Talk with Illinois football beat writer Bob Asmussen
Bob Asmussen (moderator) — 12:00 PM on Tue, 06/16/2009
Welcome back to another chat. Before I get to the questions, here's a reminder that Jeremy Werner, our recruiting guru, will be chatting at 11 a.m. Friday. Load him up with questions.
Thanks again for taking the time to visit. And remember, you can always write me at asmussen@news-gazette.com between questions.
Jack from Rantoul, Illinois — 12:00 PM on Tue, 06/16/2009
Will Illinois run a wildcat formation this season?I think they should use Benn in the formation. They could also use Fayson or Ramsey because they played QB in high school
Bob Asmussen (moderator) — 12:06 PM on Tue, 06/16/2009
Jack,
First thing I know is that if Illinois does use a version of the Wildcat, the coaches won't be talking about it before the season. But you have to assume they will try to get the ball in Benn's hands as often as possible, so the Wildcats is a good idea. I'm not sure I've ever seen him throw a pass, even in practice. I know all receivers think they can throw. I have seen Jack Ramsey pass and he's got a strong, accurate arm. Opponents will have to prepare for him in all sorts of situations.
Ron from Gainesville , florida — 12:06 PM on Tue, 06/16/2009
Will Illinois get new uniforms any time in the next couple of years. Could we possibly be like Oregon and multiple jersey combinations?
Bob Asmussen (moderator) — 12:09 PM on Tue, 06/16/2009
Ron,
Last time I asked equipment guru Trent Chesnut about this, there wasn't anything substantial coming soon.
But I do know the players have been talking about the uniforms. Juice Williams told me a couple weeks ago that he would like to wear every combination during the upcoming season, which means the all-orange look could be back again. Ron Zook will listen to his players about anything that will make them happier. And the uniforms are an area where he might be up for suggestions. But remember that Zook is superstitious, so he probably won't use a combination that brings back a bad memory for him.
Welcome back to another chat. Before I get to the questions, here's a reminder that Jeremy Werner, our recruiting guru, will be chatting at 11 a.m. Friday. Load him up with questions.
Thanks again for taking the time to visit. And remember, you can always write me at asmussen@news-gazette.com between questions.
Will Illinois run a wildcat formation this season?I think they should use Benn in the formation. They could also use Fayson or Ramsey because they played QB in high school
Jack,
First thing I know is that if Illinois does use a version of the Wildcat, the coaches won't be talking about it before the season. But you have to assume they will try to get the ball in Benn's hands as often as possible, so the Wildcats is a good idea. I'm not sure I've ever seen him throw a pass, even in practice. I know all receivers think they can throw. I have seen Jack Ramsey pass and he's got a strong, accurate arm. Opponents will have to prepare for him in all sorts of situations.
Will Illinois get new uniforms any time in the next couple of years. Could we possibly be like Oregon and multiple jersey combinations?
Ron,
Last time I asked equipment guru Trent Chesnut about this, there wasn't anything substantial coming soon.
But I do know the players have been talking about the uniforms. Juice Williams told me a couple weeks ago that he would like to wear every combination during the upcoming season, which means the all-orange look could be back again. Ron Zook will listen to his players about anything that will make them happier. And the uniforms are an area where he might be up for suggestions. But remember that Zook is superstitious, so he probably won't use a combination that brings back a bad memory for him.