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

Juice Williams

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!

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

Illini vs. Iowa
Juice Williams.

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

Illini vs. Iowa
Derrick McPhearson drops a sure touchdown pass.

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Illini vs. Iowa
Juice Williams takes a hit.

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Illini vs. Iowa
Juice Williams TD pass to Jacob Willis.

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Juice Williams.

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Pierre Thomas.

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

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Illini vs. Iowa
Illini vs. Iowa
Illini vs. Iowa
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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