Illinois’ offense stood out in the team’s 27-26 victory over Minnesota on Saturday. And two of the Fighting Illini’s top playmakers were acknowledged by the Big Ten for their efforts.
First, junior wide receiver Isaiah Williams was named the league’s Offensive Player of the Week.
Big Ten Offensive Player of the Weekhttps://t.co/4cX5Qd8uLg // @i_williams11#Illini // #HTTO // #famILLy pic.twitter.com/7vTLJB0ipZ
— Illinois Football (@IlliniFootball) November 6, 2023
I-Will recorded career highs in catches (13) and receiving yards (131), while also adding a pair of TD catches Saturday — including the game-winning 46-yard score in the final minute.