Kante takes it to the crib for first career touchdown

CHAMPAIGN, IL — The fifth-year linebacker started out the season hot, after a muffed pass from QB Ryder Burton ended up right in the linebackers’ hands. There was nothing but green pastures Infront of him and an orange endzone calling his name.

On top of this 59-yard pick six, the JUCO standout ended his night at Gies Memorial Stadium with six total tackles, including two solo’s in Illinois 42-23 win against the UAB Blazers.