The No. 1 Oregon Ducks (7-0) prepare to host the No. 20 Illinois Fighting Illini (6-1) on Saturday afternoon at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Oregon, for a key Big Ten clash.
Here, GOAL brings you everything you need to know about how to watch and listen to the Oregon Ducks vs Illinois Fighting Illini NCAAF game, plus plenty more.
Oregon Ducks vs Illinois Fighting Illini: Date and kick-off time
The Oregon Ducks will take on Illinois Fighting Illini in a highly anticipated NCAAF game on Saturday, October 26, 2024, at 3:30 pm ET/ 12:30 pm PT, at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, Oregon.
| Date | Saturday, October 26, 2024 |
| Kick-off Time | 3:30 pm ET/ 12:30 pm PT |
| Venue | Autzen Stadium |
| Location | Eugene, Oregon |
How to watch Oregon Ducks vs Illinois Fighting Illini on TV & stream live online
TV channel: CBS
- Broadcasters: Brad Nessler (play-by-play) and Gary Danielson (color analyst) are on the game call.
Streaming service: Paramount+
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How to listen to live play-by-play commentary of Oregon Ducks vs Illinois Fighting Illini
Audio stream: SiriusXM — Away: 83 (CAR), 83 (NE) | Home: 196 (CAR), 958 (NE)
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Oregon Ducks vs Illinois Fighting Illini team news & key players
Oregon Ducks team news
Oregon fans have reason for concern as a growing list of injuries to crucial players may impact Saturday’s matchup. In last week’s game against Purdue, the Ducks were without several key starters, including senior defensive end Jordan Burch, wide receiver Gary Bryant Jr., and standout tight end Terrance Ferguson.
Ferguson was sidelined after undergoing an appendectomy just before the Purdue game, a tough blow for Oregon’s offense as it was hitting a solid rhythm. The senior tight end has been a reliable target for quarterback Dillon Gabriel this season, accumulating 321 receiving yards on 20 catches across six games. His role as a dual-threat in both receiving and blocking is vital to the Ducks’ offensive setup.
Matthew Bedford remains a major uncertainty. The senior transfer from Indiana has yet to play for the Ducks this season, following a setback with his right knee during practice leading up to the UCLA game.
Illinois Fighting Illini team news
After a thrilling 50-49 overtime win against Purdue, the Fighting Illini followed up by taking down Michigan 21-7. Despite being outgained in total yards, 322-267, Illinois dominated the turnover margin, coming out on top 3-0 with two fumble recoveries and an interception off Jack Tuttle. Junior quarterback Luke Altmyer completed nine of his 18 passes for 80 yards and a touchdown, while also contributing 48 rushing yards and an additional score on ten carries.
Unfortunately, the Fighting Illini lost sophomore running back Kaden Feagin for the season due to hip surgery after posting 306 rushing yards and three touchdowns in five games. Junior RB Josh McCray, who has accumulated 322 yards from scrimmage and four touchdowns, will now step into a lead role in Illinois' backfield for the remainder of the season.
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