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2024 NCAAF Handicapping Analysis: Week 9
(6-1) Illinois Fighting Illini vs. Oregon Ducks (7-0)
Date: Saturday, October 26th
Time: 3:30 ET
Venue: Autzen Stadium, Eugene, OR
Week 9 ATS Betting Lines: (BET NOW!) Illinois +21.5 | Oregon -21.5
Week 9 CFB Moneyline Odds: Illinois +1031 | Oregon -2100
College Football Betting Total: O/U 54.5
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Get ready for a thrilling Week 9 showdown as Illinois takes on Oregon in what might be the most electric matchup between these two programs yet! This isn’t your typical Big Ten-Pac-12 clash—Illinois and Oregon have only faced off three times in their history, with the last one way back in the mid-’90s.
But make no mistake, Saturday’s game at Autzen Stadium is the biggest of them all, and the stakes couldn’t be higher!
Illinois is the heavy underdog as they head into this week nine matchup against the Oregon Ducks. The game is set for 3:30 ET at Autzen Stadium in Eugene, and it will be broadcast on CBS.
Oregon comes into this game undefeated at 7-0, rolling through opponents with an explosive offense and a rock-solid defense. The Ducks are not only eyeing a playoff spot but looking to make a statement as they sit as 21.5-point favorites. Meanwhile, Illinois, at 6-1, is no pushover—they’ve been grinding out wins, but this will be their toughest test of the season.
The over/under line is currently at 54.5 points.
Illinois Fighting Illini
Illinois enters Week 9 against Oregon with a 6-1 record, but they have a 0-1 mark on the road. They are 3-0 at home this season. Despite being ranked 55th in our power rankings, they are a lock for bowl eligibility. Illinois has been favored in only one game this season, and their average scoring margin is +11.4 points per game.
Their ATS record stands at 3-1, with a 2-1 mark at home and 1-0 on the road. As the favorite, they are 0-1 against the spread, but they’ve gone 3-0 ATS as the underdog.
Illinois’ over/under record is 0-4, with their games averaging 47.7 points. Their average over/under line is 48.5 points, and this week’s line is set at 54.5 points.
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Illinois Fighting Illini Stats
Illinois’ offense is averaging 29.6 points per game heading into week 9, placing them 47th in the nation. They are ranked 49th in our offensive power rankings. Quarterback Luke Altmyer has thrown for 1,506 yards, completing 65.9% of his passes, with 15 touchdowns and just one interception. He has a passer rating of 116, and Illinois ranks 12th nationally in passer rating.
Illinois is 67th in passing attempts per game, but 48th in completions, averaging 219.3 passing yards per game. On third downs, they convert 42.4% of their attempts. The team averages 146.9 rushing yards per game. Kaden Feagin leads the rushing attack with 306 yards and three touchdowns. Pat Bryant has 478 receiving yards and seven touchdowns.
Illinois’ defense has been solid this season, ranking 21st nationally by allowing just 18.1 points per game. In their recent game against Michigan, they gave up only 7 points, allowing 322 total yards, including 114 rushing yards on 38 attempts and 208 passing yards, while also forcing an interception.
Opponents have averaged 145.9 rushing yards per game on 33.3 attempts against Illinois, while quarterbacks have completed 61.4% of their passes, averaging 198.9 passing yards per game and a passer rating of 79.2.
Oregon Ducks
Oregon enters Week 9 with a perfect 7-0 record, hosting Illinois. They are ranked 8th in our power rankings and are a lock for bowl eligibility. The Ducks have a 31.6% chance of winning the Big Ten and the second-best odds to make the CFB playoff at 86.7%.
Oregon’s average scoring margin is +18, and they are 3-3 against the spread this season. At home, they are 1-2 ATS, while their road ATS record stands at 2-1. As favorites, they are 2-3 ATS.
The Ducks’ over/under record is 3-3, with their games averaging 51.1 points. Their average over/under line is 55.4 points, slightly higher than this week’s line of 54.5 points.
Oregon Ducks Stats
Oregon’s passing game has been the focal point of their offense, ranking 12th in passing yards per game with 300.3 yards. They are 9th in our offensive power rankings heading into week 9, and they are 24th in scoring, averaging 34.6 points per game. Dillon Gabriel has thrown for 2,080 yards and has a passer rating of 119. Oregon ranks 1st in completion percentage, completing 77.1% of their passes, and they are 9th in passing completions per game.
Gabriel has thrown 15 touchdowns and 4 interceptions this season. Leading the rushing attack is Jordan James, who has 717 yards and 8 touchdowns, averaging 5 yards per carry. Tez Johnson leads the receivers with 57 catches for 536 yards and 7 touchdowns.
Oregon’s defense comes into their matchup against Illinois ranked 13th nationally, allowing just 16.6 points per game. They’ve given up 124.7 rushing yards per game on 29.6 attempts and 175.6 passing yards, ranking 28th in the country. Opposing quarterbacks have a passer rating of 68.1 against Oregon, completing 57% of their passes.
In their last game, Oregon’s defense shut out Purdue, allowing just 93 passing yards and 208 rushing yards on 40 attempts. They also forced one interception in the game.
Illinois Fighting Illini vs. Oregon Ducks NCAA Football Betting Trends
- The Illinois Fighting Illini are 5-0 in their last five games as an underdog.
- Conversely, the Oregon Ducks are 2-3 ATS in their last five games as a favorite.
- Also, the Illinois Fighting Illini are 8-2 ATS in their last ten road games.
- On the other side, the Oregon Ducks have gone 6-3-1 across their last ten home games.
- Over the Illinois Fighting Illini’s last 3 road games, the over/under record is 1-2.
- The Oregon Ducks’ have an over/under record of 1-2 in their last 3 games at home.
4* Free 2024 Week 9 NCAA Betting Prediction: Oregon -21.5
For bettors, this matchup offers some intriguing angles. Oregon has been a covering machine this season, and at -21.5, the spread may seem hefty, but the Ducks’ offensive firepower could blow this game wide open. The Illini, on the other hand, will need every trick in the playbook to keep this one close.
Our projections have Oregon winning this week nine matchup against Illinois by a score of 42-17.
With Oregon being the -21.5 point favorite, we expect them to cover the spread.
For a point total bet, we suggest taking the over, as our combined score projection of 59 points is significantly higher than the current O/U line of 54.5 points. With Oregon’s high-octane offense, that total could get eclipsed if Illinois can find some rhythm.
Keep your eye on the live betting lines as this game unfolds—it’s bound to be a barnburner!
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