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Illinois prepares to host Oregon in Big Ten matchup on Saturday

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 24, 2026, 8:49 PM

Last updated Oct 24, 2026

Illinois prepares to host Oregon in Big Ten matchup on Saturday

Summary

Illinois will face Oregon in a Big Ten game at Gies Memorial Stadium in Champaign on Saturday. Coach Bret Bielema aims for the Illini to establish a winning streak, building on a 7-2 record in post-bye games during his tenure. Illinois recently achieved its first Big Ten win after an 0-2 start in league play. The Illini's defense is poised for challenges from Oregon's strong pass rush, which includes standout linebacker Matayo Uiagalelei. Illinois will start Clayton at quarterback following an injury to Katin Houser, increasing the stakes for this matchup against the Ducks.

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Status Watch

•Game is scheduled for 2 p.m. Saturday at Gies Memorial Stadium.
•Illinois aims to capitalize on a strong post-bye week record.
•Clayton makes his first career start at quarterback for Illinois.
•Oregon's Matayo Uiagalelei is a key defensive player with six sacks.
•Illinois' defense looks to build on recent performances after a crucial win.

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8:49 PMYahoo Sports — Game day preview Oregon at Illinois; 2 p.m., Saturday (BTN)

What they're saying

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Oct. 24—Beat writer Scott Richey previews the Illini's return home to face Oregon in a Big Ten matchup at Gies Memorial Stadium in Champaign, as coach Bret Bielema and Co. look to establish their first winning streak: Illinois boasts a 7-2 record in games played immediately after a bye week in Bret Bielema's tenure as coach. The only losses came last year at Washington and in 2021 at Iowa when ...
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