Bret Bielema Makes Bold SEC Claim After Illinois Beats Nebraska
Illinois kept its streak alive with a win over Nebraska as Bret Bielema shares his thoughts on the SEC and CFP.
Illinois secured a 24-13 victory over Nebraska on Friday night, extending their winning streak to four games and topping the Big Ten with a 6-3 record overall and 4-2 in conference play. Quarterback Katin Houser led the Illini with 292 passing yards and three touchdowns, while wide receiver Collin Dixon caught eight passes for 129 yards and two scores, breaking the program's 12 total receiving touchdown record.
Despite the Nebraska loss, the team now sits at 5-4. Illinois head coach Bret Bielema hailed the team's progress, stating they could be a top-15 team if they played in the SEC. Bielema emphasized the importance of maintaining momentum and staying on track for postseason success. The SEC boasts 10 teams in the Top 25, including five in the top 10, while the Big Ten has six ranked teams.
Illinois has three games left, facing ranked opponents UCLA and Iowa, which could propel them to a 9-3 record and increase their chances of making the College Football Playoff.
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