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Xavier Scott discusses recovery and season expectations with WCIA

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 10:56 PM

Last updated Aug 13, 2026

Xavier Scott discusses recovery and season expectations with WCIA

Summary

Fifth-year Illinois defensive back Xavier Scott spoke to WCIA 3 Sports Director Glenn Kinley about his return to football after suffering an injury last season. Scott is aiming for a rebound in 2026 following an injury sustained in Week 3 against Western Michigan in 2025. He has been named to the Athlon preseason All-Big Ten third team and expressed enthusiasm about rejoining his teammates. The Fighting Illini will begin their season on September 3, 2026, with a home game against UAB.

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Status Watch

•Xavier Scott injured in Week 3 of 2025 season.
•Scott named to Athlon preseason All-Big Ten third team.
•Scott aims for a bounce-back year in 2026.
•Illinois opens the season against UAB on September 3.

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10:56 PMYahoo Sports — 1-on-1: Xavier Scott talks with WCIA in 5 p.m. newscast

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CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — Fifth year Illinois senior defensive back Xavier Scott talked with WCIA 3 Sports Director Glenn Kinley Thursday during the 5 p.m. newscast. Scott is looking to have a bounce back year after getting injured during Week 3 against Western Michigan in the 2025 campaign. He announced his return to Illinois in […]
— Yahoo Sports

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