Rutgers football faces a crucial game against Illinois, with bowl eligibility on the line. After a confidence-boosting win over Purdue, Rutgers heads to Champagne, Illinois, for a noon kickoff at Memorial Stadium. The game will be broadcast on NBC and Peacock. Despite Illinois' early playoff buzz, their defense has struggled, allowing nearly 381 yards per game. Quarterback Drew Altmyer and wide receiver Hank Beatty pose a threat for the Illini. Rutgers' defense must hold up against Altmyer's passing attack, while their offense looks to exploit Illinois' struggling defense. With odds favoring Illinois, this game could turn into a shootout, and Rutgers needs to secure two more wins to secure a bowl appearance.The Daily News Now! - Every city. Every story. AI Powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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