Rutgers wide receiver KJ Duff (8) makes a catch for a first down as Illinois defensive back Torrie Cox Jr. (5) makes the tackle during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, in Piscataway, N.J. (AP Photo/Rich Schultz)

Rutgers quarterback Athan Kaliakmanis (16) celebrates his rushing touchdown against Illinois with wide receiver Dymere Miller (0) during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, in Piscataway, N.J. (AP Photo/Rich Schultz)

Rutgers quarterback Athan Kaliakmanis attempts a pass against Illinois during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, in Piscataway, N.J. (AP Photo/Rich Schultz)

Illinois wide receiver Zakhari Franklin (4) can't maintain control of the ball as Rutgers defensive back Bo Mascoe (3) defends during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, in Piscataway, N.J. (AP Photo/Rich Schultz)

Rutgers running back Kyle Monangai (5) is tackled by Illinois defensive back Matthew Bailey (7) during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, in Piscataway, N.J. (AP Photo/Rich Schultz)

Illinois wide receiver Hank Beatty (80) is congratulated by running back Josh McCray (6) after making a touchdown catch against Rutgers during the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, in Piscataway, N.J. (AP Photo/Rich Schultz)

Rutgers quarterback Athan Kaliakmanis (16) gestures after running for a touchdown against the Illinois during the first half of an NCAA college football game Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024, in Piscataway, N.J. (AP Photo/Rich Schultz)