Last year, the Fighting Illini let the second half slip by against the Purdue Boilermakers due to sloppy play. This year they need to start the second half strong and remain consistent.
The Fighting Illini are poised to take on a familiar foe in the Purdue Boilermakers Oct. 12 in the much anticipated Battle of the Cannon. They are coming in with an overall record of 45-48 against in the series.
There were many reasons for the second-half struggles. They had nine penalties, allowed five sacks, went 1 of 13 on third down, and had three fumbles. Leading rusher Reggie Love didn't play due to an ankle injury while defensive lineman Denzel Daxon left briefly in the first half. Offensive linemen Josh Gesky and Zy Crisler left in the third quarter with ankle injuries. Defensive tackle Jer'Zhan Newton left twice due to a shoulder injury before returning in the second half.
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