Overview

• Nebraska's defense held Illinois to season-low 21 rushing yards in 20-7 win on October 7, 2023.
• The Cornhuskers went wire-to-wire, leading 17-7 at halftime before tacking on a field goal in the third quarter.
• Nebraska's defense and special teams played key roles, forcing turnovers and blocking a punt.
• Illinois' rushing attack was shut down by the stout Nebraska defense.
• The win improved Nebraska's record in Big Ten Conference play.