According to Julie Wurth of The News-Gazette, Illinois offensive coordinator Rod Smith is getting a 200,000-dollar raise. He will be making 700,000-dollars next season followed by 750,000-dollars in 2020. In comparison to other Big Ten offensive coordinators, this raise puts Smith inside the top half, according to the article.
Overall, the Illinois offense improved this year over last for the most part. If you are looking at the quarterback position from a passing aspect, the Illini were more efficient than last season. In 2017, Illinois quarterbacks combined for 2,098 yards, eight touchdowns and 19 interceptions. This season, they threw for 1,988 yards, 10 touchdowns and 14 interceptions.