Wow, I can't believe it...Illinois football is 2-0?!

Before I get all excited, however, I must remember that their last two opponents, Rutgers and San Jose State, are not exactly considered "football powerhouses."

However, when you consider that Illinois has only won 3 football games over the past two seasons, to start off this year with 2 victories is quite a confidence boost for the team and the Illini nation.  Next week's matchup should be a great indicator of how Illinois can handle a big time team, as we face No. 16 California. 

Unfortunately, I haven't been able to watch a single game yet this season.  I've been reading the Chicago Tribune's write ups each Sunday, though, and from what I can gather, our QB Tim Brasic is starting to show some decent potential.  Maybe one of these Saturday's I'll be able to carve out a few hours to catch the game, or even better, road trip down to Champaign and bask in the greatness that is a Big Ten football game.  Memorial Stadium on a crisp fall afternoon is the quintessential environment for college football...it sort of has that "Wrigley-esqe" old school feel to it, and the tail-gaiting scene rivals what you'll find anywhere in college sports.  Ahh...college football.  Don't you love it?  Anyone care to join me for a little trip?