KIOB: Illinois Handles SIU 48-10 | Can the Illini Hang With Ohio State?

Illinois took care of business with a 48-10 win over Southern Illinois. Now the degree of difficulty goes WAY up. Ryan Schroat and Kevin Ducey break down the Illini’s win over SIU, including an improved defensive performance, the continued concerns along the offensive line and running game, Caden Hauser’s strong start, and another huge performance from Collin Dixon. Then it’s on to Columbus. Illinois heads to Ohio State as a 27.5-point underdog. What will it take for the Illini to stay competitive with the Buckeyes? Ryan and Kevin discuss the matchup, where Illinois may be able to find some success, and what they need to see heading into the heart of the Big Ten schedule. Also discussed: • Aiden Laughery, Kahlil Valentine and the Illinois running game • Young Illini getting valuable snaps against SIU • The defense showing improvement after the Duke loss • Caden Hauser’s impressive start to the season • Collin Dixon’s historic start and national recognition • Illinois’ path through the rest of the Big Ten schedule • Memorial Stadium attendance and the new scoreboard • Illinois basketball’s Big Ten schedule • A huge recruiting weekend for Brad Underwood and the Illini • Kevin’s update on Illinois men’s golf • Ryan and Kevin’s Illinois-Ohio State score predictions Can Illinois make things interesting in Columbus, or will the Buckeyes simply be too much? #Illini #IllinoisFootball #B1GFootball #CollegeFootball #IllinoisBasketball