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Illinois odds 2026
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Illinois upcoming lines
| Game | Spread | Total |
|---|---|---|
| OCT 10: at Michigan State | Illinois -2.5 | 48 |
| NOV 28: at Northwestern | Illinois -3.5 | 52.5 |
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Illinois against the spread
ATS record
2-3
.400 cover
Over / Under
4-1
4 overs
Straight up
2-3
.400 win
Season
2026
5 games
Situational ATS (2026)
| Situation | ATS | Cover % | O/U | SU |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Home | 1-3 | .250 | 3-1 | 2-2 |
| Away | 1-0 | 1.000 | 1-0 | 0-1 |
| As favorite | 1-3 | .250 | 3-1 | 2-2 |
| As underdog | 1-0 | 1.000 | 1-0 | 0-1 |
| Conference games | 1-1 | .500 | 1-1 | 0-2 |
| Primetime | 0-1 | .000 | 1-0 | 1-0 |
| Outdoors | 2-3 | .400 | 4-1 | 2-3 |
By season
| Season | Games | ATS | Cover % | O/U | SU |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 5 | 2-3 | .400 | 4-1 | 2-3 |
| 2025 | 13 | 8-4-1 | .667 | 5-8 | 9-4 |
| 2024 | 13 | 9-4 | .692 | 5-8 | 10-3 |
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Illinois 2026 odds and betting lines
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Frequently asked questions
What is the Illinois spread for the next game?
For Illinois at Michigan State, the spread is Illinois -2.5 and the total is 48 (Bovada). Lines move, informational only, 21+.
What is the Illinois ATS record in 2026?
Illinois is 2-3 against the spread in 2026, with an over/under record of 4-1. These are results, not predictions.