Illinois defeated Nebraska 24-13 on November 6, 2026, at Memorial Stadium in Champaign, Illinois. The Cornhuskers surrendered an early lead but could not recover, dropping their second consecutive conference game. Nebraska head coach Matt Rhule was seen on the sideline with athletic director Troy Dannen before the contest. The Fighting Illini improved their Big Ten record with the victory, while Nebraska fell to 13 points in a game that was closer than the final score indicated. Further details and analysis are expected to follow.
Illinois Beats Nebraska 24-13 in Big Ten Matchup
