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Illinois football secures 48-10 victory over SIU to close non-conference play

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 9:22 PM

Last updated Sep 19, 2026

Illinois football secures 48-10 victory over SIU to close non-conference play

Summary

Illinois finished its non-conference schedule with a dominant 48-10 win against Southern Illinois University on September 19 in Champaign. The Illini took an early lead, scoring first with a touchdown by Jordan Anderson. After SIU responded with a touchdown, Illinois scored three consecutive times, including a 77-yard rush by Aidan Laughery. The first half concluded with Illinois leading 31-10. A field goal and a pick-six by Matthew Bailey early in the fourth quarter extended the lead before a final touchdown from freshman Javari Barnett capped the scoring. Illinois now prepares to begin Big Ten play against No. 6 Ohio State on September 26.

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By the Numbers

•Illinois won 48-10 against Southern Illinois.
•Jordan Anderson scored the first touchdown for Illinois.
•Aidan Laughery had a 77-yard rushing touchdown.
•Matthew Bailey recorded a pick-six during the fourth quarter.
•Illinois faces No. 6 Ohio State on September 26.

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9:22 PMYahoo Sports — Illinois gets bounce-back win to close out non-conference play

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CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — The Illini wrapped up the non-conference slate with a big win over SIU, a 48-10 victory to head to the Horseshoe with a 2-1 record. Illinois got things going on offense early, with a short touchdown by Jordan Anderson. After SIU scored a touchdown of their own, Illinois scored three straight, […]
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