Leathernecks vs Fighting Illini

Leathernecks vs Fighting Illini played on August 29, 2025. Final score: Leathernecks 3 - Fighting Illini 52. Week 1. Fan ratings and discussion on RateGame.

Top fan take from @Landon: “Who approved of this game and the Leatherneckes as a name for a school. ”

Venue: Memorial Stadium (Champaign, IL)