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The fifth quarter: The Illinois win

Related Topics: Illinois, Win, Kinnick Stadium

Iowa's Amani Hooker runs the ball for 18 yards and a first down as Illinois' Dele Harding makes the hit Saturday at Kinnick Stadium. Hooker's run extended a Hawkeye touchdown drive late in the second quarter.

John Schultz

Five things to ponder during the bye week about Iowa's 45-16 win over Illinois on Saturday at Kinnick Stadium:

1. The good

Illinois' run defense won't be confused for one of the Big Ten's best this season, but after two weeks of struggling to move the ball on the ground to rush for a season-high 191 yards is a good thing for the Hawkeyes.