Brent lets hair down at Illinois

<font size="2"> Like Illinois sophomore tight end Michael Hoomanwanui, freshman defensive tackle Josh Brent joined the Illini football program after graduating from Bloomington Central Catholic High School, where there are strict rules for dress and appearance.</font>

<font size="2"> At Illinois, Brent has let his hair grow, just as Hoomanawanui did a year ago in part to enjoy his Hawaiian heritage. But Brent's wild, curly hairstyle has nothing to do with Hawaii.</font>

<font size="2"> "He looks like Don King right now,'' Hoomanawanui said.</font>