TCR Staff Predictions: Illinois vs. Nebraska

Patrick Gorski-USA TODAY SportsStephen Cohn: Nebraska 38, Illinois 24

I think Illinois is able to put up some points against Nebraska, and even after last year’s beating, I still think the Illini are able to play the Cornhuskers close. Even the Lovie haters have to think that the coaching staff has something up its sleeve that it hasn’t shown yet and will be ready for what is now the “BIGGEST GAME OF THE LOVIE ERA.” We’re saying that every week. It’s time to actually mean it. Sadly, I don’t feel all too confident that actually happens. Huskers by two TDs.

Tristen Kissack: Nebraska 48, Illinois 17

Saturday night, conference opener, sold out student sections, what could go wrong? Well, a lot for…