- Game: Northwestern Wildcats vs Illinois Fighting Illini
- Date: Saturday, November 29, 2025
- Location: Memorial Stadium, Champaign, IL
- Broadcast: FOX
- Point Spread: Fighting Illini favored by 7.0
- Over/Under Total: 47.5
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The Illinois Fighting Illini (7-4) are set to take on the Northwestern Wildcats (6-5) at Memorial Stadium on Saturday, November 29, 2025. The oddsmakers have favored Illinois by 7.0 points. The total for the game is established at 47.5.
Northwestern Wildcats, with a current record of 6-5 this season, come off a thrilling victory against the Minnesota Golden Gophers, winning 38-35. In that match, Northwestern’s defense allowed just 59 rushing yards on 17 carries, averaging 3.5 yards per rush. They conceded 20 completions on 31 passing attempts for a total of 264 yards, achieving a completion rate of 64.5%. The Wildcats accumulated 70 offensive plays, totaling 525 yards, and on the ground, they rushed 39 times for 220 yards, an impressive average of 5.6 yards per carry.
This season, the Wildcats have amassed a total of 3,933 yards. In terms of offensive touchdowns, they have recorded 13 via the air and 15 on the ground, with a total of 17 turnovers. Northwestern has achieved 219 first downs and has faced 50 penalties totaling 385 yards. Their average ground game produces 174.0 yards, placing them 52nd nationally. When it comes to scoring, the Wildcats put up an average of 23.4 points per game.
On the defensive side, the Wildcats have allowed 2,174 passing yards in total, ranking them 38th in Division 1. They give up 197.6 yards per game through the air with a completion percentage against of 62.8%. Throughout the season, Northwestern’s defense has surrendered an average of 339.5 total yards per game, placing them 42nd in Division 1. They have eased 12 passing touchdowns and 17 rushing touchdowns, allowing an average of 4.6 yards per carry and 141.8 rushing yards per game, accumulating a total of 1,560 rushing yards over 11 games. Northwestern’s defense ranks 34th in Division 1, conceding an average of 21.0 points per game.
The Fighting Illini enter this contest with a 7-4 record. In their previous outing, they fell to the Wisconsin Badgers with a score of 27-10. Illinois gained a total of 298 yards on 64 plays, averaging 4.7 yards per play. On the ground, they struggled with a 1.7-yard average per carry, finishing with 50 yards on 29 attempts. Their defense faced 44 rushing attempts, yielding 209 yards at an average of 4.8 yards per carry. The Illini’s secondary allowed a 73.3% completion rate, giving up 92 yards on 11 of 15 passing attempts.
In terms of scoring, the Fighting Illini average 30.2 points per game, placing them 48th nationally. They compile approximately 378.1 yards per game, ranking 79th in Division 1. The Illinois offense has accumulated 449 penalty yards through 51 infractions, ranking them 116th in college football in giving away opportunities. They have recorded 6 interceptions, lost 4 fumbles, and achieved 235 first downs. This season, Illinois has passed for a total of 2,705 yards, averaging 245.9 yards per game, positioning them 50th nationally. Their rushing attack averages 132.2 yards per game with total rushing yards of 1,454 this season.
Defensively, the Fighting Illini concede 24.2 points per game, ranking 64th in college football. They have allowed a total of 1,397 rushing yards (127.0 yards per game) with 14 rushing touchdowns this year. Through the air, they have given away 18 passing touchdowns and allowed 232.3 yards per game, ranking them 87th in the nation. The Illinois defense has been on the field for 726 plays, positioning them 59th nationally. They have forced 8 fumbles and made 3 interceptions this season, giving up a total of 266 points.
What will be the outcome of tonight’s matchup between the Wildcats and Fighting Illini?
Tip: Choose the Wildcats +7.0
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