Illini punter Santella hopes to leave OSU hanging

The academic all-Big Ten pick wrapped up his degree in sport management during the summer. That means he's spending the fall pursuing a master's degree online. With his time more flexible than during his undergrad days, Santella approached strength coach Lou Hernandez about filling some of those hours with bonus workouts.

"I do a lot of extra hip and lower back workouts to keep my legs fresh," Santella said.

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