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Illinois: Sources tell FootballScoop Mike Phair, who had been promoted to defensive coordinator by Bill Cubit, will be retained by Lovie. We also hear that Mikal and Matt Smith are both expected to join their father’s staff. Running backs coach Nathan Scheelchaase (a former Illini quarterback) is expected to be given the opportunity to stay on in some capacity sources tell FootballScoop.
Illinois: Sources tell FootballScoop Mike Phair, who had been promoted to defensive coordinator by Bill Cubit, will be retained by Lovie. We also hear that Mikal and Matt Smith are both expected to join their father’s staff. Running backs coach Nathan Scheelchaase (a former Illini quarterback) is expected to be given the opportunity to stay on in some capacity sources tell FootballScoop.
