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Illinois football vs. Washington recap: Illini lose to Huskies on road

The Illinois Fighting Illini lost to the Washington Huskies in Week 9 college football. Here is a recap, photos and highlights.

Illinois’ playoff hopes are done, and Northwestern can’t get a stop. 4 takeaways from college football Week 9.

Coach Bret Bielema said Illinois needs to examine its defense after a 42-25 loss to Washington snuffed out any hopes of making the College Football Playoff.

No. 23 Illinois Fighting Illini vs. Washington Huskies Highlights | FOX College Football

Check out the best moments between the No. 23 Illinois Fighting Illini and the Washington Huskies in Week 9!

College football odds, picks, predictions for Week 9, 2025: Computer backs Colorado, Washington in best bets

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Brian Kelly’s very bad night, $53M LSU buyout and more college football Week 9 takeaways

SEC teams won in dramatic fashion, Texas A&M had no trouble against flailing LSU. Here's what to know about Week 9.

Denzel Boston's big day helps Washington beat No. 23 Illinois and match its 2024 win total

Denzel Boston threw and caught a touchdown pass, and finished with career highs of 10 catches and 153 receiving yards to lead Washington to a 42-25 victory over No. 23 Illinois on Saturday.

Demond Williams finds Dezmen Roebuck for 13-yard TD, giving Washington lead over Illinois

CFB - Illinois Fighting Illini vs. Washington Huskies - 10/25/2025 College Football Washington Huskies Demond Williams Jr.

A realignment era amplifies a college football hero: The truck driver

Equipment trucks have long been part of the tradition for major programs. In recent seasons, the trips have gotten longer.
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