KIOB EP 205: Purdue Disaster, Bielema Questions & Michigan State Preview

Keepin’ It Orange and Blue is back for Episode 205 as Ryan and Kevin break down a brutal Illinois football loss to Purdue and what it means for the direction of the program. The guys discuss what went wrong on both sides of the ball, the struggles along the offensive and defensive lines, questionable coaching decisions, roster development, NIL and whether Bret Bielema can get the Illini back on track. They also look ahead to a very winnable matchup against Michigan State and give their predictions as Illinois tries to salvage its season. Plus, Ryan and Kevin hit on Illinois women’s volleyball, Illini basketball recruiting and where Illinois stands with some of its top targets. Topics include: • Illinois’ loss to Purdue • Concerns surrounding Bret Bielema and the coaching staff • Barry Lunney Jr. and the Illinois offense • Defensive struggles and the 3-3-5 • Recruiting, roster development and NIL • Illinois vs. Michigan State preview and predictions • Illinois women’s volleyball • Illini basketball recruiting Subscribe for more Illinois football, basketball and Fighting Illini coverage from Keepin’ It Orange and Blue. #Illini #IllinoisFootball #FightingIllini #B1G #CollegeFootball