Bret Bielema Named to Bear Bryant Coach of the Year Watch List
Wednesday, 16 October 2024
Illinois head coach Bret Bielema has been named to the Bear Bryant Coach of the Year Watch List.
The award is given each January to the college football coach that makes the sport better for athletes through grit and integrity both on and off the field.
Bielema has led the #22 Illini to a 5 and 1 record so far this season which includes two AP top 25 victories.
The Illini have gathered a 23 and 20 record under Bielema which is also has the fourth-most Big Ten wins through three seasons among the 13 Illini head coaches in modern history.
Up next the orange and blue will be taking on the #24 ranked Michigan Wolverines for the Memorial Stadium rededication game.
