This Week in History

Jan. 29, 1983: Behind a career-high 29 points from Derek Harper, Illinois defeated Michigan at Crisler Arena, 87-74. It was Lou Henson's first coaching win in Ann Arbor in eight tries.

Happy 33rd Birthday on Thursday (Jan. 29) to former Michigan State quarterback Connor Cook. For his career, Cook completed 673 of 1,170 passes for a school record 9,194 yards with 71 touchdowns.

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