Illinois, Citrus Bowl and South Carolina

Late heroics lift Illinois past South Carolina in Cheez-It Citrus Bowl
The Illini rallied three times before overcoming the Gamecocks in the Cheez-It Citrus Bowl thanks to two touchdowns by Josh McCray.
Citrus Bowl updates in Orlando: South Carolina falls to Illinois
It’s gameday in the Sunshine State, and there’s a lot on the line for the South Carolina Gamecocks in the Cheez-It Citrus Bowl. South Carolina (9-3) is trying to win its 10th football game in a season for the fifth time ever.
No. 21 Illinois beats No. 14 South Carolina 21-17 in the Citrus Bowl for its 10th win of the season
Josh McCray scored his second touchdown of the game on a 9-yard run midway through the fourth quarter to give No. 21 Illinois the lead, and the Illini held on to beat No. 14 South Carolina 21-17 in the Cheez-It Citrus Bowl.
Illinois Football Citrus Bowl Report Card: Grades vs. South Carolina
Considering the Big Ten finish expected of Illinois in the preseason (No. 14 out of 18 teams), a 10-win season culminating in a Citrus Bowl win would seem to make a final-game report card sort of superfluous.
'Really a big deal': Illini win thriller in Citrus Bowl
Josh McCray's two touchdowns and a strong defense led Illinois to a 21-17 victory over South Carolina in the Citrus Bowl.
Illinois football 2024: Every story from Illini run to Citrus Bowl title
Illinois had a historic 2024 college football season, winning 10 games including the Citrus Bowl. Every story about coach Bret Bielema and the Illini.
Illinois outlast South Carolina to win Cheez-It Citrus Bowl
Illinois wins a back-and-forth matchup with South Carolina to take home the Cheez-It Citrus Bowl crown.
Tipsheet: Emotions run high as Illinois beats South Carolina in Citrus Bowl
The Fighting Illini earned a spirited victory over South Carolina Tuesday, proving that the non-CFP bowls really do mean something.
Tuesday's college football: Illinois tops South Carolina in Citrus Bowl for 10th win
Illinois' defense helped seal the win by stopping South Carolina with a little more than three minutes remaining.
A spicy Citrus Bowl: South Carolina falls to Illinois in tension-filled game
His eyes bulged and his veins popped as he shouted and pointed across the field, trying to charge forward as as staffer and strength coach restrained the 47-year old South Carolina head coach. In the season finale of his fourth season as South Carolina’s head coach,
Cheez-It Citrus Bowl a boon for Orlando tourism
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Citrus Bowl updates from Orlando: South Carolina goes for 10th win vs. Illinois
South Carolina head coach Shane Beamer waves to supporters after arriving for the Cheez-It Citrus Bowl at Camping World ...
LaNorris Sellers talks Citrus Bowl in Orlando, expectations for 2025 and beyond
The South Carolina football team is in Orlando for the Cheez-It Citrus Bowl. The Gamecocks are practicing in the Sunshine ...
More than $35 million in economic revenue expected from massive crowds at Cheez-it Citrus Bowl
Thousands of South Carolina and Illinois fans made cross-country trips to Orlando for the annual Cheez-it Citrus Bowl.
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Illini arrive in Orlando for Citrus Bowl, balancing fun and prep for South Carolina clash
And we’re just days away from the Citrus Bowl. No. 20 Illinois is taking on No. 15 South Carolina.Kickoff isn’t until ...
Couple Gets Married at Citrus Bowl in Cheez-It Themed Wedding — See the Custom Orange Cake and Cracker Ring! (Exclusive)
Football Fantaseez' winners Erin Doolin and Erik Yakes got married during a commercial timeout at the Cheez-It Citrus Bowl in ...