Welcome to “This Week in Illini Athletics,” a weekly review of the past week of Illini sports and a preview of the week to come.
Last Week: The Illini fall back down to Earth after a heartbreaking lose to Michigan State at home. With Memorial Stadium packed to the brim, the Illini had multiple chances to flip the game in their favor. Sadly, they were not able to capitalize as the Spartans take this one, 15-23.
Final: #14 Illinois 15 - Michigan State 23
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