Illinois vs. UCLA prediction favors UCLA to win in college football Week 11 [2026]

Using innovative machine learning and statistical analysis, we have re-simulated the result of Illinois vs. UCLA, forming part of our college football predictions coverage.

Our leading predictive model currently gives UCLA a 79.4% chance of defeating Illinois. Our predicted final score has UCLA winning 29-18. According to our model, Illinois (+10.5) has a 50.5% chance of covering the spread, while the 48.5-point over/under has a 51.2% chance of staying under.

Latest betting odds

We have sourced the best college football odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

• Spread: Illinois +10.5 (-111) / UCLA -10.5 (+108)
• Moneyline: Illinois +355, UCLA -365
• Total: Over/Under 48.5 (+106/-111)

All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.

Model picks and best bet

After matching our predictions against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets in this matchup. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:

• Spread: UCLA -10.5 @ 48¢ via Novig
• Moneyline: UCLA @ 78¢ via Novig
• Total: Over 48.5 @ 48¢ via Novig

According to our college football best bets, the top play to make on this game is UCLA -10.5 at the spread.

These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the current available odds.

Game info & kickoff details

Friday's college football action between UCLA and Illinois at Rose Bowl is scheduled to commence at 9:00 PM ET.

• Who: Illinois vs. UCLA
• Date: Friday, November 13, 2026
• Time: 9:00 PM ET/6:00 PM PT
• Venue: Rose Bowl

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Conclusion

We predict UCLA, with a 79.4% win probability, will likely beat Illinois in Friday's college football matchup.

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This article's predictions and probabilities are generated by Dimers' proprietary college football prediction model. Our editorial team reviews the resulting content for accuracy and presentation before publication.