The Illinois Fighting Illini lost to the Washington Huskies in Week 9 college football. Here is a recap, photos and highlights.

Bielema discussed his specific disappointments and whether he will take a more active role coaching the defense

SEATTLE — After losing to the Washington Huskies on the road, the Illini fall to 5-3 on the season, a record that will likely put them out of reach of making the College Football Playoff.

No. 23 Illinois travels to Washington for a Big Ten showdown. Can the Illini get back on track? Here are our predictions.

Denzel Boston threw and caught a touchdown pass, and finished with career highs of 10 catches and 153 receiving yards to lead Washington to a 42-25 victory over No. 23 Illinois on Saturday.

Illinois' margin for error last year was a razor's edge, and for all the good vibes and fortune surrounding the team going into 2025, little had changed in that regard. When the Illini haven't beaten up on lesser teams,

Luke Altmyer threw a pick in the endzone, just before the two-minute timeout at Washington on Saturday. But an official threw a flag for interference and it turned a 2nd & 20 interception, into a 1st & goal for the Illini. I wish I could find the video for you, but if you’re watching the game, you know what I’m talking about.

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