 By Spencer McLaughlin of Locked on CFB for SuperWest Sports
February 14, 2025
Illinois had its best season in 23 years last year under Bret Bielema, finishing the year 10-3.
Can they take the leap into B1G title contender status in 2025?
‘Locked On Illini’ host Sunny Verma joins the show to discuss.
This segment is from Friday’s episode of Locked On College Football with Spencer McLaughlin.
Illinois SHOCKING the Big 10 in 2025?
Are the Illini a serious threat to Oregon, Ohio State w/Altmyer?
  
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