Bielema Claims Illini Survive Preseason Camp With One Major Injury

Illini head coach tells local media that he expects Casey Washington and Zy Crisler to be full speed by the time game week preparations begin on Sunday evening. 

Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer

August 26, 2023

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Illinois head coach Bret Bielema still insists only one scholarship player on his roster expected to get playing time in the 2023 season will be inactive for the season opener . . .

 

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