The IlliniGuys return for episode #612 of I on the Illini!

Mike Cagley, Steve Sturm, and Kedric Prince break down Illinois Football's season opener.

• Is Katin Howser the real deal?
• We analyze his impressive performance and what it means for the Big Ten season.

We look ahead to the crucial matchup against Duke.

• Can the Illini defense bounce back from tackling struggles to stop the Blue Devils' rushing attack?
• We discuss keys to the game, the point spread, and why this is a massive test for Bret Bielema's squad.

We also dive into the where do the Illini rank in B1G NIL debate:

• Why isn't Illinois a top five ranked NIL fund despite its massive alumni base?
• The guys pull no punches on what needs to change.

We react to the "Michigan Mess"—the controversial ending of the Michigan vs. Western Michigan game.

• Did the Big Ten protect its brand?
• Will rules changes happen? If so, what changes?

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