Penn State (6-2) returns to Beaver Stadium to host Illinois (4-3) in a crucial Big Ten match-up for both teams. The Lions’ road to redemption continues as their final six games of the season are against teams that handed them a loss in 2014 (Ohio State, Maryland, Illinois, Northwestern, Michigan and Michigan State).
Penn State is currently a four-point favorite as they attempt to avenge their 16-14 loss in Champaign last season. The Nittany Lions look to avoid being tripped up by the Illini on the new Beaver Stadium sod and remain undefeated at home this season.
Despite being 1-2 in conference play and reeling after two straight losses, Illinois has been much more competitive than in past seasons.