Bret Bielema spoke at his first press conference since the news about Paul Chryst’s firing came out. Bielema mentioned his ties to Wisconsin, but thinks more people should be talking about his history with Iowa per 247Sports’ Jeremy Werner.

Bielema did coach at Wisconsin from 2006-2012, but he also played DL for Iowa in the late 80s and early 90s. Bielema was also a graduate assistant and LB coach at Iowa from 1994-2001.

He proved that he has more history with Iowa by talking about a tattoo he got when he was 19.

“Heck, I got the tattoo, the famous tattoo,” said Bielema. “Great idea when you’re 19.”

Illinois beat Wisconsin 34-10 in Chryst’s last game as HC. The defense was able to shut down Braelon Allen and the Badgers rushing attack, holding them to just 2 yards rushing as a team.

Illinois’ next three games are all against B1G West teams. Iowa, Minnesota, and Nebraska are up next on the schedule.

Illinois and Iowa kick off Saturday 7:30 p.m. ET on BTN.