Iowa Takes Advantage of Illini Mistakes in Juice's First Start

In the Big Ten opener for both schools, Illinois and Iowa battled evenly until a disastrous 4-minute sequence late in the 2nd quarter put the Hawkeyes in control. Poor field position, a botched rugby style punt, and an interception allowed Iowa to take a 21-0 lead into halftime, and hold on for a 24-7 victory. In his first collegiate start, Juice Williams was 9-32 for 161 yards with 1 TD and 3 INTs.

Photos courtesy of fryeimages. Many more pics from the game after the jump!

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Illinois DB Kevin Mitchell intercepts a pass from Iowa QB Drew Tate at the Illinois 1 yard line.


Juice Williams.


Cornerback Alan Ball knocks the ball loose from Iowa WR Dominique Douglas.


Derrick McPhearson drops a sure touchdown pass.



Juice Williams takes a hit.



Juice Williams TD pass to Jacob Willis.


Juice Williams.


Pierre Thomas.


LB J. Leman stopped Iowa RB Young for a short gain.





Juice Williams has the ball knocked loose from his hands by Iowa DE Bryan Mattison, Illinois RB EB Halsey recovered the ball for Illinois.


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