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Bret Bielema’s quarterback room competence is what keeps Illinois football afloat

The quarterback position matters greatly on the field, and Illinois football has a head coach in Bret Bielema that finally gets that fact.

Sep 14, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema on the sidelines during the second half against the Central Michigan Chippewas at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images | Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

It doesn’t seem that hard, snag a good quarterback and the Illinois football team will be decent.

Even in the down years of the Bret Bielema era, the Illini have managed to win five games and be on the verge of getting to a bowl game.