In this episode of Saturday vs Sunday, I break down Indiana’s absolute demolition of Illinois in their Big Ten opener — a 63–10 rout that erased any doubts about who the better team was.From the very start, Illinois looked completely unprepared. Their offensive line was manhandled, giving up seven sacks and producing just two net rushing yards. On the defensive side, they couldn’t stop anything — Indiana racked up 580 yards of total offense, including 312 on the ground. It was one of the most lopsided performances I’ve seen in a Big Ten matchup in years.The stars of the show were Fernando Mendoza and Elijah Sarratt. Mendoza delivered a near-flawless performance, going 21-for-23 with five touchdown passes for 267 yards. He looked completely in control, making smart decisions and showing why he’s one of the most efficient quarterbacks in the country. His chemistry with Elijah Sarratt was on full display, as Sarratt consistently found space, made big plays, and helped keep the Hoosiers’ offense rolling all night.Illinois came into the season hyped as a potential dark horse in the Big Ten, but this game exposed them as overvalued and underprepared. Meanwhile, Indiana proved they’re still the Indiana we saw last season — feeding opponents into the woodchipper with relentless efficiency on both sides of the ball.If Mendoza and Sarratt continue at this pace, Indiana will be a serious problem for anyone standing in their way. This wasn’t just a win — it was a statement.

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