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Bret Bielema previews Illinois versus Michigan State matchup

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 7, 2026, 11:31 PM

Last updated Oct 7, 2026

Bret Bielema previews Illinois versus Michigan State matchup
Summary

Bret Bielema discussed the upcoming game between his Fighting Illini and Michigan State, scheduled for this season. Both teams are currently 2-3 overall and 0-2 in the Big Ten, indicating the importance of this matchup for their seasons. Bielema emphasized issues with execution that have contributed to their losses. Michigan State's coach Pat Fitzgerald acknowledged the need for his team to make changes to refocus for this game.

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  • •Illinois and Michigan State both hold 2-3 records.
  • •Both teams are 0-2 in Big Ten play.
  • •Bielema cited execution problems in recent losses.
  • •Fitzgerald mentioned the need for team changes.
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  • 11:31 PMYahoo Sports — Bret Bielema previews Illinois' matchup with Michigan State
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Bret Bielema broke down the upcoming matchup his Fighting Illini team has with Michigan State.

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