Illinois got thrashed by Indiana in Week 4, which has brought Bret Bielema to the disappointing No. 23 rank in the AP poll. Illini fans must’ve missed the presence of one important player. After Bielema’s recent update, the star player is staring at an uncertain future ahead of him. His departure also cast light on a glaring problem in the Illinois defense in Week 4.

Bielema gave an update about the status of veteran DB Xavier Scott, who has been out since the Western Michigan game. A lot of confusion has surrounded the seriousness of his injury, but things are becoming clear. Scott will have to undergo surgery on Wednesday that will keep him “out for the majority of the season,” Bielema confirmed. Scott landed on his lower body when he took the blow, presumably hurting his ankle/lower

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