Are you ready for some Penn State football? The Nittany Lions are gearing up for their Big Ten season opener on the road against Illinois. It’s time for the Fighting Illini to face the scorching new starting quarterback, Drew Allar, and put Penn State’s highly regarded defense to the test. So, what channel is the Penn State game on? Let’s find out!
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Penn State (2-0) at Illinois (1-1)
Before we dive into the TV details, let’s quickly go over the key information for the game:
- When: Saturday, Sept. 16 at noon EDT
- Where: Memorial Stadium (60,670, Champaign, Illinois)
- Line: Penn State opens as a 15-point favorite
- Series: Penn State leads the all-time series, 20-6.
- Last meeting: Illinois def. No. 7 Penn State, 20-18, in an NCAA-record nine overtimes, on Oct. 23, 2021 in State College
Now, let’s move on to the most important question.
What Channel is Penn State vs. Illinois Saturday?
For those of you who prefer watching the game on TV, tune in to FOX to catch all the action. If you’re looking for a streaming option, you can try FUBO with their free trial. And if you prefer listening to the game on the radio, you can tune in to 99.5 FM, 103.7 FM, or 1450 AM. Sirius/XM users can catch the game on channels 82 and 80 respectively.
Gameday Weather Forecast
Before you settle in to watch the game, let’s take a quick look at the weather forecast in Champaign, Illinois. Expect cloudy skies with temperatures rising into the mid-70s. Don’t forget to grab your favorite Penn State gear and get ready to cheer on the Nittany Lions!
Penn State vs. Illinois Betting Odds
For those of you interested in adding some extra excitement to the game, here are the latest betting odds courtesy of SportsLine as of Thursday, Sept. 14:
- Spread: Penn State (-14.5)
- Over/under: 48.5 points
- Moneyline: Penn State -650, Illinois +463
Please remember to gamble responsibly and only bet what you can afford.
Penn State Week Preview Coverage
To get you even more pumped up for the game, here’s a sneak peek of the Penn State week preview coverage:
- ∎ Penn State scouting report, prediction vs. Illinois
- ∎ Why Kaytron Allen likes making people ‘fear me’
- ∎ What kind of leader is Drew Allar so far?
Nittany Lion items for Illinois
Before Penn State hits the field, here are a few interesting tidbits about the team:
- Road warriors: Penn State will open Big Ten action on the road for the 13th time in the last 14 years.
- Accurate Allar: Drew Allar has been impressive in his first two career starts, ranking sixth nationally in completion percentage with 78.2% and 16th in passing efficiency.
- Scoring streak: The Nittany Lions have scored at least 30 points in nine-straight games, the longest streak in the nation.
- Keeping the ball: Penn State held the ball for 42:22 in their last game against Delaware, their longest time of possession since 2007.
2023 Penn State Schedule
For all the die-hard Penn State fans out there, here’s a quick look at the upcoming schedule:
- Sept. 2 | WEST VIRGINIA | W, 38-15
- Sept. 9 | DELAWARE | W, 63-7
- Sept. 16 | @ Illinois | Noon | FOX | Memorial Stadium
- Sept. 23 | No. 24 IOWA | 7:30 | CBS | Beaver Stadium
- Sept. 30 | @ Northwestern | TBA | Ryan Field
- Oct. 14 | MASSACHUSETTS | 3:30 p.m. | TBA | Beaver Stadium
- Oct. 21 | @ No. 4 Ohio State | TBA | Ohio Stadium
- Oct. 28 | INDIANA | TBA | Beaver Stadium
- Nov. 4 | @ Maryland | TBA | SECU Stadium
- Nov. 11 | No. 2 MICHIGAN | Noon | FOX | Beaver Stadium
- Nov. 18 | RUTGERS | TBA | Beaver Stadium
- Nov. 24 | @Michigan State (Detroit) | 7:30 p.m. | NBC | Ford Field
2023 Illinois Schedule
And here’s a glance at Illinois’ upcoming schedule:
- Sept. 2 | TOLEDO | W, 30-28
- Sept. 8 | @ Kansas | L, 23-34
- Sept. 16 | PENN STATE | Noon | Memorial Stadium
- Sept. 23 | FLORIDA ATLANTIC | 3:30 p.m.
- Sept. 30 | @ Purdue | TBA
- Oct. 6 | NEBRASKA | 8 p.m.
- Oct. 14 | @ Maryland | TBA
- Oct. 21 | WISCONSIN | TBA
- Nov. 4 | @ Minnesota | TBA
- Nov. 11 | INDIANA | TBA
- Nov. 18 | @ Iowa | TBA
- Nov. 25 | NORTHWESTERN | TBA
So mark your calendars and get ready for an exciting season of Penn State football!
That’s all for now. Enjoy the game and cheer on your favorite team! And if you want to explore the world of “5 WS” (Who, What, When, Where, Why and How) even further, you can always visit 5ws.wiki for more engaging content.
