Syracuse at Illinois

Saturday, September 19, 1981 Share

Illinois beat Syracuse 17–⁠14. It was their ninth meeting; after it, Illinois led the series 8–⁠1 as played.

AwaySyracuse4–⁠6–⁠1 in 1981

HomeIllinois7–⁠4 in 1981

FinalHigh 75°F, low 45°FAttendance 57,579

Before kickoff

Our ratings going in

Illinois 52% to win. Elo’s favorite won.

Officially, Illinois leads 10–⁠1; as played, 10–⁠2 in 12 meetings, counting the three since this game.