Quick answer
Illinois Fighting Illini defeated Northwestern Wildcats 20–13 in Week 14, 2025. Final score: Northwestern Wildcats 13, Illinois Fighting Illini 20.
Game summary
Illinois Fighting Illini beat Northwestern Wildcats 20–13 in Week 14 of the 2025 season.
- Scoring: 3 touchdowns, 4 field goals across 7 plays.
- Passing leader: #80 H.Beatty (Illinois) — 28.0 pass yds, +1.63 EPA/play.
- Receiving leader: #17 C.Dixon caught at NW25 — 1 rec, 35.0 yds.
- EPA edge: Illinois (-0.071/play) vs Northwestern (-0.186/play).
Line score
Final score and points by quarter.
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Northwestern Wildcats | 3 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 13 |
 Illinois Fighting Illini | 0 | 12 | 3 | 3 | 20 |
Scoring Map
Each pin marks a score on the field — TDs in the end zone, field goals near the kick line.
NUNorthwestern WildcatsField goal good from 38 yards
Rushing touchdown
#80 H.Eligon II caught at 00 catch for a touchdown (13 yards)
Rushing touchdown
Field goal good from 47 yards
Field goal good from 26 yards
Field goal good from 27 yards
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Scoring timeline
Chronological scoring plays — scroll to follow the game.
- Northwestern
Q1FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 21
- Score
- 3-0
Field goal good from 38 yards
- Illinois
Q2TD Points+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 3-6
Rushing touchdown
- Northwestern
Q2TD #H#80 H.Eligon II caught at 00Points+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 9-6
#80 H.Eligon II caught at 00 catch for a touchdown (13 yards)
- Illinois
Q2TD Points+6
- Yard line
- OPP EZ
- Score
- 9-12
Rushing touchdown
- Illinois
Q3FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 30
- Score
- 9-15
Field goal good from 47 yards
- Northwestern
Q4FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 9
- Score
- 12-15
Field goal good from 26 yards
- Illinois
Q4FG Points+3
- Yard line
- OPP 10
- Score
- 12-18
Field goal good from 27 yards
Stars of the game
Top passers, rushers, and receivers from cfbfastR play-by-play.
Passing
- #80 H.Beatty (Illinois) — 28.0 yds · +1.63 EPA/play +1.63 EPA
- ) No Huddle-Shotgun #8 P.Stone (Northwestern) — 28.0 yds · +0.24 EPA/play +0.96 EPA
- #9 L.Altmyer (Illinois) — 23.0 yds · -0.12 EPA/play -0.25 EPA
Receiving
- #17 C.Dixon caught at NW25 (Illinois) — 1 rec · 35.0 yds +1.80 EPA
- #85 T.Arkin caught at NW15 (Illinois) — 1 rec · 28.0 yds +1.63 EPA
- #13 H.Clement caught at NW39 (Illinois) — 1 rec · 21.0 yds +0.50 EPA
Quarterback report card
Attempts, efficiency, and EPA.
| Player | Team | Att | Cmp% | Yds | TD | EPA/play | Total EPA |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| #80 H.Beatty | Illinois | 1 | 100.0% | 28 | 0 | +1.63 | +1.63 |
| ) No Huddle-Shotgun #8 P.Stone | Northwestern | 4 | 50.0% | 28 | 0 | +0.24 | +0.96 |
| #9 L.Altmyer | Illinois | 2 | 100.0% | 23 | 0 | -0.12 | -0.25 |
| No Huddle-Shotgun #9 L.Altmyer | Illinois | 2 | 50.0% | 5 | 0 | -0.30 | -0.60 |
| No Huddle #8 P.Stone | Northwestern | 1 | 0.0% | -7 | 0 | -1.96 | -1.96 |
| Shotgun #9 L.Altmyer | Illinois | 12 | 58.3% | 112 | 0 | -0.46 | -5.48 |
Team EPA comparison
| Stat | Northwestern | Illinois |
|---|---|---|
| Plays | 64 | 51 |
| EPA / play | -0.186 | -0.071 |
| Total EPA | -11.91 | -3.64 |
| Success rate | 39.1% | 51.0% |
| Pass EPA / play | -0.179 | -0.276 |
| Rush EPA / play | -0.197 | +0.031 |
| Yards | 280 | 319 |
Drive chart
Key possessions and results.
| Qtr | Offense | Plays | Yards | EPA | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q1 | Illinois | 9 | 65 | -3.26 | Ended |
| Q1 | Northwestern | 14 | 63 | +3.56 | Field goal |
| Q1 | Illinois | 6 | 55 | +4.64 | Rush TD |
| Q2 | Illinois | 1 | 28 | +1.63 | Ended |
| Q2 | Northwestern | 10 | 65 | +6.02 | Pass TD |
| Q2 | Illinois | 6 | 19 | -0.97 | Punt |
| Q2 | Northwestern | 4 | 11 | -2.61 | Interception |
| Q2 | Illinois | 4 | 33 | +4.60 | Rush TD |
| Q2 | Northwestern | 1 | 7 | -0.75 | Ended |
| Q3 | Northwestern | 3 | 3 | -2.90 | Punt |
| Q3 | Illinois | 7 | 76 | +3.85 | Field goal |
| Q3 | Northwestern | 3 | -7 | -3.39 | Ended |
| Q3 | Illinois | 5 | 20 | -1.55 | Punt |
| Q3 | Northwestern | 10 | 48 | +1.70 | Fumble |
| Q4 | Illinois | 3 | 5 | -5.76 | Fumble |
| Q4 | Northwestern | 3 | -2 | -3.48 | Field goal |
Biggest EPA swings
- Q4 · Northwestern Wildcats · Shotgun #8 P.Stone pass intercepted (-5.72 EPA)
- Q1 · Illinois Fighting Illini · Shotgun #9 L.Altmyer to #17 C.Dixon thrown to NW07 broken up by #13 J.Fussell — Pass Incompletion (no gain) (-4.68 EPA)
- Q2 · Northwestern Wildcats · #80 H.Eligon II caught at 00 catch for a touchdown (13 yards) (+4.12 EPA)
- Q4 · Illinois Fighting Illini · Fumble (-3.64 EPA)
- Q1 · Northwestern Wildcats · Rush (4th & 1) (+3.08 EPA)
- Q2 · Illinois Fighting Illini · Rush (1st & 10) (+3.0 EPA)
- Q1 · Northwestern Wildcats · Shotgun #8 P.Stone pass to #84 H.Welcing caught at 24 for 5 yards (4th & 3) (+2.95 EPA)
- Q4 · Northwestern Wildcats · Fumble (-2.89 EPA)
Key takeaways
- Illinois Fighting Illini controlled the final (20–13) in Week 14.
- Passing edge: #80 H.Beatty (Illinois) — 28.0 yds.
- EPA edge: Illinois at -0.071 EPA/play.
- Full EPA, scoring map, and play-by-play live in CFB Analytics Box & Scores.
Frequently asked questions
What was the final score of Northwestern Wildcats vs Illinois Fighting Illini?
Northwestern Wildcats 13, Illinois Fighting Illini 20 in Week 14 of the 2025 college football season.
Who won Northwestern Wildcats vs Illinois Fighting Illini?
Illinois Fighting Illini won with a final score of 13–20.
Where can I find the Northwestern Wildcats vs Illinois Fighting Illini box score?
See EPA, scoring timeline, and full play-by-play on FantasyHQ CFB Analytics: /cfb-analytics?game=401752922.
Who led Northwestern Wildcats vs Illinois Fighting Illini in passing?
#80 H.Beatty (Illinois) led passers with 28.0 yards.
Full analytics box score
Explore every snap, drive chart, and the interactive scoring map for Northwestern Wildcats at Illinois Fighting Illini in FantasyHQ CFB Analytics Box & Scores.
Season records after this game
Northwestern Wildcats
Entered 7-5 Now 7-6 L
Illinois Fighting Illini
Entered 8-4 Now 9-4 W
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