Preparation, discipline cause for concern after two weeks

19-7, 34-7.

This is how the first two games of the season against Toledo and Kansas has played out for the Illini, before making a comeback to some capacity, whether it be winning against Toledo, or falling short against Kansas.

This vast of a change from the first part of the game to the second part doesn’t just happen without gameplay changes to adapt to the opponent.

It's good that this is happening, but it also points to a lack of pregame preparation.

Preparation needs to improve

Fundamentals

When asked about the part of the defense that concerned him most in Week 1, Bret Bielema’s response was: “I think some fundamentals.