The Fighting Illini allow opponents 11.3 points per game and 253.6 yards per game. Purdue scored the most points against the Fighting Illini this season in its 22-16 win. It's going to be a big challenge for our offense to see how good we really are. That's where the turf becomes a factor. Some of our kids like it.
Speed is a difference today.
Speed is good. If you're good and you're fast, you're probably better than someone who is not as good or as fast as you. The Lions divide their season between the grass field at Beaver Stadium and the artificial surface on the road. They have already won games at Minnesota, Temple and Indiana. Players say they are able to get better traction and the field makes the game quicker.