Before the game, let's explain Illinois' throwback jerseys and revisit ... Grange's big game came in 1924. Back then, football players wore helmets made out of leather without facemasks.

Nearly five months on from Illinois football’s 100-year anniversary celebration – which included a 21-7 win over Michigan and tributes to the program, to its legends of the past and to ...

Social media is buzzing after some epic throwback uniforms were unveiled by the Illinois football team ... The unique uniforms feature a standout helmet made to look like an old school leather ...

It's safe to assume that Illinois, having already celebrated its Rededication Game in October against Michigan, the helmet choice ... turnaround of Illinois football over the past four seasons.

Nearly five months on from Illinois ... Grange-themed throwback uniforms. UNISWAG Throwback Uniform of the YearThe fans voted @IlliniFootball the winner of the best college football throwback ...