Illinois 17 Washington 7
Jim Owens finally discovers what its like to lose in the Rose Bowl as Pete Elliott, who lost as a Western coach at California in 1959, returns with an Illinois team (7-1-1) that defeats Washington (6-4) by a 17-7 margin. Washington first loses starting quarterback Bill Douglas by injury, then sees replacement Bill Siler throw three interceptions and fumble twice. Dave Kopay scores for Washington, but a Jim Plankenhorn field goal and Jim Warren touchdown give the Illini a lead that Jim Grabowski fattens with a 125-yard day and a clinching touchdown.