With the NFL season opener kicking off tonight, check into TCR to catch up on your favorite Illinois alums and find their matchup for the week.
Entering his third season with the Green Bay Packers, wide receiver Geronimo Allison looks to take on a bigger role with Jordy Nelson gone. Allison showed flashes of his potential last season and has developed a nice relationship with All-Pro quarterback Aaron Rodgers. The Packers start their season Sunday at 7:20 p.m. CT when they welcome the Chicago Bears to town.
Defensive tackle Chunky Clements starts his second season in the league with the Los Angeles Rams.