Illinois leads UAB at halftime after Katin Houser touchdown pass

Illinois holds a 21-13 lead over UAB at halftime during their Thursday night game in Champaign. The Fighting Illini extended their advantage in the final seconds of the second quarter when quarterback Katin Houser connected with Ty Robinson on a 54-yard Hail Mary pass. The play capped a 13-second drive that followed a 10-yard touchdown from UAB quarterback Ryder Burton to Rod Robinson II. Illinois regained momentum after the Blazers had narrowed the gap to one point. The scoring play involved a crowded jump ball in the end zone that resulted in a touchdown for the Fighting Illini as time expired. Both teams are currently in the locker room for the halftime break.

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