CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — The new-look Illinois offense did not take long at all to find the end zone.
On the very first drive of the season, new quarterback Luke Altmyer led the Illini down the field on a 10-play, 75-yard drive that was highlighted by a Josh McCray one-yard touchdown run.
@IlliniFootball starting off the season right with a TD from @goatmccray5.
: @BigTenNetwork pic.twitter.com/WiLsVmbYNM— Illinois on BTN (@IllinoisOnBTN) September 2, 2023Altmyer threw for 64 yards in the drive, completing all five of his passes.