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Minnesota Football: Three keys to beating Illinois

Remember that 2018 disastrous loss at Illinois? The Gopher defense gave up 55 points to a Lovie Smith team that finished 4-8. That game led to the firing of Robb Smith and probably added a year to Lovie’s tenure. Since that game, PJ Fleck and this program have gone 23-9 with some impressive wins along the way.

Can the Gophers continue what is turning out to be a rather successful season by taking care of business at home against Illinois?

3 KEYS

  • Back to a balanced offense - The last two games have been lining up and just owning the line of scrimmage.