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Brad Underwood previews upcoming matchup with Alabama A&M: ‘It’s 40 minutes of relentless pressure’

Grant Bricker

By Grant Bricker

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Brad Underwood understands that while Illinois may be favored against Alabama A&M, it’s not going to be an easy game. Underwood discussed the matchup at Friday’s presser.

Alabama A&M is going to have constant pressure on Illinois all throughout the game. The Bulldogs are also one of the top teams in the country in forcing turnovers.

“It’s 40 minutes of relentless pressure,” said Underwood. “They will play a little bit of zone. One of the top teams in the country in forcing turnovers.”

Underwood believes that the key to excelling against Alabama A&M is to have great spacing and pace. The Illinois coach can’t wait for the challenge it will be for his team.

“We’ve got to keep great spacing,” said Underwood. “We’ve got to play with great pace. We’ve got to play with great ball toughness. Great challenge for our guys.”

Illinois needs this game to get back on track before facing Missouri on Dec. 22. Tipoff between Illinois and Alabama A&M will be Saturday at 4 p.m. ET on BTN.

Grant Bricker

Grant Bricker covers the B1G for Saturday Tradition. His previous stops include the Williamson Homepage and Nashville Post.