By Paul M. Banks and Paul Schmidt (PMB) Here we go, Land of Lincoln trophy on the line.... (PS) Illinois' offense looks anemic so far...great field position on their first two drives and no points to show for it. Jacob Charest has looked really, really sharp so far nice zip on his balls. The problem still lies in my guy Matt Eller, who missed a chip shot field goal for a … [Read more...] about Press Box Live Blog: NU-ILL
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Illini Win??!!?? Yes, You Read That Right!
By Paul Schmidt There's no one anywhere who predicted an Illinois win Saturday against Michigan. I'm about the biggest Illinois apologist that there is, and even I was urging you to bet against the Illini, and to lay 7 points while doing it! After a short amount of time, however, the glow of a great victory has waned and left two very poignant questions to be … [Read more...] about Illini Win??!!?? Yes, You Read That Right!
Illini Tailback Situation Part 1- Jason Ford and Mikel LeShoure
By Paul M. Banks Heading into this season the talk about the Illinois Fighting Illini program, certainly offensively at least, was about the passing game; and the stellar group of receivers that were allegedly one of the best position groups in the nation. There were lots of questions about the defense and the running game- the latter of which took a big step backward last … [Read more...] about Illini Tailback Situation Part 1- Jason Ford and Mikel LeShoure
Orange Juice (Williams) and Champaign
The Juice Williams Interview/Profile Part 1 By Paul M. Banks On May 10, 2005, Urban dictionary made “juice” the Urban Word of the Day and defined it as such “Respect and credibility on the street. A.K.A. Sauce “I can't be seen with them - they don't have juice.” Sounds like another word for power, connections, a big time reputation- something a star quarterback at a … [Read more...] about Orange Juice (Williams) and Champaign
Illini WRs Secret Weapon Michael Hoohoomanwanuii
The University of Illinois Wide Receiving Corps will be among the best in College Football this year. In this four part series, Paul M. Banks interviews and profiles each of the top four Illini pass catching threats. Part 3: Michael Hoohoomanwanuii Part 4: Arrelious “Rejus” Benn Michael Hoomanawanui, Illinois Height: 6-5. Weight: 274. Projected 40 Time: … [Read more...] about Illini WRs Secret Weapon Michael Hoohoomanwanuii