College Football Odds: Iowa vs. Illinois prediction, odds and pick

Iowa and Illinois are playing each other in Week 6. Iowa needs a quarterback, but they have a good defense. Illinois has a defense that has played well this season. Wisconsin fired Paul Chryst after a 34-10 loss to Illinois. The over-under for the game is low. If Illinois can win the match, they will have chance to win Big Ten West. Other teams in the division will be surprised. They will play against Ohio State or Michigan in this year's Big Tens Championship Game. The game will take place in Madison. It will also be played at Wisconsin's stadium.

Iowa's defense is going to lock down the Illinois offense. Iowa can win the game by avoiding mistakes. Iowa's offense and special teams can do the work if the offense, defense and defense avoid stumbles.

Illinois has a good defense coached by Ryan Walters. Iowa has an excellent defense, but their quarterback Spencer Petras has the chance to make a big mistake and lose the game.

Illinois is underdogs against Iowa. The defenses are going to feast in this game.

Iowa is favored by 3.5 points over Illinois.