*****N Illinois vs Iowa Game Thread*****

Feb 25, 2008
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And.... Our defense just always takes care of its business. A+ today from them
I'm actually really encouraged today even though NIU has not been good.

We've just been reading things well. There's little to no hesitation on when to attack. And we have been blanketing everything they've tried to do today, at least while the game was still being taken seriously.
 

IowaCityLit

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I'm actually really encouraged today even though NIU has not been good.

We've just been reading things well. There's little to no hesitation on when to attack. And we have been blanketing everything they've tried to do today, at least while the game was still being taken seriously.
The pass rush is a concern imo. And still not sold on either QB against better competition.
 

LetsGoHawks83

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Why not go with Hank again.

WTF are we doing?

Going to just hand it off all 4th quarter?
 

Gonzo_Bloor

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I've been watching when able but running around a lot today, what happened to Cael Winter?
 

r_desihawk

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I'm actually really encouraged today even though NIU has not been good.

We've just been reading things well. There's little to no hesitation on when to attack. And we have been blanketing everything they've tried to do today, at least while the game was still being taken seriously.
you think this translates to next week? or are we in for a ***-clenching ride to a last minute defeat ?
 

HawkBall23

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If this is the real Iowa we're seeing today, I have no doubt they should be able to handle ISU next week.

But ISU will be coming in with nothing to lose and as always its their Super Bowl. They'd love nothing more than to be the reason Iowa misses out on the CFP or best possible bowl in late December/early January.

Can't afford a hiccup next week.
 
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