The Nebraska Cornhuskers are 2-3 SU and ATS on the season while Illinois is 2-3 SU and 0-5 ATS. Illinois has covered the spread in three straight meetings and won 26-9 when it faced the Cornhuskers last season.

Both teams are coming off blowout losses, but I like Nebraska to cover the number here. The Cornhuskers are averaging 209 rushing yards per game (15th) and 5.5 yards per carry (17th), and the Fighting Illini are allowing 180 yards per game to opposing backs. Nebraska on the other hand is excellent at stopping the run and Illinois starting back Reggie Love III is most likely out with an ankle injury.

Nebraska backup dual threat QB Heinrich Haarberg has played well, and I think the Cornhuskers will run over their opponent in this one.

3* play on Nebraska.