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Richey | Thomas is clear-cut No. 1 choice

CHAMPAIGN — Illinois enters the 2018 football season with plenty of questions.

Can a still young team that hasn't experienced much success turn the corner after a 10-game losing streak meant a 2-10 record in 2017? Will Rod Smith's changes pull the Illini out of the least efficient and effective offense in the country conversations? Conversely, can the Illinois defense keep opposing teams out of the end zone with more consistency?

But one question stands alone and will be the focus for Illinois when training camp starts at 3 p.m. today at the Campus Recreation Fields. Who starts at quarterback when the Illini play Kent State at 11 a.