Illini starting to get some national media buzz trickle!

Well, that's what a surprising 3-1 start will do for you! Yep, Illini fans, there are some good signs in the national media. Way down in Alabama, the Birmingham News is reporting some serious buzz on the Illini and Ron Zook! Did you ever think you'd read this quote:

"Watch out for Ron Zook"!!!!!!!!

I can't believe it! It's finally happening!

OPEN THREAD: ILLINOIS vs. SYRACUSE

You're chance to post what's on your mind about the Syracuse game.

Just how good IS Aurrelious Benn, really? Check out this footage, and decide for yourself...

Coming soon, to Memorial Stadium in Champaign. Be there.

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An early preview of Illinois Football

"With the completion of Memorial Stadium more than a year off the Fighting Illini are looking to create a big buzz for 2007. The hype surrounding Ron Zook, Juice Williams, and the rest of the Fighting Illini is huge after this past season and controversial recruiting season. Right now the Zook and his players are looking to improve upon last years 2-10 record which included two heartbreaking losses to Ohio State and Wisconsin. Improving on last season is possible but it won't come easy. 2007 includes home games with Wisconsin, Penn State, and Michigan. The Illini also have two tough roadies at Iowa and Ohio State. With an excellent incoming recruiting class and talented upperclassmen expect Coach Zook and the Illini to make a splash in the Big Ten in 2007!" --GCM's sporting blog, a member of The Sporting News blog network

A look back at a great day in Illinois football history....

I remember watching this game. What a great feeling it was to see the Illini break Michigan's heart like that with a last minute pass into the endzone! Here's to more moments like that, starting this season......