Another massive story from Saturday's win was the play of Alabama's defense, who simply dominated the Eastern Illinois offense. Holding the Panthers off the scoreboard entirely, Alabama's defense held Eastern Illinois to only 34 total yards offensively, as well as 1-of-11 on third downs.

Andrej Stojakovic scored 20 points, Keaton Wagler had 19 and No. 8 Illinois beat Long Island 98-58. David Mirkovic had 12 points and eight rebounds for the 5-1 Illini, who bounced back nicely after losing to No.

As Keelon Russell takes the field against Eastern Illinois, here are three things you need to know about the Crimson Tide QB.

Alabama and Eastern Illinois meet Saturday afternoon in Tuscaloosa. Follow along for live updates from the Week 13 matchup.

The mass adoption of digital ID and digital driver's licenses has raised questions about privacy and personal security.

The Illini never trailed in the first half, then bogged down in the second. It looked like early-season basketball.

The inaugural Illinois Comic Con is underway in Peoria, featuring celebrity guests, cosplay, gaming, and hundreds of vendors, and is expected to support local businesses and draw strong attendance.

The last time Illinois reached the national title game, in 2005, their route went Indianapolis to Chicago to St. Louis. This year’s potential route would reverse that trip. It’s the kind of cosmic detail that fans – rightfully or not – take as a sign that something special may be building.