The Illini (5-2) and Huskies (5-2) have identical records and similar firepower, so who does our Illinois on SI staff give the edge to Saturday?

No. 23 Illinois travels to Washington for a Big Ten showdown. Can the Illini get back on track? Here are our predictions.

Saturday, No. 23 Illinois will make its first trip to Seattle's Husky Stadium since UW joined the conference. Kickoff is set for 2:30 p.m. Central Time.

FOX's Joel Klatt gave his prediction for Saturday's Big Ten matchup between the Illinois Fighting Illini and Washington Huskies.

Illinois vs Washington preview, prediction, and betting lines. Both the Illini and Huskies are just on the second tier of Big Ten teams, with the winner staying alive for a possible CFP spot.

UW and Illinois feel in a way like reflections of each other entering Saturday's showdown. Here's what to watch in the game.

Illinois, ranked No. 23 in USLBM Coaches Poll, heads on the road to play Washington on Saturday in a Week 9 college football game. The game will air on Big Ten Network. You can stream on Fubo ( free trial available ). The Fighting Illini and Huskies kick off at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday at Husky Stadium in Seattle, Washington.

Washington was defeated by Michigan 24-7 on Saturday, Oct. 18. Williams led Washington with 209 yards on 20-of-32 passing (62.5%) for no touchdowns and three interceptions. Coleman had 50 rushing yards on 16 carries and one touchdown, adding three receptions for 41 yards. Boston had four receptions for 71 yards.