I would if it would make him run harder...the truth is he runs straight up, braces for contact rather than using that 255lbs to run downhill and run defenders over. He runs scared probably due to fear of injury....which may actually increase your chance of injury.
Pregame: Illinois vs Northwestern, Saturday, November 29th, 6:30pm CT, FOX
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Sorry dad!
blackdog
- Champaign
Even coming from 45 minutes its a tough sell for a night game. Im absolutely dying inside because I want to go so badly but have to be a responsible parent and say no. If we lived in town 100% would be there regardless of weather.
When was the last snow storm that the Illini played in at home?
Memorable Moments: The Snow Plow Game
On a snowy field at Schaefer Stadium on December 12, 1982, snow plow operator, Mark Henderson, clears a spot for Patriots kicker John Smith to kick the game winning field goal, a 3-0 victory over the Miami Dolphins. https://www.patriots.com/video/memorable-moments-the-snow-plow-game1993
Illinir1
- Camdenton, MO
I was there and 30 years later Ty Douthard signed my ticket from that game which ended up in a framed tribute in my Illini mancave. 2024 tailgate Lot 31 pics with the tribute and Ty Douthard and Johnny Johnson (who threw the game winning pass to Ty).
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Fighter of the Nightman
- Chicago, IL
I hope you’re right. However, we kind of played like a 1-11* team last week.
Fighter of the Nightman
- Chicago, IL
Bro there’s a difference between being realistic and letting being negative be your perverse form of psychological relief.
I was there - COLD, COLD, COLD! But I stayed until the end, when many others left early. It was a great decision and a great finish!
MoCoMdIllini
- Montgomery County, Maryland
Yeah it was. Definitely one of the highlights of my time there.
Just checked the lines. Illinois is only favored by 7. How far they've fallen with the bookies. 
Illini2010-11
- Sugar Grove
IDK. He is on a team competing for a national championship. His role there is pretty clear as well, the short yardage back. Can't imagine him regretting moving on, IMO. I think he will have an important role in the CFP in tight games.
Illini2010-11
- Sugar Grove
I am in similar position. I live in far west suburbs, and was planning to still make drive until I found out we have to get my toddler ear tubes on Friday. Responsible parenting says stay home.
My Dad is taking two tickets, but will likely have to eat my other two. I really fear tons of empty seats in a prime game on Fox. It is also sad for the Seniors to go out with a greatly diminished turnout. Just sad all around for a team playing to get an 8th win.
FeelYourPaign
- So Cal
There is no one reason.
I just really need to pummel the mildcats
It's a matter of principle
Don't let little brother up off the mat
I just really need to pummel the mildcats
It's a matter of principle
Don't let little brother up off the mat
FeelYourPaign
- So Cal
I do love a snow game once in a while
BillyBob1
- Champaign
Even better if it were in the mud.
WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE FRIDAY NIGHT
THROUGH LATE SATURDAY NIGHT...
* WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations in excess of
5 inches north of I-70...and greater than 8 inches along and north
of a Macomb to Bloomington line.
* WHERE...All of central Illinois along and north of I-70.
* WHEN...From late Friday night through late Saturday night.
* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will
likely become slick and hazardous. Travel could be very difficult
It’s probably a good thing the game is at 6:30 perhaps the snow will be done with by then. I’m sure the grounds crew will be able to clear the field before game time if it’s stopped. If it was earlier it would for sure be a mess
THROUGH LATE SATURDAY NIGHT...
* WHAT...Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations in excess of
5 inches north of I-70...and greater than 8 inches along and north
of a Macomb to Bloomington line.
* WHERE...All of central Illinois along and north of I-70.
* WHEN...From late Friday night through late Saturday night.
* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will
likely become slick and hazardous. Travel could be very difficult
It’s probably a good thing the game is at 6:30 perhaps the snow will be done with by then. I’m sure the grounds crew will be able to clear the field before game time if it’s stopped. If it was earlier it would for sure be a mess
I see the main issue as Illini fans always buy into the hype. No way this team was ever a CFP contender. But the media and BB sold it and many of our fans bought it.
So it’s natural for those fans to be disappointed.
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