Illinois at Penn State 10/23/21 - College Football Picks & Predictions

The chill is in the air and the smell of fall are consuming our senses. We here in America know that's a tell tale sign of college football. This Saturday October 23rd, the Illinois Fighting Illini visit Beaver Stadium to take on the Penn State University Nittany Lions in University Park, PA at noon eastern. This battle between these two Big Ten rivals will leave no love lost, so prepare to be entertained. We've got you covered on all the best betting angles here at Picks and Parlays, your leader in free sports betting picks!

The Illinois Fighting Illini after a good start in the season opener haven't been able to reproduce that same succes since, going 1-5 in their last 6 games for a 2-5 record on the season. The Illini are averaging 160 passing yards, 145 rushing yards and 11.5 points when playing on the road. Defensively the Illini allow 350 passing yards, 85 rushing yards and 27.5 points when playing on the road.

The Penn State Nittany Lions, with only one loss on the season at 5-1, can't afford anymore hiccups thruout the remainder of the season. With playoff hopes well in site, if they can win out, the Lions will definitely not look past this matchup against the Illini. The Nittany Lions are averaging 295 passing yards, 155 rushing yards and 33 points per get when playing at home. Defensively theions allow 207 passing yards, 94 rushing yards and 12 points per game when playing at home.