As this Illini fan will attest, this was still a great year. It was amazing to watch a young group of guys, mixed with some classy upperclassman, make some amazing plays in the Big Ten.
I have been seeing many say that the Illini were overmatched during the bowl game, however what that game pointed out to me was that turnovers will truly hurt any football team trying to win. All one has to do is look in the professional football game to realize that the best predictor of who will win the game is who wins the turnover margin.
But as Coach Zook said, - when they come back, it will be different.
I know very few people who predicted this type of season and ending for the Illinois football team. I think it is ironic that just 1 year ago, I am sure no one predicted the change of events that occurred with everyone here at Lakeview Veterinary Clinic.
I can assure you we will work very hard to make sure that this is a very positive change.
I wish all of you and your families a blessed 2008.
