There are a lot of factors going in favor of the Illini in this game, and I do think they’re able to leave last week in the past. Charlie Jones and Aidan O’Connell will pose a threat, but Devon Witherspoon, Quan Martin, and Sydney Brown will be ready for them. I predict two interceptions by the secondary on the day, each of which will turn into points on the other end. Chase Brown will do his typical thing, and the Illini will jump out to an early 14-0 lead on two long runs. Senior Day will mean a lot to not only the seniors on this roster, but also the other players who very likely won’t be coming back (Witherspoon, Randolph, Newton, etc.
Our staff thinks Illinois will bounce back against Purdue
