The Illini are coming off of being lit up by a focused Virginia Cavaliers team. Will Illinois be able to reverse their course by winning a game at home against another formidable opponent with a dangerous quarterback.
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 | Maryland 34-17 | 2-1 |
| Brad Sturdy | Maryland 42-27 | 1-2 |
| Mike Cagley | Illinois 34-30 | 1-2 |
| Kedric Prince | Maryland 37-21 | 2-1 |
| Matt Stevens | Maryland 42-24 | 1-2 |
| Brandon Wildman | Maryland 45-31 | 2-1 |
| Connor Cagley | Maryland 34-24 | 1-2 |
| Steve Sturm | Maryland 30-24 | 2-1 |
| Patrick Quinn | Maryland 31-23 | 1-2 |
| Kirkland Chappell | Illinois 21-17 | 1-2 |
| Shannon Denny | Maryland 37-27 | 2-1 |
| IlliniGuy Chris | Maryland 48-24 | 0-3 |
| IlliniGuy Karl | Illinois 31-28 | 1-2 |
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