How’s Bret Bielema and Luke Altmyer’s WR room faring?

Adding to that, the WR room has prompted some questions. After Zakhari Franklin and Pat Bryant’s departure to the pro league. There is chatter buzzing around about who is going to fill those shoes. A media-packed room posed its questions to Coach B on Monday. Bielema put across a couple of names, praising their drills on the turf.

“Malik Elzy has looked outstanding,” Bielema said.“I’m very excited… I thought he did some things in Saturday’s practice that I’ve seen him do at times – but he’s doing it with a little bit more consistency right now.” He further named Hank Beatty and Collin Dixon as impressive. Transfer Hudson Clement also took big leaps since spring drills, and Justin Bowick and Mario Sanders also earned Bielema’s nod. Let’s see how Bret Bielema unwinds the upcoming season. With a mix of returning talent, rising stars, and lingering questions, all eyes are now on how Bret Bielema and the Fighting Illini will shape their story in what could be a defining season in Champaign.