CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Ugly or not, Illinois has wrapped up its non-conference slate with a victory.
Following back-to-back double-digit losses, Illinois (2-2, 0-1 Big Ten) got back in the win column on Saturday, overcoming an early 10-0 deficit to handle Florida Atlantic 23-17.
Memorial Stadium was a bit tense early — and for a moment late — but ultimately, Illinois was able to hold off a pesky FAU team and get back to .500.
HOW IT HAPPENED
Things got off to a rather disastrous start for the Illini.
A promising opening drive abruptly came to an end after Reggie Love’s 4th-and-3 carry came up just short of the sticks.