Tag Archives: Illinois

My 2012 Big Ten Football Picks

You should check out the Buckeye Sports Bulletin football preview issue for my full view of the race, but here is how I see the top of each division shaking out.  The Division That Should Be the West:  Michigan, Michigan … Continue reading

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Ohio State-Illinois Second Thoughts

I re-watched the Buckeyes’ 17-7 win over the Fighting Illini so you didn’t have to…  The game ball certainly goes to the tailbacks. I counted at least four times Boom Herron or Jordan Hall were dead in the sights of … Continue reading

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I’ve Come To Expect It From You

What we learned last week: There’s life in the old bear’s alma mater yet*. The title of this post refers not only to the title of a George Strait song but also Ohio State’s game-winning approach to the 17-7 decision they … Continue reading

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First thoughts: Ohio State-Illinois

We often do not give the opponent enough credit, be it after a win or a loss, but I do think Ohio State exposed Illinois somewhat. The Fighting Illini are a good team – better than I expected them to … Continue reading

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Overheard at Ohio State Football: Illinois Week

Cleaning out the reporter’s notebook for another week of Ohio State football, beginning with head coach Luke Fickell’s weekly press conference and moving on to the players and assistant coaches.     FICKELLISMS Ohio State’s head coach said obviously everyone … Continue reading

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