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Illini notebook: Strong debut for Durojaiye, consistency in the running game, and more

head shot meby: Doug Bucshon09/01/25IllinoisRivals
NCAA Football: Western Illinois at Illinois
Aug 29, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini running back Ca'Lil Valentine (5) stiff arms Western Illinois Leathernecks defensive back Christian Pierce (3) during the second half at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images