ncaaf Game Recap
Virginia Cavaliers vs Illinois Fighting Illini Wrap - Illinois Wins 24-3
Virginia was unable to contain Chase Brown on Saturday and the result was a 24-3 Week 2 loss against the Fighting Illini.
The Fighting Illini were a -3.5-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters. The combined score dipped UNDER the total, which closed at 55.0.
Chase Brown rushed for 146 yards, while Reggie Love III added 33 yards in the win. Pat Bryant and Michael Marchese added 60 and 43 receiving yards respectively.
Jay Woolfolk rushed for 31 yards for Virginia, while Perris Jones added 26 yards. Brennan Armstrong threw for 180 yards for the Cavaliers, while receivers Lavel Davis Jr. and Keytaon Thompson had 67 and 62 yards respectively.
Illinois outgained Virginia 394-222 yards in the game, while the battle of first downs was won 18-13 by the Fighting Illini.
Virginia lost the time of possession battle 33:51-26:09, leaving their defense on the field more than they wanted.
Next game, Illinois takes its act home to face Chattanooga looking for another win. For Virginia, they head home to face Old Dominion.