Who is Illinois’ rival? It’s a simple question on its surface. When someone asks you, do you find yourself answering immediately, without hesitation? Or do you pause, think for a few seconds and then deliver a long-winded answer?
This entire topic makes for good, reasonable debate and there’s no doubt there are complexities here most other programs would not understand or frankly have to deal with.
Alabama, who’s your rival? Auburn — those babies throw toilet paper on tree branches whenever they win a game.
Texas, who’s your rival? Oklahoma. With a small side of Texas A&M.