Conference Big Ten Conference Head coach Ray Eliot (15th year) Captain James Minor | 1956 record 2–5–2 (1–4–2 Big Ten) MVP Dave Walker Home stadium Memorial Stadium | |
The 1956 Illinois Fighting Illini football team was an American football team that represented the University of Illinois during the 1956 Big Ten Conference football season. In their 15th year under head coach Ray Eliot, the Illini compiled a 2–5–2 record and finished in a tie for seventh place in the Big Ten Conference.
Awards and statistics
Halfback Abe Woodson was selected as a first-team All-Big Ten player by both the Associated Press and United Press. Woodson was drafted in the second round, 15th overall pick, of the 1957 NFL Draft.
Guard Dave Walker was selected as the team's most valuable player.
Illinois' statistical leaders in 1956 included Hiles Stout with 278 passing yards, Abe Woodson with 599 rushing yards, and Woodson with 257 receiving yards.
References
1956 Illinois Fighting Illini football team Wikipedia(Text) CC BY-SA