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The Illinois Fighting Illini will face off against the Kansas Jayhawks today at Memorial Stadium in Champaign, Illinois, with kickoff scheduled for 6 p.m. The game will be broadcast on Fox Sports 1 (FS1), and viewers can also stream it on Fubo with a free trial. This matchup features Illinois, who started their season with a dominant 45-0 win over Eastern Illinois, and Kansas, which secured a 48-3 victory against Lindenwood in their season opener.
The Illini, coming off a 5-7 season including a 3-6 record in the Big Ten, are looking to build on their early success. They have sold out their home game for the first time since 2016, highlighting the excitement around the program. Kansas, currently ranked No. 19, has also shown strong performance, making them the favorites in this game. The Jayhawks won the previous encounter between the two teams with a score of 34-23 last year.
The game is expected to be high-paced, with Kansas leading by 4.5 points according to the latest odds. The over/under for the game is set at 57.5 points, reflecting expectations for a high-scoring contest. No Illinois players are listed as injured, and the weather forecast predicts clear skies with temperatures starting around 65 degrees and dropping into the low 50s.
Kansas's roster includes several players from Illinois, including offensive linemen Darrell Simmons Jr., Michael Ford Jr., and cornerback Austin Alexander. Additionally, Illinois analyst Myers Hendrickson, who hails from Macomb, has connections to Kansas through his past coaching experience.
For fans looking to catch the game, FS1 will provide the live broadcast with Alex Faust and Robert Smith calling the action. The game marks a significant moment for both teams as they continue their 2024 seasons, with Illinois aiming to leverage their home advantage and Kansas looking to maintain their strong form.
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