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Western Michigan at Illinois
Sep 24, 2011 • Completed
Away
Western Michigan
Mid-American

Final Score
20 - 23

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50%
Precipitation
0.00 in
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Game Story
Illinois edges Western Michigan 23-20
Illinois finished ahead of Western Michigan 23-20 on Sep 24, 2011. The result came in week 4 of the 2011 season.
Illinois finished ahead of Western Michigan 23-20 on Sep 24, 2011. The result came in week 4 of the 2011 season.
Illinois built the decisive edge with a 3-point margin, turning the box score into a one-possession finish.
The statistical profile was led by total yards: Illinois 463; Western Michigan 341. Another key split was passing yards: Illinois 184; Western Michigan 320.
Stat Callouts
Total yards
Illinois 463; Western Michigan 341
Passing yards
Illinois 184; Western Michigan 320
Rushing yards
Illinois 296; Western Michigan 35
Turnovers
Illinois 2; Western Michigan 1
First downs
Illinois 21; Western Michigan 17
Possession time
Illinois 21:21; Western Michigan 15:19
Third downs
Illinois 8-18; Western Michigan 4-15
Completions-attempts
Illinois 17-26; Western Michigan 30-48
Analysis
Game Breakdown
| Statistic | Illinois | Western Michigan |
|---|---|---|
| Total Yards | 463 | 341 |
| Passing Yards | 184 | 320 |
| Rushing Yards | 296 | 35 |
| First Downs | 21 | 17 |
| Third Down Efficiency | 8-18 | 4-15 |
| Fourth Down Efficiency | 0-3 | 3-3 |
| Total Penalties (Yards) | 5-55 | 8-59 |
| Turnovers | 2 | 1 |
| Completions / Attempts | 17-26 | 30-48 |
| Rushing Attempts | 52 | 21 |
| Passing TDs | 1 | 2 |
| Rushing TDs | 1 | 0 |
| Kicking Points | 11 | 8 |
| Possession Time | 21:21 | 15:19 |