Nov 7, 2020; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini running back Mike Epstein (26) celebrates his touchdown with teammates during the first half against the Minnesota Golden Gophers at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-USA TODAY Sports
For the first time since the 2019 season, the Illinois football team will be playing in front of a full crowd as they host the Nebraska Cornhuskers this Saturday at 12:00 PM CST.
Entering the 2021 campaign with a brand new head coach in Bret Bielema, a revamped coaching staff, and many key returning upperclassmen, the Illini look to bounce back from a disappointing 2020 season.