Nebraska is set to face No. 9 Illinois once again, but this time the Illini will be without Kylan Boswell, their top scorer from the teams’ first meeting. Boswell has been sidelined with a fractured hand and missed the past three games, potentially altering Sunday’s matchup.

No. 13 Illinois notched its seventh win in a row with a 77-67 victory over Minnesota. Zvonimir Ivisic led the Fighting Illini with 18 points, and Keaton Wagler added 17. The result lifts Illinois to a 15-3 record overall and 6-1 in the Big Ten.

Illini coach Underwood expresses his satisfaction with the team’s current lineup, stating he isn’t interested in making changes at this time. His confidence suggests a focus on developing existing talent as they prepare for the upcoming season.

As the 2025 NFL Draft approaches, Illinois’ Pat Bryant stands out as a promising wide receiver prospect ready to make his mark.