Northwestern at Illinois

Saturday, September 4, 1982 Share

Illinois beat Northwestern 49–⁠13. It was their 76th meeting; after it, Illinois led the series 39–⁠32–⁠5.

AwayNorthwestern3–⁠8 in 1982

HomeIllinois7–⁠5 in 1982

FinalHigh 78°F, low 49°FAttendance 67,036

Before kickoff

Our ratings going in

Illinois 83% to win. Elo’s favorite won.

Illinois leads 59–⁠55–⁠5 in 119 meetings, counting the 43 since this game.