Illinois needs more threats alongside Collin Dixon in offensive game plan

Illinois football's passing offense has heavily relied on Collin Dixon, who has seven touchdowns and 367 receiving yards this season. Head coach seeks to diversify the aerial attack as the team prepares for challenging opponents like Ohio State and Iowa, both with strong defenses. While Dixon's production is impressive, Illinois must reduce its reliance on him to avoid being one-dimensional and to improve turnover situations. A more balanced receiving corps could bolster the offense and increase consistent scoring opportunities, which are critical given the defense's struggles.

• 12:42 AMYahoo Sports — Illinois’ passing game can’t rely solely on Collin Dixon