FILE - At left, in an Oct. 7, 2017, file photo, Illinois running back Reggie Corbin (2) runs from Iowa defensive back Brandon Snyder during the first half of an NCAA college football game, in Iowa City, Iowa. At right, in an Oct. 13, 2018, file photo, Maryland running back Ty Johnson rushes the ball in the first half of an NCAA college football game against Rutgers, in College Park, Md. When Illinois and Maryland meet on the football field for the first time Saturday, they will find the similarities in the teams run deep _ with emphasis on the word “run.” Led by junior Reggie Corbin, who averages 7.89 yards per carry, Illinois ranks third in the Big Ten with an average of 226.1 yards rushing per game. Maryland, behind the versatile Ty Johnson, is one notch back with 219.9.(AP Photo/File)

Maryland quarterback Kasim Hill throws to a receiver in the first half of an NCAA college football game against Illinois, Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

Illinois quarterback M.J. Rivers II throws to a receiver in the first half of an NCAA college football game against Maryland, Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

Illinois quarterback M.J. Rivers II (8) is tended to after being injured on a play in the first half of an NCAA college football game against Maryland, Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

Illinois quarterback M.J. Rivers II (8) walks off the field after being injured on a play in the first half of an NCAA college football game against Maryland, Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

Illinois quarterback M.J. Rivers II (8) throws to a receiver as he is pressured by Maryland linebacker Tre Watson (33) in the first half of an NCAA college football game against Maryland, Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018, in College Park, Md. Watson was ejected from the game for targeting Rivers on the play. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

Maryland wide receiver Jahrvis Davenport scores a touchdown in the first half of an NCAA college football game against Illinois, Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

Maryland running back Javon Leake (20) rushes past a group of Illinois defenders for a touchdown in the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

Maryland wide receiver Jeshaun Jones, left, rushes the ball against a group of Illinois defenders in the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

Illinois wide receiver Trenard Davis (15) is unable to make a catch for a touchdown in the end zone in the first half of an NCAA college football game against Maryland, Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

Maryland players gather at a No. 79 painted on the field in remembrance of offensive lineman Jordan McNair, who died after collapsing on a practice field during a spring practice, before an NCAA college football game against Illinois, Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

Maryland defensive backs Antwaine Richardson, left, and Antoine Brooks Jr. chase after Illinois running back Reggie Corbin as he rushes the ball in the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

Illinois quarterback M.J. Rivers II walks off the field after not being able to convert for a new set of downs in the first half of an NCAA college football game against Maryland, Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

A group of Maryland defenders tackle Illinois wide receiver Jordan Holmes as he rushes the ball in the first half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

Maryland interim head coach Matt Canada, at right in gray, stands on the sideline in the first half of an NCAA college football game against Illinois, Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

Maryland tight end Chigoziem Okonkwo, right, rushes past Illinois defensive backs Michael Marchese (42) and Kendall Smith for a touchdown in the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

Maryland tight end Chigoziem Okonkwo, top center, celebrates his touchdown with teammates Evan Gregory (52) and Jack Wagman in the second half of an NCAA college football game, Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

Maryland running back Tayon Fleet-Davis celebrates after an NCAA college football game against Illinois, Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018, in College Park, Md. Maryland won 63-33. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

Illinois head coach Lovie Smith walks off the field after an NCAA college football game against Maryland, Saturday, Oct. 27, 2018, in College Park, Md. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky)

FILE - In this Oct. 27, 2018, file photo, Maryland interim coach Matt Canada speaks with players during a timeout in the first half of the team's NCAA college football game against Illinois in College Park, Md. Maryland hosts Michigan State on Saturday. Maryland is within a victory of becoming bowl eligible. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky, File)

FILE - In this Oct. 27, 2018, file photo, Maryland players gather at a No. 79 painted on the field in remembrance of offensive lineman Jordan McNair, who died after collapsing on a practice field during a spring practice, before an NCAA college football game against Illinois, in College Park, Md. Of all the things on the checklist of Maryland football coach Michael Locksley, none are more pressing than forming a bond with players who in 2018 dealt with the death of a teammate and the subsequent whirlwind of activity that transpired on and off the field. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky, File)