Illinois at Northwestern

Saturday, November 23, 1985 Share

Illinois beat Northwestern 45–⁠20. It was their 79th meeting; after it, Illinois led the series 42–⁠32–⁠5.

AwayIllinois6–⁠5–⁠1 in 1985

HomeNorthwestern3–⁠8 in 1985

FinalHigh 35°F, low 25°F, 0.01 in. of rainAttendance 33,054

Before kickoff

Our ratings going in

Illinois 73% to win. Elo’s favorite won.

Illinois leads 59–⁠55–⁠5 in 119 meetings, counting the 40 since this game.