CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — After an embarrassing loss to a talented Indiana team, the Illini had their first day off since New Year’s Day on Friday. After getting back at it over the weekend, Illinois now looks to get back on track Tuesday against Ohio State.
“We’ll have to play exceptionally well to beat this team,” said head coach Brad Underwood. “Against any of the 13 teams in this league right now, if you don’t play well you’re going to lose.”
Underwood and RJ Melendez met with the media before practice Monday afternoon. While OSU’s record may not look intimidating (11-8, 3-5 Big Ten), they are still a very talented team.