Physical offensive line play helped propel Illinois past Oregon

Oct. 28—CHAMPAIGN — Illinois' first play Saturday against Oregon was, on its face, not all that special. It was simple, basic football. Quarterback Michael Clayton II received the shotgun snap from starting center Jake Renfro, turned slightly and handed the ball off to Aidan Laughery. The result was a 4-yard rush from the fifth-year running back up the middle of the field. It was, however, a ...