The Champaign Room · Sep 9, 2023

Altmyer breaks loose for LONG rushing TD

LAWRENCE, Kan. — It took almost three quarters, but the Illini have one ray of hope.

On a 3rd and 18, Illinois QB Luke Altmyer scrambled out of the pocket and used his legs to take it 72 yards to the house.

Luke Altmyer 72-yards to the house. pic.twitter.com/vPljLV9Zk3

— Illinois Football Focus (@IlliniFB) September 9, 2023 Altmyer did well on the ground last weekend, leading the team with 69 rushing yards. He ran for more on this play alone.

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