- Matchup: Illinois Fighting Illini vs UCLA Bruins
- Date: Friday, November 13, 2026
- Venue: Rose Bowl, Pasadena, CA
- Broadcast: ESPN
- Betting Odds: Bruins favored by (-11.0)
- Over/Under Total: 47.5 points
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The Illinois Fighting Illini (6-3) are set to clash with the UCLA Bruins (9-0) at the Rose Bowl on November 13, 2026, as they travel to face off against the undefeated Bruins, who are currently an 11-point favorite. The total for the game is placed at 47.5 points.
The Illinois Fighting Illini come into this game with a record of 6-3. In their previous outing, they secured a victory over the Nebraska Cornhuskers, winning 24-13. On defense, they allowed 142 rushing yards on 31 attempts, averaging 4.6 yards per carry. Illinois also conceded 32 completions out of 43 attempts, totaling 284 passing yards and a completion rate of 74.4%. Over the course of the game, they ran 65 plays amassing 376 total yards, while their rushing game tallied 84 yards on 29 carries, resulting in an average of 2.9 yards per rush.
This season, the Fighting Illini have accumulated a total of 3,530 yards. In terms of scoring, they have achieved 20 passing touchdowns and 9 rushing touchdowns, with a total of 6 turnovers. Offensively, they have recorded 191 first downs and committed 39 penalties, costing them 334 yards. They currently average 155.3 rushing yards per game, ranking 69th nationwide, while scoring an average of 28.4 points per game.
Defensively, Illinois ranks 54th in the nation by allowing an average of 23.0 points per game. Opponents have rushed for an average of 4.0 yards per carry and 131.2 rushing yards per game, with a cumulative of 1,181 rushing yards allowed across 9 games. In terms of passing, Illinois has given up 2,210 yards, placing them 115th in college football, allowing an average of 245.6 passing yards per game with a completion percentage of 67.4%. Overall, they yield 376.8 yards per game, ranking them 83rd nationally, and have allowed 13 touchdowns through the air and 12 on the ground.
The UCLA Bruins are unbeaten this season with a 9-0 record. In their last game, they triumphed over the Minnesota Golden Gophers with a score of 34-20. The Bruins averaged 4.2 yards per carry, finishing the game with 163 rushing yards on 39 attempts. Overall, UCLA amassed 466 total yards while running 55 plays (averaging 8.5 yards per play). Defensively, UCLA’s passing defense allowed a completion percentage of 51.4%, giving up 205 yards on 19 completions from 37 attempts, while the rushing defense allowed 29 attempts for 91 yards (3.1 yards per carry).
On average, the Bruins generate 431.9 yards per game, ranking them 29th in Division I. With a total of 647 penalty yards from 73 infractions, they sit 20th in the nation for penalties. UCLA averages 213.2 rushing yards per game, totaling 1,919 rushing yards for the season. The Bruins have thrown 7 interceptions and lost 6 fumbles while achieving 184 first downs and averaging 33.6 points per game, which ranks them 32nd in Division I. Additionally, they have recorded 1,968 passing yards for an average of 218.7 passing yards per game, placing them 83rd in the country.
Defensively, UCLA has given up 789 rushing yards this season (87.7 yards/game) and 6 rushing touchdowns. They have also allowed 9 passing touchdowns and an average of 177.0 passing yards per game, ranking 18th in Division 1. This year, they have allowed a total of 127 points, recovered 10 fumbles, and grabbed 17 interceptions. The Bruins’ defense has been active for 561 plays, ranking 33rd nationally while allowing just 14.1 points per game, which positions them as the 8th best in Division 1.
Who will come out on top in this Fighting Illini/Bruins college football matchup against the spread?
Pick: Bet on the Bruins -11.0
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