The Illinois Fighting Illini appeared to be on their way to one of the best seasons in school history after six games. Their 6-0 record marked the Illini’s best start since the 1951 squad started 7-0. Two weeks later, Illinois is sitting at 6-2 (2-2 Big Ten) with their chances at a conference championship and major bowl bid starting to diminish.

The Purdue Boilermakers (4-3, 2-1 Big Ten) handed No. 23 Illinois their second loss in as many weeks, today. With both of Illinois’ losses coming against unranked opponents, the Illini will undoubtedly fall from the Top 25 when the new rankings come out on Sunday.

The first half belonged to the Boilermakers...

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