Illinois fans, get ready—2026 is shaping up to be a season full of fresh matchups, returning rivalries, and some serious milestones on the line. With Katin Houser stepping in at QB and a defense anchored by Bailey, Clarke, and Scott, the Illini are aiming for their first three-year winning streak since the late '80s. The schedule brings everything from a rare showdown with UAB to a trip to Ohio State for the IlliBuck trophy, plus a historic return to the Rose Bowl against UCLA. Which game are you circling as a must-watch? #Sports #Football #IllinoisFootball