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UAB lost 42-23 at Illinois after building several lengthy early drives. The recap follows Ryder Burton's connections with CJ Smith and Rod Robinson II, Jonah Delange's field goals, and the explosive Illinois plays that shaped the Thursday-night game.
Read at UAB AthleticsUAB's Illinois preview introduces Alex Mortensen's first full campaign after his interim stint in 2025. The Blazers opened on the road for the first time since 2013, with the guide gathering team context and details for the programs' first meeting.
Read at UAB AthleticsUAB used its second fall scrimmage to test specific down, distance, and field-position scenarios. Tight ends were involved in the passing game, and Marlin Dean led a productive pass rush as Alex Mortensen assessed progress and fundamentals still needing work.
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