Pregame: Illinois at Arizona State, Saturday, September 8th, 9:30pm CT, ESPN

RyanK · Sep 8, 2012, 02:08 PM

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Originally Posted by Sure Shot

If Nate doesn't play, they might not need any.

Crazy the O/U was like 48.5 this week. I don't see it, but Vegas is usually pretty close.

Dan · Sep 8, 2012, 02:14 PM

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Uniform tweak for #Illini. They'll have navy blue facemasks for tonight's game at #ASU: http://twitpic.com/asih52 . #ILLvsASU

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Juice · Sep 8, 2012, 02:15 PM

Was just about to post that. I like it.

Dan · Sep 8, 2012, 02:18 PM

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#Illini had a walkthrough in the Marriott parking lot earlier. Needed to stretch the legs a bit with a late game. http://twitpic.com/asimaq

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Sure Shot · Sep 8, 2012, 02:23 PM

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Originally Posted by RyanK

Crazy the O/U was like 48.5 this week. I don't see it, but Vegas is usually pretty close.

I heard it got as high as 50. They had no way to know what the QB situation is.

Unless the wheels totally fall off for us tonight, under 50 is free money now.

DaytonIllini · Sep 8, 2012, 02:52 PM

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Originally Posted by illinois_hustle

I don't understand this whole ROT vs Nate thing. If Nate is healthy he'll play -- he's our #1 QB. If he proves unhealthy, or needs a rest, or they want to give teams a different look, ROT will play. I'm sure the coaching staffs know the strengths of each and are much better positioned to call the plays needed to maximize the positives of these differences.

I don't value the strong opinions of posters with <20 posts about ROT's dominance over Nate. Makes me think it's the same guy in a basement going nuts with his new, cool smartphone.

You are misreading the discussion I think. I haven't seen anyone claim that ROT is better than Nate. The question is ROT vs. Miles Osei. I am pretty sure everyone would prefer to see Nathan on the field except the ASU defensive coordinator.

Dan · Sep 8, 2012, 03:28 PM

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Its gameday http://pic.twitter.com/nXJ6a9gJ

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GilThorpe · Sep 8, 2012, 03:36 PM

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Originally Posted by RyanK

Crazy the O/U was like 48.5 this week. I don't see it, but Vegas is usually pretty close.

they have no idea where the total points socred is going to end up they just know where to set it so that equal money gets bet on both sides

RyanK · Sep 8, 2012, 03:56 PM

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Originally Posted by GilThorpe

they have no idea where the total points socred is going to end up they just know where to set it so that equal money gets bet on both sides

Yeah I know. You'd have to be crazy to take the over, though. Seems like easy money.

PeoriaChief · Sep 8, 2012, 04:12 PM

Wondering why we didn't put them on for last weeks game since we wore all blue.

illiniguy24 · Sep 8, 2012, 04:17 PM

I have faith in both of our backups to get this one done. I think our defense can win this one, all we need is a couple big plays on offense.

Sure Shot · Sep 8, 2012, 04:21 PM

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Originally Posted by GilThorpe

they have no idea where the total points socred is going to end up they just know where to set it so that equal money gets bet on both sides

Yeah, but there's not going to be much square money on a random over-under between two unranked teams.

The "Vegas only puts the line where they'll get equal money" adage is incredibly overused, and not even true in many cases.

Juice · Sep 8, 2012, 04:45 PM

Supinie tweeted that it was cloudy and not too hot in Tempe today, said its perfect football weather. So that's a plus I guess

99Devil · Sep 8, 2012, 05:01 PM

Hey guys right now it sounds like NS is probably not going to play for the Illini, tough break.

I enjoyed conversing with you all this week. Enjoy the game, and regardless of the outcome I will be rooting for you the rest of the year.

AzIlliniFan · Sep 8, 2012, 05:04 PM

Thanks 99Devil. I root for the local team as well, except for today that is!

It is currently 86 degrees, should be in the low 80's by game time. We are getting such a huge break with this weather. It's a non factor. And I'll be much more comfy sitting in the stands, yay

orangekrush117 · Sep 8, 2012, 06:14 PM

So, does anyone know the official status, or if it will be announced before the game?

illini1 · Sep 8, 2012, 06:25 PM

It would look better with Illinois in blue.

Dan · Sep 8, 2012, 06:40 PM

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Originally Posted by orangekrush117

So, does anyone know the official status, or if it will be announced before the game?

Nothing official, but Scheelhaase is probably out.

ASU now a 6-pt favorite.

mdonsbach · Sep 8, 2012, 06:41 PM

Holy crap guys I was in Indy the last two days and did a 21 mile bike tour this morning into early afternoon. Now we are home but I hate to say it but I don't know if I can stay up for this game!

Dan · Sep 8, 2012, 06:43 PM

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He is worthy of my praise and worship! Let His glory be over all the earth!

http://twitter.com/Scheelhaase2

Dan · Sep 8, 2012, 06:44 PM

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At Sun Devil Stadium. No word from team on Scheelhaase and no sighting yet during early warmups. Osei on the field warming up now.

http://twitter.com/ChiTribKane

Dan · Sep 8, 2012, 06:58 PM

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Because of sprained ankle, Scheelhaase not expected to play vs. Sun Devils. http://bit.ly/NijNXe

http://twitter.com/JohnSupinie

Dan · Sep 8, 2012, 07:02 PM

WDWS: Reilly O'Toole will start for Illinois. Miles Osei will get the 3rd series. #Illini

pygreg · Sep 8, 2012, 07:04 PM

ASU -- 20
Illini -- 10

illinois_hustle · Sep 8, 2012, 07:04 PM

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Originally Posted by DaytonIllini

You are misreading the discussion I think. I haven't seen anyone claim that ROT is better than Nate. The question is ROT vs. Miles Osei. I am pretty sure everyone would prefer to see Nathan on the field except the ASU defensive coordinator.

There were just a couple posts that inferred that ... but they were posters of no consequence so I don't know why I even commented.

With Nate out of course, I'd like to see the coaches let O'Toole fly the ball around the stadium a bit. I hope they don't go ultra-conservative just because a 2nd string guy is in there. Fact is he's a good downfield passer and it would be nice to see how good.

Sep 8, 2012, 04:17 PM	#386
illiniguy24 Posts: 188	I have faith in both of our backups to get this one done. I think our defense can win this one, all we need is a couple big plays on offense. __________________

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AzIlliniFan Posts: 2,058	Thanks 99Devil. I root for the local team as well, except for today that is! It is currently 86 degrees, should be in the low 80's by game time. We are getting such a huge break with this weather. It's a non factor. And I'll be much more comfy sitting in the stands, yay Last edited by AzIlliniFan; Sep 8, 2012 at 05:07 PM.

Sep 8, 2012, 06:41 PM	#394
mdonsbach Location: Bethalto, IL Posts: 1,258	Holy crap guys I was in Indy the last two days and did a 21 mile bike tour this morning into early afternoon. Now we are home but I hate to say it but I don't know if I can stay up for this game! __________________ Twitter

Sep 8, 2012, 02:15 PM	#378
Juice Posts: 1,540	Was just about to post that. I like it.

Sep 8, 2012, 04:12 PM	#385
PeoriaChief Posts: 517	Wondering why we didn't put them on for last weeks game since we wore all blue.

Sep 8, 2012, 04:45 PM	#388
Juice Posts: 1,540	Supinie tweeted that it was cloudy and not too hot in Tempe today, said its perfect football weather. So that's a plus I guess

Sep 8, 2012, 05:01 PM	#389
99Devil Posts: 34	Hey guys right now it sounds like NS is probably not going to play for the Illini, tough break. I enjoyed conversing with you all this week. Enjoy the game, and regardless of the outcome I will be rooting for you the rest of the year.

Sep 8, 2012, 06:14 PM	#391
orangekrush117 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 1,213	So, does anyone know the official status, or if it will be announced before the game?

Sep 8, 2012, 06:25 PM	#392
illini1 Location: Springfield, IL Posts: 334	It would look better with Illinois in blue.

Sep 8, 2012, 07:02 PM	#398
Dan Admin Location: Champaign, IL Posts: 25,894	WDWS: Reilly O'Toole will start for Illinois. Miles Osei will get the 3rd series. #Illini

Sep 8, 2012, 07:04 PM	#399
pygreg Posts: 69	ASU -- 20 Illini -- 10