Michigan soccer is now on a dropping streak for the primary time in 4 years after one other disappointing efficiency Saturday.

No. 22 Michigan (4-3) fell to No. 21 Illinois (6-1), 21-7, for his or her second straight loss for the primary time since 2020. Michigan final performed two weeks in the past, a loss at Washington in its first highway recreation, and had per week off to reset earlier than squaring off with the Illini. Illinois is bowl-eligible for the primary time since 2022.

Illinois compelled two fumbles within the first half, resulting in 10 factors after a gap drive discipline purpose. Michigan put collectively a scoring drive on the finish of the half, capped off with a Kalel Mullings landing run to drag inside one rating, nevertheless it was nonetheless a tough half for the Wolverines. Illinois began the second half with a landing after pulling off a faux punt. Michigan reached the pink zone twice within the second half, however had a discipline purpose blocked and a cross picked off on the purpose line.

The Wolverines had a 3rd beginning quarterback for his or her seventh recreation. Head coach Sherrone Moore named seventh-year senior Jack Tuttle the starter this week after he got here in and changed a struggling Alex Orji in opposition to Washington. Tuttle completed 20-of-32 for 202 yards with one interception and one fumble misplaced.

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Michigan vs. Illinois recreation recap, highlights

3:14, 4Q: Michigan turns it over on downs trailing 21-7

That’ll in all probability do it. Michigan compelled one other fast punt from Illinois, however the Wolverines offense could not get something going once more. After choosing up one first down, Jack Tuttle was sacked on the following first down and proceeded to throw three straight incompletions to provide the ball again to the Illini.

7:58, 4Q: Jack Tuttle intercepted in pink zone, Michigan trails 21-7

The Wolverines simply had one other back-breaking turnover, this time on an interception within the pink zone. One play after changing a essential fourth-and-18 on a deep shot down the sideline to Colston Loveland, Tuttle threw it on to Illinois’ Matthew Bailey, who had a close to pick-6 taken off the board within the first half. Michigan transformed a third-and-13 together with the lengthy fourth down in one other lengthy drive, however got here away empty for the second straight journey to the pink zone.

0:27, 3Q: Dominic Zvada’s discipline purpose blocked, Michigan trails 21-7

A second kick was blocked, and this time it went in opposition to the Wolverines.

Michigan put collectively an eight-minute drive slowly marching down the sector after Illinois’ landing, however got here away with no factors after getting stopped inside the ten and the Illini blocking the following Zvada kick. Holder Tommy Doman appeared to have bother with the snap, and Zvada launched a line drive immediately into the road. Michigan as soon as once more had success on the bottom, however Jack Tuttle was sacked on third-and-goal to finish the drive.

9:16, 3Q: Luke Altmyer sneaks in for TD; Michigan trails 21-7

Michigan didn’t begin the second half properly.

The Wolverines went three-and-out on the primary possession after Jack Tuttle was sacked on third down, and Illinois took over at its personal 45 after a 36-yard punt from Tommy Doman. Illinois seemingly was about to punt it proper again to the Wolverines, however Bre Bielema dialed up a faux punt with a direct snap to Tanner Arkin, who gained 36 yards down inside Michigan’s 10-yard line. Illinois ran the ball in from there with Altmyer getting the ultimate stick with it a quarterback sneak from the 1. Illinois stored the offense on the sector and Altmyer hit Zakhari Franklin behind the tip zone to place the Illini up 14.

Halftime: Michigan blocks discipline purpose to maintain the deficit at 13-7

Illinois was in place to push the lead again out to 2 possessions on the break however security Makari Paige bought a hand on the kick to dam it. It’s the second straight recreation Michigan has blocked a kick and it retains the deficit at six regardless of all of Michigan’s first-half errors.

1:40, 2Q: Kalel Mullings scores TD on 4th-and-goal; Michigan trails 13-7

The Wolverines are on the board.

Michigan put collectively a 12-play, 72-yard drive that took over six minutes off the sport clock and ended with Mullings diving over a pile of our bodies into the tip zone. Mullings practically scored on the identical play on third-and-goal however bought stuffed on the road and the decision stood after a video assessment. Jack Tuttle accomplished all three passes on the drive, nevertheless it was primarily Mullings, who had eight carries, who was chargeable for getting Michigan on the scoreboard.

7:43, 2Q: Luke Altmyer hits Tanner Arkin for TD; Michigan trailing 13-0

Michigan’s protection could not get one other cease on a brief discipline after the turnover. Altmyer hit Zakhari Franklin for a primary down then scrambled for one to succeed in scoring vary, then he picked up one other first down together with his legs to succeed in the tip zone. He then discovered his tight finish, Arkin, on a nook route on a wonderfully lofted cross to the again pylon to beat Michigan’s safeties.

Cornerback Will Johnson has not been on the field for the Wolverines’ defense.

10:57, 2Q: Donovan Edwards fumbles, Illinois recovers

The wheels are falling off for the Wolverines. Michigan seemingly threw a pick-6 after Jack Tuttle hit Illinois’ safety in the chest like he was the intended target, but a defensive holding penalty briefly saved them. But, Tuttle fired an incomplete pass and Donovan Edwards had the ball punched loose on the next play on an off-tackle run and the Illini recovered at their own 46.

11:35, 2Q: Michigan holds Illinois to FG, trailing 6-0

Illinois quickly moved into the red zone with a first down run and a pass interference call against Aamir Hall on a fade route, but Michigan’s defense stood tall from there and forced two incompletions, and got off the field. David Olano hit the chip shot field goal to double the Illini’s lead.

14:12, 2Q: Jack Tuttle fumbles on scramble, Illinois recovers

The bad start for Michigan’s offense continues. Jack Tuttle tried to step up and escape pressure by scrambling to his left but Gabe Jacas punched the ball loose from behind and the Illini jumped all over the loose ball. Illinois’ offense took over at Michigan’s 38-yard line in a good position to add to their lead.

0:33, 1Q; Michigan defense gets fourth down stop

Illinois seemed poised to score after reaching the doorstep of the red zone, but the Wolverines came up with a tackle for loss on fourth-and-1 for a turnover on downs. Josaiah Stewart and Jaishawn Barham got into the backfield to pull down Josh McCray short of the line. Illinois reached scoring position after Aamir Hall committed pass interference on third down to wipe a potential stop off the board.

Michigan’s offense has gained 40 yards on 12 plays in the first quarter. The Wolverines do not look any better with Jack Tuttle, who has completed three of six passes for 11 yards.

12:07, 1Q: Illinois hits field goal on opening drive; Michigan trails 3-0

Illinois got the opening kickoff and put a field goal on the board after a seven-play, 46-yard drive. Aidan Laughery got loose for a 29-yard gain into Michigan territory for Illinois’ second first down, but Michigan’s defense forced an incompletion on third-and-3 to get off the field. David Olano hit the 47-yard field goal for the early lead.

• DB Aamir Hall (questionable)
• LB Jimmy Rolder (questionable)
• OT Myles Hinton (questionable)
• S Jaden Mangham (out)
• DL Enow Etta (out)
• LB Micah Pollard (out)
• S Rod Moore (out)
• DB Ja’Den McBurrows (season)
• RB Jordan Marshall (out)
• DT Rayshaun Benny (out)
• RB Leon Franklin (out)
• RB Bryson Kuzdzal (out)

Michigan vs. Illinois pregame reading

Michigan is coming off a bye and enters the pivotal matchup against Illinois needing a win to keep the chance of a fourth straight College Football Playoff appearance alive in the expanded 12-team era.

Michigan officially named Tuttle the starting quarterback after he went 10-for-18 for 98 yards with one touchdown and two turnovers after he entered in the second quarter. But the offense still focuses on the running back tandem of Kalel Mullings and Donovan Edwards, who have powered a rushing attack averaging 191.3 yards per game.

Illinois is coming off an overtime thriller, 50-49, against Purdue to move to 5-1 on the year and 2-1 in the conference. Bret Bielema’s squad has two wins over top-25 teams this season, with the only loss coming on the road to Penn State. Illinois has had success through the air, averaging 250 yards per game with quarterback Luke Altmyer, and a defense that had a strong start to the year before the Purdue game.

Illinois will honor the 100th anniversary of Red Grange running for six touchdowns against the Wolverines in the opening game in Memorial Stadium. The Illini are wearing throwback uniforms to honor the 1924 squad, full with helmets designed to appear to be leather-based.

Michigan vs. Illinois time right this moment

• Date: Saturday, Oct. 19.
• Time: 3:30 p.m. ET.
• The place: Memorial Stadium in Champaign, In poor health.

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What channel is Michigan vs. Illinois on right this moment?

CBS Sports activities’ A-team will name the sport, with longtime TV companions Brad Nessler and Gary Danielson protecting from the sales space at Memorial Stadium, with Jenny Dell reporting from the sidelines. Streaming choices to view Michigan vs. Illinois embody Paramount+, CBS’s subscription streaming service, and Fubo, which presents a free trial to new subscribers.

Michigan vs. Illinois predictions

Tony Garcia, Detroit Free Press: Michigan is a determined staff and there is no solution to faux that; however there’s additionally no faking what this recreation means to the Illini. For a mediocre program, on an anniversary weekend, to have an opportunity to slay the reigning champs and make an announcement on nationwide TV? Tuttle will assist U-M play complementary soccer, however the second means extra to Illinois. The choose: Illinois 23, U-M 20.

Michigan vs. Illinois betting odds

Recreation strains and odds from BetMGM as of Saturday:

• Unfold: Michigan by 3½ factors.
• Over/beneath: 44½ factors.
• Moneyline: Michigan -175; Illinois +145.

Michigan vs. Illinois damage updates

Michigan: Out: S Rod Moore (ACL), DB Ja’Den McBurrows (undisclosed), Questionable: S Jaden Mangham (undisclosed), LB Micah Pollard (undisclosed), edge Derrick Moore (undisclosed), CB Aamir Corridor (undisclosed), RB Jordan Marshall (decrease physique), LB Jimmy Rolder, RB Bryson Kuzdzal, RB Leon Franklin, OL Dominick Giudice and OL Myles Hinton.

Illinois (gamers who missed Week 7): WR Ashton Hollins, RB Kaden Faegin, LB Daniel Brown and OL Magnus Møller.

Michigan vs. Illinois climate replace

The climate is about for 71 levels and sunny at kickoff, with 6 mph winds in Champaign, Illinois.

Michigan soccer 2024 schedule

• Week 1: Aug. 31 vs. Fresno State, (W, 30-10)
• Week 2: Sept. 7: vs Texas, (L, 31-12)
• Week 3: Sept. 14 vs. Arkansas State, (W, 28-18)
• Week 4: Sept. 21 vs. USC, (W, 27-24)
• Week 5: Sept. 28 vs. Minnesota, (W, 27-24)
• Week 6: Oct. 5 at Washington, (L, 27-17)
• Week 7: Oct. 12, Bye
• Week 8: Oct. 19 at Illinois
• Week 9: Oct. 26 vs. Michigan State
• Week 10: Nov. 2 vs. Oregon
• Week 11: Nov. 9 at Indiana
• Week 12: Nov. 16, Bye
• Week 13: Nov. 23 vs. Northwestern
• Week 14: Nov. 30 at Ohio State

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Illinois soccer 2024 schedule

• Week 1: Aug. 29 vs. Japanese Illinois (W, 45-0)
• Week 2: Sept. 7 vs. Kansas, (W, 23-17)
• Week 3: Sept. 14 vs. Central Michigan, (W, 30-9)
• Week 4: Sept. 20 at Nebraska, (W, 31-24, OT)
• Week 5: Sept. 28 at Penn State, (L, 21-7)
• Week 6: Oct. 5, Bye
• Week 7: Oct. 12 vs. Purdue, (W, 50-49, OT)
• Week 8: Oct. 19 vs. Michigan
• Week 9: Oct. 26 at Oregon
• Week 10: Nov. 2 vs. Minnesota
• Week 11: Nov. 9, Bye
• Week 12: Nov. 16 vs. Michigan State
• Week 13: Nov. 23 at Rutgers
• Week 14: Nov. 30 at Northwestern

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Jared Ramsey is a sports activities reporter for the Detroit Free Press protecting town’s skilled groups, the state’s two flagship universities and extra. Observe Jared on X @jared_ramsey22, and e mail him at jramsey@freepress.com.

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