Will 99th Homecoming Be One To Remember? Premium Story

Dere Hicks (Holly Smith)
Dere Hicks (Holly Smith)
By Jack Lyman
InsideIllini.com staff
Date: Oct 9, 2009

The Michigan State Spartans are Illinois' homecoming foe Saturday at 11:00am. The Spartans are riding high after conquering in-state rival Michigan in overtime and invade Memorial Stadium brimming with confidence despite a 2-3 record. Their strong passing attack and power running game poses a definite challenge for the Illini defense.

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