Akron at Illinois

Saturday, September 21, 1996 Share

Illinois beat Akron 38–⁠7. It was their first meeting; after it, Illinois led the series 1–⁠0.

AwayAkron4–⁠7 in 1996

HomeIllinois2–⁠9 in 1996

FinalHigh 74°F, low 54°F, 0.04 in. of rainAttendance 48,285

Before kickoff

Our ratings going in

Illinois 80% to win. Elo’s favorite won.

Illinois leads 2–⁠0 in two meetings, counting the one since this game.

Recent meetings
2019	Illinois 42, Akron 3
1996	Illinois 38, Akron 7