CHAMPAIGN — V’Angelo Bentley knows Tim Beckman is tuning in. From afar, but still observing Illinois.
Bentley still talks to the former Illinois coach frequently.
“He’s still watching our opponents,” the Illinois cornerback and kick returner said. “He knows our team. He recruited everyone that’s here and knows the ins and outs of our team. He’s giving me positive words and positive vibes.”
One month ago today, Illinois athletic director Mike Thomas abruptly fired Beckman, citing Beckman deterred players from reporting injuries and threatened to take away scholarships.
“Time does fly,” Bentley said. “The games have been rolling along.