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Illinois kicker Chase McLaughlin (43) is congratulated by teammates after kicking a field goal against Northwestern during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Evanston, Ill., Saturday, Nov. 24, 2018. (AP Photo/Nam Y. Huh)
Thorson helps No. 20 Northwestern beats Illinois 24-16

By John Jackson Nov. 24, 2018 06:53 PM EST

Kansas head coach David Beaty, right, embraces senior Steven Sims Jr. (11) before an NCAA college football game against Texas in Lawrence, Kan., Friday, Nov. 23, 2018. (AP Photo/Orlin Wagner)
No. 11 Texas beats Kansas 24-17, heads to Big 12 title game

By Jordan Wolf Nov. 23, 2018 04:09 PM EST

Northwestern looks to maintain edge over rival Illinois

By John Jackson Nov. 23, 2018 12:39 PM EST
EVANSTON, Ill. (AP) — No. 20 Northwestern wants to keep the Land of Lincoln Trophy, so it's taking nothing for granted heading into its annual showdown with Illinois...

FILE - At left, in an Oct. 13, 2018, file photo, Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh signals to his offense from the sidelines in the second quarter of an NCAA college football game against Wisconsin in Ann Arbor, Mich. At right, in a Nov. 17, 2018, file photo, Ohio State head coach Urban Meyer gestures during the first half of an NCAA football game against Maryland, in College Park, Md. Michigan plays at Ohio State on Saturday. (AP Photo/File)
Michigan poised to break through vs OSU, buoy playoff hopes

By Eric Olson Nov. 22, 2018 02:06 AM EST

No. 20 Northwestern looks to avoid letdown against Illinois

By The Associated Press Nov. 21, 2018 08:19 AM EST
Illinois (4-7, 2-6 Big Ten) at No. 20 Northwestern (7-4, 7-1, No. 19 CFP), 3:30 EST (Big Ten Network). Line: Northwestern by 18. Series...

Jacksonville State has 8 first-team all-OVC selections

Nov. 20, 2018 01:25 PM EST
BRENTWOOD, Tenn. (AP) — The 2018 All-Ohio Valley Conference team and awards as voted on by coaches and sports information directors and released Tuesday: ...

Oklahoma State wide receiver Tyron Johnson (13) catches a touchdown pass while under pressure from West Virginia cornerback Josh Norwood during the second half of an NCAA college football game in Stillwater, Okla., Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018. Oklahoma State upset West Virginia 45-41.(AP Photo/Brody Schmidt)
AP Top 25 Takeaways: Can Urban Meyer endure at Ohio State?

By Ralph D. Russo Nov. 17, 2018 09:20 PM EST

Iowa's A.J. Epenesa (94) runs the ball into the end zone after recovering a fumble in the first half of a NCAA college football game against Illinois, Saturday, Nov. 17, 2018, in Champaign, Ill. (AP Photo/Holly Hart)
Iowa hands Illinois worst loss in school history

By Terry Towery Nov. 17, 2018 07:38 PM EST

Iowa looks to exploit porous Illini defense, end skid

By Terry Towery Nov. 15, 2018 04:24 PM EST
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (AP) — The Illinois offense can run, but its porous defense can't hide. And Iowa knows it. The Hawkeyes hope to slow the Illini running...

Nebraska defensive lineman Khalil Davis (94) tackles Illinois quarterback AJ Bush Jr. (1) during the first half of an NCAA college football game in Lincoln, Neb., Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018. (AP Photo/Nati Harnik)
Martinez leads Cornhuskers past turnover-prone Illini 54-35

By Eric Olson Nov. 10, 2018 03:42 PM EST

Nebraska head coach Scott Frost signals to his team during the first half of an NCAA college football game against Ohio State, Saturday, Nov. 3, 2018, in Columbus, Ohio. Ohio State beat Nebraska 36-31. (AP Photo/Jay LaPrete)
Illinois, Nebraska believe they're moving in right direction

By Eric Olson Nov. 09, 2018 03:03 AM EST

Illinois running back Reggie Corbin (2) is ushered into the end zone by teammate AJ Bush, Jr. in the second half of a NCAA college football game against Minnesota, Saturday, Nov. 3, 2018, in Champaign, Ill. (AP Photo/Holly Hart)
Game at Nebraska like a 'homecoming' for Illinois' AJ Bush

By Eric Olson Nov. 07, 2018 02:39 AM EST

FILE - In this Thursday, Aug. 30, 2018 file photo, Minnesota head coach P.J. Fleck talks with his team prior to an NCAA college football game against New Mexico State in Minneapolis. Minnesota coach P.J. Fleck watched big play after big play by Illinois last weekend and knew a change was needed. The Illini’s first two drives each culminated with a 72-yard touchdown run by Reggie Corbin. Fleck fired defensive coordinator Robb Smith on Sunday, Nov. 4, 2018.(AP Photo/Stacy Bengs, File)
After firing coordinator, Fleck seeks defensive improvement

By Brian Hall Nov. 06, 2018 08:17 PM EST

Texas' Breckyn Hager cries out in pain while being checked by trainers during the first half of an NCAA college football game against West Virginia, Saturday, Nov. 3, 2018, in Austin, Texas. Hager left the field in a sling later in the game. (AP Photo/Michael Thomas)
No. 15 Texas hurting on 2-game skid, trip to Texas Tech next

By Jim Vertuno Nov. 05, 2018 05:49 PM EST

Wisconsin's Jonathan Taylor runs for a touchdown during the second half of an NCAA college football game against Rutgers Saturday, Nov. 3, 2018, in Madison, Wis. (AP Photo/Morry Gash)
Saturday's best

By The Associated Press Nov. 03, 2018 11:06 PM EDT

Illinois quarterback AJ Bush, Jr. (1) hands the ball off to running back Reggie Corbin (2) in the first half of a NCAA college football game aganist Minnesota, Saturday, Nov. 3, 2018, in Champaign, Ill. (AP Photo/Holly Hart)
Corbin, Illinois roll over Minnesota 55-31

By Terry Towery Nov. 03, 2018 07:35 PM EDT

Illinois' Tony Adams (6) and Sydney Brown (30) go up for an interception in the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 3, 2018, in Champaign, Ill. (AP Photo/Holly Hart)
Minnesota at Illinois 11/3/2018

Nov. 03, 2018 05:50 PM EDT

Minnesota looks for needed win at reeling Illinois

By Terry Towery Nov. 02, 2018 02:29 PM EDT
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (AP) — Minnesota is just two wins from securing eligibility for a bowl game and the Gophers get a golden opportunity this weekend to lock up a...

FILE - At left, in an Oct. 20, 2018, file photo, Penn State head coach James Franklin waits to lead the team onto the field before the first half of an NCAA college football game against Indiana, in Bloomington, Ind. At right, in a Sept. 22, 2018, file photo, Michigan head coach Jim Harbaugh watches in the second half of an NCAA football game against Nebraska, in Ann Arbor, Mich. No. 14 Penn State plays at No. 5 Michigan on Saturday. (AP Photo/File)
Penn St. can dent Michigan playoff hopes, polish bowl resume

By Eric Olson Nov. 01, 2018 02:23 AM EDT

Monday Sports in Brief

By The Associated Press Oct. 30, 2018 02:39 AM EDT
NFL BEREA, Ohio (AP) — Hue Jackson's failed, flawed tenure with the Cleveland Browns is finally over. The team fired its embattled coach...