Illinois rallies to defeat Maryland with late field goal for third straight win

Illinois staged a fourth-quarter comeback to defeat Maryland 17-14 on October 31, 2026. Trailing for most of the game, the Illini took the lead with a 64-yard touchdown run from Javari Barnett early in the fourth quarter. A series of effective rushing plays set up a game-winning 26-yard field goal by Ethan Moczulski. The win extends Illinois’ streak to three games, showcasing their late-game resilience and improved rushing performance in the second half.

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