Illinois football’s five most intriguing 2026 matchups
The Illinois Fighting Illini football team is preparing for an intriguing 2026 season with a challenging schedule. Key matchups include a rematch against Duke and a game against Ohio State, where they hope to break a long losing streak. The team will also debut new quarterback Katin Houser, who will be under pressure to perform in these critical games.
- ▪The Illini will face Duke on September 12, marking a rematch after their previous victory.
- ▪Katin Houser, the new quarterback, will be making his debut against Duke.
- ▪Illinois last defeated Ohio State in 2007 and has lost the last ten matchups against them.
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