Illinois limps into Ryan Field with a 3-8 record and would love nothing more than to spoil Northwestern's bowl hopes and end it season on a high note after quite a few lows.

What are the Illini's chances of upsetting Northwestern and claiming the Land of Lincoln Trophy? Orange & Blue News publisher Doug Bucshon gives us an inside look at Illinois.

Q: How would you assess Year 1 under head coach Lovie Smith? Has it fallen short of, met or exceeded expectations, and where do you think he has made an impact this season?