Two former Illini helped one NFL team make history on Sunday. The New England Patriots are no longer in playoff contention; our Illini Miami Dolphins had a big say in putting the nail in New England’s coffin.
In unrelated news, welcome to Champaign-Urbana, Coach Bielema!
Jihad Ward, defensive end: Surprisingly and without much explanation, Ward was a healthy scratch from Sunday’s Ravens win. Ward played in Weeks 13 and 14.
Del’Shawn Phillips, linebacker: Unfortunately for Phillips, he was put on the Injured Reserve list for the second time this season.