Minnesota Golden Gophers Look to Exploit Illini Injury Riddled Defense
5, with the total set at 43.5 on the Saturday afternoon in the Land of 10,000 Lakes, a pair of teams from the West Division of the tangle on the gridiron with Illinois on the
Game outlook
5, with the total set at 43.5 on the Saturday afternoon in the Land of 10,000 Lakes, a pair of teams from the West Division of the tangle on the gridiron with Illinois on the road to face Minnesota. The Golden Gophers own a 40-32-3 advantage in the all-time series, however the Fighting Illini has won the last two meetings, along with losing their previous contest in October 21, 25-21 to Wisconsin, despite being a three-point underdog. Minnesota is coming off their 27-12 win against Michigan State and are the betting favourites at -3.
Game Info
When: Saturday, 11/4/2023 @ 3:30pm EST
Where: Huntington Bank Stadium Stadium Fighting Illini vs Golden Gophers Betting Odds Moneyline: Fighting Illini +106 | Golden Gophers -126
Spread: Fighting Illini +2 (-110) | Golden Gophers -2 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 43.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Minnesota will win straight-up is 56%.
Illinois Fighting Illini
Luke Altmyer has attempted 151-239 passes this season for 1,671 yards, 10 touchdowns and nine interceptions; John Paddock is 12-23 for 137 yards with one touchdown. Reggie Love III (51 carries, 257 yards, one touchdown) and Josh McCray (43 carries, 156 yards, two touchdowns) help to lead the way on the ground and Aidan Laughery (13 carries, 59 yards, one touchdown) can be called on should Love III be unable to play due to a leg injury. Isaiah Williams is the Fighting Illini’s top receiver with 46 receptions for 562 yards and one touchdown.