Illinois (9-4, 5-4 Big Ten) defeated No. 23 Tennessee (8-5, 4-4 SEC) 30-28 in the Liberty Mutual Music City Bowl at Nissan Stadium. Tennessee managed 278 total yards, with DeSean Bishop leading in rushing with 93 yards and two touchdowns, while Joey Aguilar threw for 121 yards and a rushing touchdown. Illinois outperformed with 417 yards, led by Luke Altmyer’s 196 passing yards and one touchdown. A crucial 94-yard kickoff return touchdown by Joakim Dodson helped close the gap for Tennessee.
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