Country’s biggest stars, including Jason Aldean and Lainey Wilson, will come together to celebrate the end of 2025 and ring in 2026 during CBS’ annual New Year’s Eve Live: Nashville’s Big Bash.

Luke Altmeyer accounted for two touchdowns, Leon Lowery Jr. recovered a fumble for a touchdown, and David Olano made three field goals, including the game-winner, in Illinois’ 30-28 win over Tennessee

Tennessee place kicker Max Gilbert (90) kicks the ball during warm-ups at the 2025 Music City Bowl at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn., on Dec. 30, 2025.

It took a miracle kickoff return by freshman Joakim Dodson for Tennessee to have a shot late, but that still ended up not being enough.