A day after landing a talented defensive back transfer, the Illini provided him with a coach. Illinois announced the hire of defensive backs coach Corey Parker on Monday, taking the role formerly held by guys including Purdue head coach Ryan Walters and current Illinois defensive coordinator Aaron Henry.
Benjamin Fader is a journalist who focuses on local sports coverage in Champaign, Illinois. He writes for The Daily Illini, covering a range of sports including football, basketball, golf, and cross country. Benjamin provides in-depth analysis, game recaps, and updates on the performance of the University of Illinois athletic teams.