No. 23 Illinois fades in second half in 42-25 loss to Washington for 3rd defeat in last 5 games
- Posted on October 25, 2025
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No. 23 Illinois fades in second half in 42-25 loss to Washington for 3rd defeat in last 5 games

A trick play near the end of the first half fueled Washington to a 42-25 victory over No. 23 Illinois on Saturday. The Illini fell to 5-3 overall and 2-3 in the Big Ten.