Lovie was a big name that brought some attention to the program. The program was a complete dumpster fire when Lovie took the job. I don't believe it is now. I'm pretty optimistic about Illinois. Some of the pieces that are still in place were probably attractive to Bielema in his decision to take the job. Absolutely no doubt that Whitman decided that it was long past time to invest in the program. He deserves credit for that, and the improvements to Ubben. Keep in mind that Whitman hired Lovie, even extended his contract...Groce too. So, if you're going to give credit solely to Whitman, it only goes to reason that you blame him for the status that was Illinois football and basketball. I know the Lovie haters in the forum can't give the man any credit. I get that. I will always believe that Lovie is a man of integrity that did good things for the program.