Pregame: Illinois at Nebraska, Saturday, October 29th, 2:30pm CT, ABC

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There is a path.....If we run the table and beat a top 4 Michigan team then a top 2 OSU team, how do we not make the final 4? I know there's a jug of Orange Koolaid consumed for that scenario, but it has been so long since Illini football has done anything, so lets keep this dream alive at Nebraska!!!!!!
Does Cinderella grow corn?
 
#457      
This game sets up well for Illinois but that is why we play the game. Nebraska might try to implement a few new things since the bye week but I don't see it being enough.

Nebraska Captain LB Nick Henrich is out for the season. Taking him out of a bad defense that can't stop the run already, OUCH!

QB Casey Thompson has been a turnover machine in Big Ten play. In 4 Big Ten games this season, Thompson has thrown 7 TDs and 6 INTs against Northwestern, Indiana, Rutgers and Purdue. I think Illinois wins this by double digits. If Illinois finds a way to limit playmaker WR Trey Palmer than it could get ugly for Nebraska.
Too bad about their LB, for the obvious reason of a player messing up their knee. But sometimes a key injury fuels a team to pull together and play better the next game. See how I can read bad news into anything?
 
#459      
I actually had a girl in my HS class named "Michael". I never inquired about the origin of her name. But it sure helps when reading about your streakin'........

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Oh geez. Those eyes. ❤️
 
#460      
Gotta stay humble and guard against the let down on the road. These coaches give me a lot of confidence that they'll be ready.
Come on Sky, 😆. How do you have a let down at Nebraska in front of 88k screaming fans. We alnt that good yet, my friend.
 
#461      
Looks like 68 degrees and sunny today with virtually no wind. Mark my words, but Chase Brown will have over 300 all purpose yards today against a weak Nebraska defense. Sure, the crowd will be good and loud, but they won't be on the field playing. Was the 100,000+ crowd at Penn State last year loud? Yes. Did we beat them? Yes.
 
#465      
DiNaro has us on upset alert. Can’t let them jump out. Can’t wait to see Josh McCray go off. The def will not let up this afternoon.
In their four conference games to-date Nebraska has scored an average of 28.5 points per game. They've played Northwestern, Indiana, Rutgers, and Purdue. Those four teams have given up and average of 29 points per game in their conference games. So, it isn't like the Nebraska offense has scored well against tough defenses. They're about to go up against an Illini defense that has given up an average of 13.25 points per conference game against teams that are averaging 20.7 points per conference game.
 
#467      
I'm still in shock that I was looking forward to this game way more than the hoops game last night. I can't remember the last time that happened.

31-17 Illini.

I think Nebraska moves the ball on us initially (and maybe takes an early lead), but then we adjust and lock them down until late when the game is over.
 
#471      
I'll be calm so long as we don't give up more than TWO big passes. Hopefully none, of course, but I think we can give up two and still win fairly comfortably.
 
#472      
Just rolled into Lincoln. Got a buddy that’s a season ticket holder with the Cornhusker’s. Time to tailgate, eat some good food, have some adult beverages and then watch the illini open up a can of whoop !!!!!!
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CV, Cheer loudly for all of us on IL, and bring home a ‘W,’ please! :illinois:-L-L
 
#474      
Time for Lunney to show his STUFF (on national TV)

IL D will force NB to use a backup QB.

IL: 45
NB: 9
Hell yes! Its time to convert a bunch of TDs instead of field goals this time around. I love that McCray is ready to go today.
 
#475      
Just rolled into Lincoln. Got a buddy that’s a season ticket holder with the Cornhusker’s. Time to tailgate, eat some good food, have some adult beverages and then watch the illini open up a can of whoop !!!!!!
The Longest Yard Waterboy GIF

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Have a great safe time rooting for the Illini and don't forget to tip your waiter and spay and neuter your pets!
ok I'll shut up now

GO ILLINI! :hailtotheorange::chief::hailtotheorange::illinois:(y)
 
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