I have, but I don't bet regularly.
Here are some facts from:
https://betiq.teamrankings.com/coll...rends/custom-trend-tool/?select_team=Illinois
Since after the Wisconsin game bye week last year when Walter's defensive scheme truly clicked in, the Illini have covered 5 of the last 6 games, beating the spread by an average of 19 in the covers.
Someday Vegas bettors will figure out the Illini truly have a very good defense and also now finally a competent QB (and coaching) to go with their running game. For this one, I think the road effect is canceled by the advantage of playing a game already. Illinois should be a 14 pt favorite, and I won't be surprised if it's a blowout.