Weatherspoon regains MU momentum
Throughout the entire second half, Williams has basically been able to throw the ball deep on any given play. Senior cornerback Castine Bridges has been burned deep repeatedly and allowed the Illini to creep back within 10. Junior linebacker Sean Weatherspoon ended Illinois' latest red zone threat by picking off a short pass over the middle. The Tigers were unable to take advantage of Illinois' first turnover and are still protecting a 45-35 lead.