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Western Michigan Broncos vs Illinois Fighting Illini Recap - Fighting Illini Win 38-0
Illinois dominated with defense on Saturday, taking a 38-0 shutout win over Western Michigan in Week 3 action at Gies Memorial Stadium.
Illinois was the ATS victor, as they covered the -27.0-point spread as a favorite. Over-Under bettors who played UNDER the total of 50.5 were rewarded at the payout window.
Kaden Feagin rushed for 100 yards, while Ca'Lil Valentine added 63 yards in the win. Hank Beatty and Ashton Hollins added 53 and 41 receiving yards respectively.
Ofa Mataele rushed for 46 yards for Western Michigan, while Broc Lowry added 40 yards. Broc Lowry threw for 78 yards for the Broncos, while receivers Baylin Brooks and Aveion Chenault had 24 and 21 yards respectively.
Western Michigan was outgained by Illinois 358-204 yards in Saturday's match, while the important battle of first downs was won 20-12 by the Fighting Illini.
The time of possession battle favored Illinois as their offense was on the field for 31:33, longer than the 26:53 of their opponents.
Illinois heads into a Week 4 battle against Indiana. Western Michigan, meanwhile, will have their next action against Toledo.