Recent content by Illiniguy74

I think a logical question to ask is whether a fan base identifying its school as a 'basketball school" is counterproductive to said school's ability to succeed in football. All other things being equal, as a recruit, would you want to sign with a school (fan base) that actively promotes itself...

I agree with your opinion. Look, I'm as big an Illini fan as anyone, anywhere and in any financial condition. That made clear, I must say that it irks me that I am now supposed to show my loyalty by contributing additional money to enhance the lifestyles of the self promoting and now "rich and...

At any position?

Donovan, Larry, Moe and Curly.

This (bolded). Many of our fanbase find pleasure in touting the the success of our basketball program and referring to us as a "basketball school". Yes, we have had some success in basketball and I'm happy for you basketball fans. However, football pays the bills as evidenced by the changing...

Didn't mention Cal Swanson. For those in the know, what's up with Cal?

Relegation makes no sense in college sports given the potential for roster churn from one year to the next.

CONGRATS ILLINI BASKETBALL FANS!!! NOW, LET'S SUPPORT THE ILLINI THROUGH A SUCCESSFUL FOOTBALL SEASON THIS FALL!

Reminds me of Major League. "This guy here is dead." "Cross him off the list then."

I guess "soon" is relative.

Based on my very few personal interactions with Isaiah, his life after football (whenever that begins) will be a successful one. Impressive young man.

First of all, congrats. Not all marriages last for a variety of reasons. But when they do, like mine has for soon to be 50 years, you look back and realize that making, providing for and otherwise supporting your family made you the man you are proud to be.

I'd have to take exception to that statement. Positional coaching is certainly important but the jimmies and joes must be as good or better than your opponent to have +wins over the long run. I assume that Bret is looking for the candidate you can serve both interests.

OK. Not that long. I understand that Bret has a short list of candidates for various coaching positions. Would think he would have had his man on board by now. Just sayin'.

Can't imagine even Bret expected it to take this long.