Luke Altmeyer accounted for two touchdowns, Leon Lowery Jr. recovered a fumble for a touchdown, and David Olano made three field goals, including the game-winner, in Illinois ' 30-28 win over Tennesse...

Tennessee place kicker Max Gilbert (90) kicks the ball during warm-ups at the 2025 Music City Bowl at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn., on Dec. 30, 2025.

The Fighting Illini (8-4) and Volunteers (8-4) are playing for the first time in the history of the two programs.