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**UAB opens as heavy underdog vs. Illinois Saturday — here's where things stand.** - **UAB Soccer:** Kim's goal secured a 1-0 road win at Mercer to open the season - **UAB Football:** Blazers shift full focus to Illinois as game week officially arrives - **UAB vs. Illinois:** Oddsmakers list UAB as a significant underdog in Saturday's season opener - **Spread watch:** Multiple outlets questioning whether Illinois can cover against the Blazers - **Key matchup:** Sports Illustrated highlights players to watch as both programs open 2024 **Watch for UAB's first offensive showing of the football season Saturday against Illinois.** The lineup's set. Drop in.