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Illinois football defeats Tennessee in Music City Bowl

Illinois secured a thrilling 30-28 victory over Tennessee in the Music City Bowl, thanks to a last-second 29-yard field goal by David Olano. This win marked Illinois' first back-to-back nine-win seasons in program history and ended Tennessee's season with two consecutive losses.

Illinois football defeats Tennessee in Music City Bowl

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Key Highlights

  • Illinois finished the season with a 9-4 record, while Tennessee ended at 8-5.
  • David Olano kicked three field goals, including the game-winner as time expired.
  • Luke Altmyer contributed with 196 passing yards and a touchdown.
  • Leon Lowery Jr. scored a touchdown after recovering a fumble in the end zone.
  • Tennessee managed a season-low total of 278 yards in the game.
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  3. Illinois beats Tennessee in the Music City Bowl to keep Big Ten undefeated this bowl season

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