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Miles Scott scores electric pick-6, jumpstarts comeback for Illinois
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Miles Scott housed an interception during the second half of Saturday’s game. Illinois found themselves in a hole and Scott attempted to dig his team out.
Scott jumped in front of the Toledo wideout and took the interception back for a huge score. After that, the comeback was on for the Fighting Illini.
IT’S A PICK SIX FOR @IlliniFootball ❗🚨
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— Big Ten Football (@B1Gfootball) September 3, 2023
Following the defensive touchdown from Scott, Luke Altmyer connected with Pat Bryant for a 4-yard touchdown to put the Fighting Illini back in front.
Update: @IlliniFootball takes the lead thanks to @duvalpat3. 💪
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— Big Ten Football (@B1Gfootball) September 3, 2023
Shortly after his first TD for Illinois, Altmyer hit Bryant again for another score. The other one went for nine yards.
ILLINOIS TACKS ON SIX MORE 💪
Altmyer and Bryant connect once again! pic.twitter.com/CMqbopSnLF
— FOX College Football (@CFBONFOX) September 3, 2023
Illinois is adjusting to having a new face at quarterback as Tommy Devito is now in the NFL. Altmyer showed why Bret Bielema named the transfer as Illinois’ starting quarterback. The Ole Miss transfer is making plays with both his arms and legs against the Rockets.
Can Illinois hang on?
Grant Bricker covers the B1G for Saturday Tradition. His previous stops include the Williamson Homepage and Nashville Post.