Jihad Ward encouraging younger teammates "to be better than me"

Jihad Ward (17) during Illinois’ game vs. Western Illinois.

By Joey Gelman

Illini Defensive Lineman Jihad Ward sits down with The Daily Illini’s Dan Collins and Joey Gelman to breakdown the close win over Middle Tennessee State University last weekend. They also  preview what to expect from their first Big Ten Game of the season against Nebraska. They get an inside look on why Ward wears the # 17, his love for Philadelphia sports, and the always tough question of ” where to find the best Philly Cheese Steak” outside of Philly.