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Asmussen | Return of former strength coach initiated by players he helped grow

The nice folks who own the Subway on South Neil should be thrilled: Their best customer just came back to town.

Lou Hernandez, who worked as Illinois football strength coach from 2005-11, joined Lovie Smith's staff last week in the same position.

During his earlier time on Ron Zook's staff, Hernandez took daily lunch trips to his favorite sandwich shop.

It made sense. It's a short drive from the football office to the popular chain.

Plus, Hernandez likes the food.

His order never changed: "Double meat turkey on wheat, lettuce, tomato with one line of mustard.