What playing in a non-CFP bowl means for Illinois
Athletic director Josh Whitman has College Football Playoff aspirations for Illinois, but he also doesn't subscribe to the "CFP or bust" way of thinking. Illinois will play Tennessee in the Music City Bowl on Tuesday, hoping for a step toward sustained success for the football program. What does a non-CFP bowl mean for Illinois? A springboard to 2026 and a goodbye to QB Luke Altmyer. Illinois will play Tennessee in the Music City Bowl on Tuesday, hoping for a step toward sustained success for the football program. Read Story Related articles: Josh and James Kreutz, sons of Chicago Bears great Olin, prepare for last game together in Illinois' bowl Marcus Freeman will return to Notre Dame after having his contract restructured, school confirms © Copyright 2025 Chicago Tribune. All rights reserved...