The Big Ten gives us a full week of exciting matchups between top teams and Sunday’s finale is no different. A Top 10 matchup kicks off Sunday afternoon in Lincoln as Illinois and Nebraska face off for the second time this season. The Fighting Illini ride a significant hot streak into Lincoln but who takes care of business in this rematch?
As a matter of fact, Illinois (18-3) has run off 10 straight wins, with their most recent defeat coming against the Cornhuskers back in the middle of December. Even without starter Kylan Boswell, lost to a hand injury, the Illini have kept soaring thanks to the rise of freshman Keaton Wagler, who played a major role in their recent upset at Purdue. Illinois just keeps rolling and looks to cement their spot atop the Big Ten standings.
Certainly no slouch themselves, Nebraska (20-1) ran off 20 straight wins to open the season before falling in a close game at Michigan earlier this week. The Cornhuskers played that game without top contributors Rienk Mast and Braden Frager who could both be back for this matchup. When healthy, Nebraska has shown us that they are one of the best teams in the nation this season and have already proved it in Champaign.
Illinois vs. Nebraska: When and Where
Date: Sunday, February 1, 2026, 4:00 pm ET…