Saturday morning, the University of Illinois put an end to speculation on how it will start the post-Lovie Smith by announcing a six-year, $4.2 million stimulus package to bars in the Midwest.
Bret Bielema, the man put in charge of distributing the funds, has said he’s looking to ensure that bars all around Illinois receive his support.
#illini Bret Bielema on @wdws1400: "I can't tell you how many miles I've logged in Illinois."
"I remember being stuck in a shed in Rantoul with Sean Payton."
"We're going to go from tip to tip in the state of Illinois.