Illinois secured a 24-13 victory over Nebraska on November 6, 2026, at Memorial Stadium in Champaign, Illinois. The Cornhuskers surrendered an early lead as the Fighting Illini pulled away in the second half.
Nebraska head coach Matt Rhule was seen on the sideline alongside athletic director Troy Dannen before the game. The loss continues a challenging stretch for the Cornhuskers program under Rhule's leadership.
The game marked another Big Ten conference contest between the two Midwest rivals. Illinois improved their conference record with the win, while Nebraska fell further behind in the standings.
