College Football Games in Illinois: Schedule & How to Watch

2 upcoming games of College Football in Illinois, with kickoff times in your local time and the TV channel or stream for each game. Featuring Northwestern Wildcats, Illinois Fighting Illini.

Friday, Oct 2

Penn State Nittany Lions vs Northwestern WildcatsCollege Football · ILOct 3, 2026 · 00:00 UTC

Saturday, Oct 3

Purdue Boilermakers vs Illinois Fighting IlliniCollege Football · ILOct 3, 2026 · 20:15 UTC

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Ohio State WR Jeremiah Smith Becomes Heisman Betting Favorite After Four-TD Game

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Illinois defensive coordinator Bobby Hauck discusses his young linebackers and the challenge of facing Ohio State's balanced offense Saturday in Columbus.OriginalYahoo SportsSep 26, 2026 · 14:48 UTC

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