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‘It’s sure to be a challenge’: Bielema looking ahead to Wisconsin homecoming

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — The first Thursday night game at Memorial Stadium left Illini nation feeling very happy after the blowout win over Chattanooga.

On Monday afternoon at Memorial Stadium, head coach Bret Bielema, offensive coordinator Barry Lunney Jr. and defensive coordinator Ryan Walters addressed some key things in their press conference heading into the Wisconsin game.

What went right against Chattanooga

To make a long story short, a lot went right. But we’ll talk about it anyways.

QB Tommy DeVito passed for more than 300 yards and threw 3 touchdowns; RB Chase Brown ran for over 100 yards as per usual; the defense was incredibly stout; and two receivers had 100+ yards each.