The Illini barely defeated Toledo 30-28 in week one, then lost 34-23 at Kansas last week.
For the third-straight week, our staff unanimously predicted the Nittany Lions to remain undefeated.
While James Franklin already has "Ima Boss" as his gamday entrance song, our staff suggested some better options.
Saturday will mark the 27th battle between Penn State and Illinois, and the first since the infamous nine-overtime duel in 2021.
"You're the only position that can't mess up. Even if it's a bad snap, you have to come back and have a perfect one the next time."
Five true freshmen have seen the field during both of Penn State's opening matchups, potentially heading toward burning redshirt statuses.