# Illinois college football results > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/illinois-college-football-results > Updated: 2026-09-19T21:09:25.000Z. Sources: 19. Developments: 2. In early September 2026, Illinois State defeated Western Illinois 41-10, moving to a 2-0 season record. The Redbirds established an early lead, driven by Victor Dawson’s two rushing touchdowns and a total offensive output of 496 yards. Later in the month, other Illinois-based college football teams secured significant wins. Northwestern defeated Colorado 41-7, led by Aidan Chiles’ five total touchdowns. Chiles completed 17-of-22 passes for 241 yards, with graduate running back Joseph Himon II catching all three of his touchdown passes. Colorado head coach Deion Sanders described the loss as a “flat out butt-kicking,” noting that the team was forced into bad decisions by Northwestern’s play. Northwestern head coach David Braun recently signed a contract extension through 2031. Additionally, the University of Illinois defeated Southern Illinois 48-10 at a sold-out Gies Memorial Stadium. Quarterback Katin Houser threw two touchdown passes to Collin Dixon, who finished with 131 receiving yards and set a single-season record at Gies Memorial Stadium with seven touchdown receptions. Aiden Laughery contributed a 77-yard rushing touchdown to secure the victory. ## Timeline ### 2026-09-19: Northwestern and Illinois secure dominant football victories Northwestern routed Colorado 41-7 behind Aidan Chiles' five total touchdowns, while Illinois defeated Southern Illinois 48-10 to close out their nonconference football schedule. 15 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/illinois-defeats-southern-illinois-48-10-in-nonconference-finale ### 2026-09-06: Illinois State defeats Western Illinois 41-10 No. 4 Illinois State defeated Western Illinois 41-10, taking a 53-52-3 lead in their historic rivalry series. 5 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/illinois-state-defeats-western-illinois-41-10 --- Cite as: Illinois college football results. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/illinois-college-football-results