Fansided · Sep 3, 2025
Everything to know before Duke vs. Illinois: How to watch and critical updates
Elon v Duke | Grant Halverson/GettyImagesAfter a decisive 45-17 win for the Duke football program over FCS opponent Elon to begin the 2025 season, the Blue Devils now enter Week Two with a potentially season-deciding matchup on the schedule. Duke will take on No. 11 Illinois at Wallace Wade Stadium, a prime opportunity for the Blue Devils to etch a marquee victory on the resume early on in the campaign. After Clemson fell to No. 9 LSU in Week One, the ACC might be more open than most around the country originally anticipated. However, a win over the Fighting Illini is crucial for Manny Diaz and his squad to reach their ceiling in 2025.