and those with no exact match will enter a season-ending drawing for other prizes.

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By the Numbers

•Contest begins ahead of the Illinois football season.
•Participants must predict game outcomes and scores.
•Exact score winners receive a $50 gift card.
•Weekly winners announced, with a drawing at season's end.
•Email submissions are open for fans and alumni.

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2:47 PMYahoo Sports — Can't Wait For Saturday Pick contest is back so time to use your noggin'/Magic 8 Ball

What they're saying

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Aug. 24—*** The Illinois football season is less than two weeks away, which means it is prediction season. Once again, your beloved Can't Wait For Saturday will host a weekly picking contest for the Illinois games. It has been a minute, so here are the particulars: 1. Come up with a guess for the Illinois game, including the winner and scores for both teams. Example: Illinois 42, UAB 14. 2. ...
— Yahoo Sports

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