The Illinois football team forced a sea of turnovers against Duke on Saturday, en route to an impressive victory. Illinois defeated Duke 45-19, and the team is moving up the rankings as a result. The Fighting Illini are now in the top 10 of the Associated Press College Football poll. The squad is ranked no. 9, per the poll.

This is the highest ranking for the team in the AP poll since 2001, per the school. The Fighting Illini are 2-0 on the season.

Illinois is getting praise this season from several analysts and pundits, due to their play. The squad forced five turnovers against Duke, including four fumbles.

“It tells a lot being able to come out there and finish the job, especially away and how we did. It's definitely a positive thing for the team,” Illinois defensive back Matt

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