The Western Michigan Broncos will meet the Illinois Fighting Illini in Week 3 of the 2025 regular season. The game will take place at Memorial Stadium in Champaign, IL, on Saturday, September 13, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Fans can catch the action on FS1 as the Broncos aim for their first win of the season against the undefeated Illini.

Western Michigan vs. Illinois Betting Prediction

• Money Line Prediction: Illinois Fighting Illini -6760. Illinois has a strong start with a 2-0 record and a solid home win. Western Michigan is 0-2 and struggles on the road.
• Over/Under Prediction: Under 50.5. Illinois has a strong defense, allowing only 22 points in two games. Western Michigan has scored 36 points in two games.

Team Trends

• The Illinois Fighting Illini are ranked #9 in both the AP and Coaches Polls.
• Western Michigan Broncos have a current season record of 0-2, with both losses coming from close games.
• Illinois Fighting Illini have a perfect 2-0 record this season, including a dominant 52-3 home win against Western Illinois.
• Western Michigan Broncos have struggled on the road, losing their away game 23-6 to Michigan State.
• Illinois Fighting Illini have scored 97 points this season, ranking them 8th in points for among teams.

Western Michigan vs Illinois Preview

The Western Michigan Broncos are looking for their first win of the 2025 season. They have struggled in their first two games, with a 0-2 record. This game will be a test for the Broncos as they travel to face the Illinois Fighting Illini. The Broncos are unranked and hoping to turn things around.

The Illinois Fighting Illini are off to a strong start this season. They hold a 2-0 record and are ranked ninth in both the AP and Coaches Polls. The Illini have been solid both at home and on the road. Their defense will be key as they aim to continue their winning streak against the Broncos.

Illinois Fighting Illini: Strong Start and Key Players

The Illinois Fighting Illini are ranked #9 in both the AP and Coaches Poll. They belong to the Big Ten Conference and play their home games at Memorial Stadium in Champaign, IL. This season, they have a 2-0 record, with victories both at home and on the road.

Quarterback Luke Altmyer leads the offense with 513 passing yards and 6 touchdowns in 2 games. Aidan Laughery and Kaden Feagin are key running backs, with both scoring 2 touchdowns each. Wide receiver Hank Beatty has been impressive with 13 receptions and 236 receiving yards.

In team stats, the offense has scored 97 points, ranking 8th, and gained 527 passing yards, ranking 38th. The defense has been strong, allowing only 22 points and ranking 14th in this category. The team also has 6 sacks and ranks 5th in that area.

Western Michigan Broncos: Tough Start on the Road

The Western Michigan Broncos are part of the Mid-American Conference. They play their home games at Waldo Stadium. This season, they have a record of 0-2 with losses both at home and on the road.

Quarterback Broc Lowry has thrown for 166 yards and 1 touchdown in 2 games. Brady Jones, another quarterback, has added 109 passing yards. Running back Jalen Buckley has rushed for 133 yards and made 6 receptions.

The Broncos have scored 36 points this season, ranking 54th in points for. Their defense has allowed 56 points, ranking 46th. They have also secured 7 sacks, which places them 4th in this category.

Final Betting Pick

Illinois is a strong pick for the money line. They have a 2-0 record and a solid win at home. Their defense has only allowed 22 points in two games, showing they can stop opponents effectively. Western Michigan has not won a game yet and struggles on the road. This makes Illinois a safer choice.

The under 50.5 is a good choice because of Illinois’ defense. They have kept their opponents to low scores. Western Michigan has only scored 36 points in two games. With Illinois’ ability to limit scoring, the total points should stay under 50.5.

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