I try my best to be an optimist when it comes to Illinois football. I still believe in the rebuild, I still believe in the process. I also believe that Ohio State is one of the best college football programs in the nation, and the Illini will be overmatched in every respect in this matchup. Barrett is too good, the defense is too good, and despite some bright spots for Illinois (defense, special teams) they will not be able to put any points on the board in Columbus this weekend. If nothing else, we may set the school record for most punts and most punt yards in a game, so the chance to make history is definitely there.
READ WITH CAUTION: TCR Staff previews Illinois at Ohio State
