NFL Discussion (Official Thread)
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I believe so, but don't remember that specifically. I just remember LJsr massively slow playing this kid, and offering him very late in the process, and barely giving him attention when he wanted to be a Buckeye
So he essentially has had the same HC situation at every stop he's worked atGoogle AI: The Illini NIL program refers to how the University of Illinois supports it student-athletes in leveraging their Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) for financial opportunities, primary through endorsements and partnerships. Under the leadership of head coach Bret Bielema, Illinois operates an NFL-style program, utilizing one-year NIL deals to provide a professional-level experience for its athletes. The program faces challenges in funding compared to other power conference schools, with Bielema highlighting a significant resource gap, though Illinois has shown competitive results despite a smaller NIL budget. In May 2025, Coach Bret Bielema stated that the Illinois football program's NIL budget was about $5 million.
Just sayin': Agree, Bert pulled a competitive program out of the dumpster fire he inherited. In addition, operating on a $5M a year NIL budget isn't going to let you compete for the highest ranked athletics. In looking at a typical Illini recruiting class in 24/7 it looks like Bert ends up with just 1 4-Star and 20 TO 25 3-Stars. He then supplements it with some transfers, (and none of the transfers are the "cream of the transfer crop" either) etc.
I believe so, but don't remember that specifically. I just remember LJsr massively slow playing this kid, and offering him very late in the process, and barely giving him attention when he wanted to be a BuckeyeWasn’t that the kid that weighed 230 and looked like he needed a couple years to be ready to play?
I hear what you're sayingI get the point he’s trying to make but’s like he’s creating an argument that no one is making just to defeat that argument.
The ‘25 team is a completely different team. Why would they be complacent?
The ‘15 team brought back everyone. Why wouldn’t they get a little complacent?
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Im sure Knowles will be delighted at giving big minutes to a true frosh. I’m sure he’ll look great in the Jack
Cant wait for Siereveld to get his paws on him
This one brought tears to my eyes. I was a kid when OSU won the NC with Lucas and crew. Ever since he has been my unquestioned all time sports hero. I once stood next to him with a copy of Sports Illustrated with Lucas on the cover in my hand and couldn't bring myself to ask for his autograph. It was enough to shake his hand.
Glad I lived long enough that I can have my own picture taken next to his statue.