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Ron Zook press conference roundup

Ron Zook: Face new challenge this week, a challenge we haven't faced yet this week: bouncing back from a loss. Responded well so far
Ron Zook: Purdue does some things differently. Schematically similar to Ark State "with Big Ten players." Lot of underneath passing
Ron Zook: Thinks WR Darius Millines could play. Running well. Not having a lot of pain. Has splint in shoe to support foot injury.
Ron Zook: Jason Ford kept away from contact Monday and Tuesday but will be open to contact tomorrow.
Ron Zook: This is a "player-driven team. It makes you feel good that these players are taking ownership" of loss.
Ron Zook: There's a "chance" Miles Osei could play somewhere other than QB (maybe WR or RB) but will remain a backup QB.
Ron Zook: likes future of OL. Heitz playing well for R Fr., freshmen offensive linemen the "best guys we've brought in in one year"
WernerConnectFM

Ron Zook said he likes how the team has responded.
Illinois tried to recruit Ralph Golden.
BobAsmussen

Zook on loss to Ohio State: "Maybe we stood back and waited for Nathan or A.J. to make a play. We've got other players to make plays."
studurando

Zook just said he thinks Illinois has made progress in their punt return game. 2 returns, -2 return yards vs Ohio State.

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