Mike Carpenter returns with the fifth season of The 200 Level, along with high expectations for the 2023 Illinois football team. First, he discusses how this season looks to be different than past follow-up disappointments (e.g. 2002 and 2008) and offers three reasons to be confident in Bret Bielema's squad. Then, he's joined by Illini offensive coordinator Barry Lunney for a wide-ranging 30-minute interview.