Penn State was able to finish the 2011 season with a 9-4 overall record, despite all the drama going on with the Jerry Sandusky scandal and firing of head coach Joe Paterno.
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Illinois Football: Fighting Ilini Could Surprise in Big Ten Leaders
Illinois found its way into the record books for an unwanted reason last season. It became the first FBS school to finish the regular season 6-6 after winning its first six games.
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