ncaaf Game Recap
Fighting Illini Down Duke 45-19 - Match Report
Illinois won 45-19 on Saturday against Duke behind a 128-yard receiving performance from Hank Beatty at Brooks Field at Wallace Wade Stadium.
The Fighting Illini were a -2.5-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters. The combined score went OVER the total, which closed at 49.0.
Kaden Feagin rushed for 48 yards, while Ca'Lil Valentine added 44 yards in the win. Hank Beatty and Justin Bowick added 128 and 50 receiving yards respectively.
Jaquez Moore rushed for 30 yards for Duke, while Nate Sheppard added 24 yards. Darian Mensah threw for 334 yards for the Blue Devils, while receivers Cooper Barkate and Chase Tyler had 88 and 62 yards respectively.
Illinois lost the offensive yardage battle to Duke 438-419 yards in Saturday's game. Illinois had more first downs as that total ended up 25-21.
Duke lost the time of possession battle 36:12-23:48, leaving their defense on the field more than they wanted.
Illinois looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against Western Michigan. Duke will aim to get back on the winning track at Tulane.