Illinois State at Western Michigan

Saturday, September 9, 1978 Share

Western Michigan beat Illinois State 27–⁠17. It was their second meeting; after it, Western Michigan led the series 2–⁠0.

AwayIllinois State2–⁠9 in 1978

HomeWestern Michigan7–⁠4 in 1978

FinalHigh 94°F, low 68°FAttendance 19,500

Before kickoff

Our ratings going in

Western Michigan 73% to win. Elo’s favorite won.

Western Michigan leads 8–⁠1 in nine meetings, counting the seven since this game.

Recent meetings
2021	Western Michigan 28, Illinois State 0
2001	Western Michigan 48, Illinois State 7
1988	Western Michigan 44, Illinois State 14
1987	Illinois State 20, Western Michigan 6
1984	Western Michigan 41, Illinois State 14
1983	Western Michigan 14, Illinois State 13