Nebraska vs Illinois Football Odds

The Cornhuskers will play the Fighting Illini on Friday, October 6th, 2023. The matchup takes place at Memorial Stadium (Champaign, IL). Watch this exciting Week 6 matchup at 8:06 pm EDT. Check local listings for coverage on FS1.

Learn more about College Football betting with our handy tutorial and guide. We explain spread, total and money line bets.


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Key Matchup Stats

We're now well into the 2023 college football season. Week 6 action features a matchup between Nebraska and Illinois taking place at Memorial Stadium (Champaign, IL). The following are some key season stats to help you size up this game.

  • SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings - Nebraska has a 97.00 conference power ranking for the 2023 season. The conference power ranking for Illinois is 96.33.
  • Away Nebraska - Heading into Week 6, Nebraska currently has a 0-2 record as an away team for the 2023 regular season. This ranks them 2nd in the Big Ten Conference for away team wins. Watch this stat carefully as the season progresses.
  • Home Illinois - Illinois has a 2-1 record as a home team. Looking ahead to this 2023 Week 6 matchup, they rank 2nd in the Big Ten Conference for home team wins. Like the Nebraska away record and ranking, you should continually keep tabs on this stat.
  • Points Scored - For the 2023 season, Nebraska ranks 7th (94) in the Big Ten Conference, with Illinois currently ranking 6th (108) for points scored in the Big Ten Conference.
  • Points Against - Also in 2023, Nebraska stands 4th (119) in the Big Ten Conference for points scored by opponents in 2023. Illinois sits at 1st (153) in the Big Ten Conference for points against in the 2023 season so far.
  • Team Records - Nebraska has a 2-3 overall record for the 2023 regular season, with Illinois currently 2-3 for the 2023 NCAAF regular season.

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Hold onto your lucky charms, folks, because it's time for a wild and wacky showdown in the heartland! This Friday, October 6th, the Nebraska Cornhuskers will be storming into Memorial Stadium in Champaign, IL to take on the Illinois Fighting Illini in a hair-raising Week 6 clash of the 2023-24 college football season...

Memorial Stadium will be buzzing with energy as these two teams clash under the Friday night lights. The atmosphere will be electrifying, with fans on both sides cheering their hearts out for their beloved teams...

According to the SportsBetting3.com Power Rankings, Nebraska comes in with a solid 97.00, while Illinois isn't far behind at 96.33. This promises to be a nail-biter of a matchup, with both teams showing impressive form...

Nebraska currently stands at 2-3, hungry for a win to climb up the ranks. On the other side, Illinois is also sitting at 2-3, eager to defend their home turf. This game will be a battle of wills, with each team leaving it all on the field...

If you're feeling lucky, you can bet this game at BetWay, BetRivers, or BetMGM. And if you want to add some extra excitement to your viewing experience, make sure to review this game's prop bets. Compare the odds below and get ready for a thrilling Friday night showdown!

Best Cornhuskers at Fighting Illini Odds


Best Point Spread Betting Odds
Underdog

Nebraska
Favorite

Illinois
Illinois has a -3 -110 point spread at BetMGM OH. They are the point spread favorite in this matchup. Nebraska has a +3 -110 point spread at BetMGM OH. Nebraska is the point spread underdog. Review how to bet on a point spread with our text and video tutorials.

Best Total Betting Odds
OverUnder
BetMGM has the best over line of 42.5 points. Risk $105 to win $100. BetMGM has the best under line of 42.5 points. Risk $115 to win $100. Our tutorial explains more about total bets.

Best Moneyline Betting Odds
Underdog

Nebraska
Favorite

Illinois
Illinois is the -160 moneyline favorite. Risk $160 to win $100 on Illinois at BetMGM. Nebraska is the +135 underdog at BetMGM. Risk $100 to win $135 on Nebraska. Learn more about how to bet on money lines.

Matchup Odds FAQs

What is the point spread for the Nebraska vs Illinois College Football game on Friday, October 6th, 2023?

Illinois is a -3 -110 point spread favorite at BetMGM, while Nebraska is a +3 -110 point spread underdog at BetMGM.

What is the over-under total line for the Nebraska vs Illinois College Football game on Friday, October 6th, 2023?

The best over line is 42.5 -105 points at BetMGM, which means you risk $105 to win $100 betting the over. The best under line is 42.5 -115 points at BetMGM, and that means you risk $115 to win $100 betting the under.

What is the moneyline for the Nebraska vs Illinois College Football game on Friday, October 6th, 2023?

Illinois is a -160 moneyline favorite at BetMGM and Nebraska is a +135 moneyline underdog at BetMGM.

College Football Odds Example

College Football Odds and Outcomes Explained

Game
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Nebraska
Illinois
10/06/23 8:06pm EDT
+3 -110-3 -110
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Underdog Nebraska - Nebraska bettors risk $100 to win $90.91 at -110 odds.

A +3 Nebraska underdog bet wins if they lose by 2 or fewer, tie, or win outright. The bet pushes if they lose by 3. Your bet loses if they lose by 4 or more.

Favorite Illinois - Illinois bettors risk $100 to win $90.91 at -110 odds.

A -3 Illinois favorite bet wins if they win by 4 or more. The bet pushes if they win by 3. Your bet loses if they win by 2 or fewer, tie, or lose outright.

Nebraska at Illinois Prop Bets

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College Football Prop Bets
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Bet
Nebraska
Illinois
First Team To Score
10/06/23 8:06pm EDT
+100-130Bet
Nebraska
Illinois
No Touchdown
To Score 1st Touchdown
10/06/23 8:06pm EDT
+100-145+10000Bet
Nebraska
Illinois
Game to Overtime
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Yes +875No -5000Bet
Nebraska
Illinois
Both Teams Score 10+
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Yes -450No +320Bet
BetMGM Sports Betting BetMGM
Nebraska
Illinois
Both Teams Score 20+
10/06/23 8:06pm EDT
Yes +180No -250Bet
Nebraska
Illinois
Both Teams Score 30+
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Yes +1150No -5000Bet

Recent Meetings Since 2019

Recent Meetings Since 2019
WeekGameResultMargin
2024
Week 4
Illinois vs Nebraska
Friday, September 20th, 2024
ILL 31, NEB 24 (OT)
Memorial Stadium (Lincoln, NE)
Illinois by 7
2023
Week 6
Nebraska vs Illinois
Friday, October 6th, 2023
NEB 20, ILL 7
Memorial Stadium (Champaign, IL)
Nebraska by 13
2022
Week 9
Illinois vs Nebraska
Saturday, October 29th, 2022
ILL 26, NEB 9
Memorial Stadium (Lincoln, NE)
Illinois by 17
2021
Week 1
Nebraska vs Illinois
Saturday, August 28th, 2021
ILL 30, NEB 22
Memorial Stadium (Champaign, IL)
Illinois by 8
2020
Week 12
Illinois vs Nebraska
Saturday, November 21st, 2020
ILL 41, NEB 23
Memorial Stadium (Lincoln, NE)
Illinois by 18
2019
Week 4
Nebraska vs Illinois
Saturday, September 21st, 2019
NEB 42, ILL 38
Memorial Stadium (Champaign, IL)
Nebraska by 4

Team Standings

2023-2024 College Football Regular Season Standings - Nebraska, Illinois
Team Conf Conf% W L PF PA Home Away Strk
Illinois3-60.333572943533-42-3L2
Nebraska3-60.333572162194-31-4L4

Nebraska & Illinois Futures Odds

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Nebraska Championship Odds

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Illinois Championship Odds

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Nebraska & Illinois Team Pages

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Team Schedules & Results


2023-24 Nebraska Games & Results
WeekMatchupDate & Result
Week 1Nebraska vs
Minnesota
MINN 13, NEB 10
Thursday, August 31st, 2023
Week 2Nebraska vs
Colorado
COLO 36, NEB 14
Saturday, September 9th, 2023
Week 3Northern Illinois vs
Nebraska
NEB 35, NIU 11
Saturday, September 16th, 2023
Week 4Louisiana Tech vs
Nebraska
NEB 28, LT 14
Saturday, September 23rd, 2023
Week 5Michigan vs
Nebraska
MICH 45, NEB 7
Saturday, September 30th, 2023
Week 6Nebraska vs
Illinois
NEB 20, ILL 7
Friday, October 6th, 2023
Week 8Northwestern vs
Nebraska
NEB 17, NU 9
Saturday, October 21st, 2023
Week 9Purdue vs
Nebraska
NEB 31, PUR 14
Saturday, October 28th, 2023
Week 10Nebraska vs
Michigan State
MSU 20, NEB 17
Saturday, November 4th, 2023
Week 11Maryland vs
Nebraska
MD 13, NEB 10
Saturday, November 11th, 2023
Week 12Nebraska vs
Wisconsin
WIS 24, NEB 17 (OT)
Saturday, November 18th, 2023
Week 13Iowa vs
Nebraska
IOWA 13, NEB 10
Friday, November 24th, 2023


2023-24 Illinois Games & Results
WeekMatchupDate & Result
Week 1Toledo vs
Illinois
ILL 30, TOL 28
Saturday, September 2nd, 2023
Week 2Illinois vs
Kansas
KU 34, ILL 23
Friday, September 8th, 2023
Week 3Penn State vs
Illinois
PSU 30, ILL 13
Saturday, September 16th, 2023
Week 4Florida Atlantic vs
Illinois
ILL 23, FAU 17
Saturday, September 23rd, 2023
Week 5Illinois vs
Purdue
PUR 44, ILL 19
Saturday, September 30th, 2023
Week 6Nebraska vs
Illinois
NEB 20, ILL 7
Friday, October 6th, 2023
Week 7Illinois vs
Maryland
ILL 27, MD 24
Saturday, October 14th, 2023
Week 8Wisconsin vs
Illinois
WIS 25, ILL 21
Saturday, October 21st, 2023
Week 10Illinois vs
Minnesota
ILL 27, MINN 26
Saturday, November 4th, 2023
Week 11Indiana vs
Illinois
ILL 48, IU 45 (OT)
Saturday, November 11th, 2023
Week 12Illinois vs
Iowa
IOWA 15, ILL 13
Saturday, November 18th, 2023
Week 13Northwestern vs
Illinois
NU 45, ILL 43
Saturday, November 25th, 2023

How to Bet on the Game

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How to Bet on the Nebraska vs Illinois College Football Game

  1. Open a new sports betting account before game time.

    Review our list of sports betting sites. Open a new account before the game starts on Friday, October 6th, 2023 at 8:06 pm EDT, making sure to enter all your personal details correctly. Don't forget to add your bonus code.

  2. Visit the sportsbook’s cashier, banking, or deposit page.

    Navigate to the sportsbook's deposit page. Use your Visa card or MasterCard, or deposit with a bank transfer, or other methods like Paypal.

  3. Tap to the sportsbook's College Football page, look for the Nebraska vs Illinois Game.

    Navigate to the sportsbook's College Football page. Next, look for live or upcoming matchups. Select the Nebraska vs Illinois Game.

  4. Choose your bet and place a wager.

    Choose your bet and then use the funds you deposited to place a wager. The sportsbook will pay your winnings or deduct a losing wager from your account balance after the game.

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