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Xavier Scott Likely Out for Illinois’ Trip to No. 19 Indiana, Bielema Says

The All-Big Ten defender is seeking a second medical opinion, prompting lineup adjustments in Illinois’ secondary.

Nov 23, 2024; Piscataway, New Jersey, USA; Rutgers Scarlet Knights wide receiver Dymere Miller (0) is tackled by Illinois Fighting Illini defensive back Xavier Scott (14) during the first half at SHI Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images/File Photo
Sep 13, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini defensive back Xavier Scott (14) deflects a pass intended for Western Michigan Broncos wide receiver Aveion Chenault (18) during the second half at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images
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Overview

  • Coach Bret Bielema said Thursday that Scott has not practiced this week and is expected to miss Saturday’s game.
  • Scott left last week’s 38-0 win over Western Michigan in the fourth quarter with an apparent right foot/ankle injury.
  • Tanner Heckel and Tyler Strain are in line for increased snaps if Scott remains unavailable.
  • Bielema added that linebacker Dylan Rosiek, running back Aidan Laughery and wide receiver Justin Bowick are expected to play at Indiana.
  • Despite Scott’s likely absence, ESPN’s analytics still list No. 9 Illinois as the favorite over the No. 19 Hoosiers.