
COLUMN: Illinois 48, Indiana 45 (OT) - Does Bielema Have An Upcoming No-Lose QB Decision?
As he faces his alma mater next weekend, Illinois head coach Bret Bielema must decide between Luke Altmyer or John Paddock. And he may soon learn either decision has a lot of merit.
By Matt Stevens - IlliniGuys Football Writer/Analyst
November 12, 2023
(Cover photo courtesy Illinois Athletics)
CHAMPAIGN — In his 11-minute post-game media session, Bret Bielema knew the quarterback question was coming.
The Illinois third-year was asked how he’s going to handle his quarterback room after John Paddock’s record-setting 507-yard passing performance and Luke Altmyer being medically cleared for contact late Friday but too late to make him active against Indiana on Saturday.