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Illinois wide receiver Hudson Clement clears injury status for season opener

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 1, 2026, 2:48 PM

Last updated Sep 1, 2026

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Summary

Illinois senior wide receiver Hudson Clement is expected to play in Thursday's season opener against UAB at Gies Memorial Stadium. Clement, who missed time during training camp while wearing a no-contact jersey following a reported concussion, is not currently listed on the team’s injury report. The West Virginia transfer enters his second season with the program after catching 36 passes for 454 yards in 2025. He is acclimating to a new starting quarterback in Katin Houser and noted increased comfort within the offensive scheme. Kickoff for the game is scheduled for 8 p.m.

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•Hudson Clement is cleared to play against UAB on Thursday.
•The game is scheduled for an 8 p.m. kickoff at Gies Memorial Stadium.
•Clement spent part of training camp in a no-contact jersey following a concussion.
•Clement recorded 36 receptions and three touchdowns during the 2025 season.

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2:48 PMYahoo Sports — Clement gaining confidence, comfort in C-U

What they're saying

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Sep. 1—CHAMPAIGN — Good news for fans of Illinois football. Especially those who favor offense. Hudson Clement is ready to get back on the field. When the senior wide receiver talked to the media on Monday at the Smith Center, it was his first time speaking with reporters since the start of training camp. Clement, who enters his second season with Bret Bielema's program, wore a green ...
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