The Nebraska Cornhuskers will try to snap a three-game losing streak with a Friday night showdown against the Illinois Fighting Illini. Nebraska is coming off a 17-10 setback against Washington last Saturday night in Lincoln. Illinois won its third straight game and defeated Maryland 20-17 last week.
The Huskers boast one of the nation's top defenses. Nebraska ranks among the top 15 nationally in total defense (270.8 ypg, 8th), scoring defense (15.6 ppg, 14th), rushing defense (91.1 ypg, 11th), pass efficiency defense (109.96, 11th), third-down defense (21.4%, 1st), and sacks (2.9 pg, 15th).
Nebraska's offense has struggled during the three-game losing streak, averaging 13.5 points per game. The offense ranks in the top 40 in rushing offense (186.6 ypg, 36th) and third-down conversion percentage (50.0%, 16th).
This will be the 23rd all-time matchup between the two schools. Nebraska leads the all-time series 14-7-1, including a 5-3-1 record in Champaign.
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Here's how to watch Nebraska football vs. Illinois, including time, TV schedule, and streaming information:
What channel is Nebraska football vs. Illinois on?
TV Channel:Fox
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Nebraska football vs. Illinois will broadcast nationally on Fox. Jack Kizer and Mark Helfich will call the game from the booth at Memorial Stadium. Streaming options for the game include FUBO , which offers a free trial to new subscribers.
Nebraska football vs. Illinois time today
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Date: Friday, November 6
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Start time: 7 p.m. CT
The Nebraska football vs. Illinois game starts at 7 p.m. CT from Memorial Stadium in Champaign, Illinois.
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