The Illini had an off-week after the 24-0 thrashing by the Wisconsin Badgers, but travel to Happy Valley to face No. 7 Penn State, which is favored by 24 points.
Let's see how the predictions turn out. It's time to see if anyone has a crystal ball that works when it comes to the IlliniGuys staff.
| IlliniGuy | Prediction | Season Record |
| Larry Smith | Illinois 16-10 | 4-4 |
| Brad Sturdy | Illinois 24-17 | 4-4 |
| Mike Cagley | Illinois 19-6 | 3-5 |
| Kedric Prince | Rutgers 21-9 | 5-3 |
| Matt Stevens | Illinois 24-20 | 5-3 |
| Brandon Wildman | Illinois 27-20 | 5-3 |
| Connor Cagley | Illinois 20-17 | 5-3 |
| Steve Sturm | Illinois 27-20 | 6-2 |
| Patrick Quinn | Rutgers 17-9 | 4-4 |
| Kirkland Chappell | Illinois 24-14 | 3-5 |
| Shannon Denny | Illinois 22-10 | 6-2 |
| IlliniGuy Chris | Illinois 27-17 | 4-4 |
| IlliniGuy Karl | Rutgers 21-7 | 3-5 |
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