Matthew Bailey's pick-six highlights Illinois defense's improvement
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 8:59 PM
Last updated Sep 19, 2026
Matthew Bailey of the Illinois Fighting Illini scored an 88-yard pick-six against SIU on September 19, 2026, extending Illinois' lead to 41-10. The interception came when SIU quarterback DJ Williams had his pass tipped. Illinois' defense showed marked improvement in this game, achieving a sack, five quarterback hurries, and totaling 24 yards in losses. With this performance, the team aims to carry momentum into their upcoming game against No. 6 Ohio State.
- •Illinois leads SIU 41-10 in the second half.
- •Matthew Bailey returned an interception for an 88-yard touchdown.
- •Illinois' defense recorded five quarterback hurries and one sack.
- •The team faces No. 6 Ohio State next week.
- 8:59 PMYahoo Sports — Bailey pick-six highlights defensive improvement
"Illinois lead 41-10 after 88 yard pick six.
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