I certainly think there is something to be said for Northwestern looking ahead to Ohio State in the Big Ten Championship Game. I know I certainly would, since they know they really have a shot at knocking the Buckeyes out of the College Football Playoff, and that’s a LOT to play for. But at the same time, even if Illinois played a perfect game, I think Northwestern is far too competent to stumble two games in a row. The Illini keep it close, but 16-6 just SCREAMS 2020 Northwestern. Let’s hope for a better result next week.
Michael Berns: Northwestern 38, Illinois 17
Uh oh.