Illinois Football

South Carolina v Illinois - Cheez-It Citrus Bowl

Experience will be key to Illinois punching ticket to College Football Playoff

PTO means something completely different to Illinois head coach Bret Bielema

Illinois football projected offensive depth chart for the 2025 season

A big-time weapon for Illinois football is getting some big-time recognition

Illinois football trying to get in the mix for Texas rising star

South Carolina v Illinois - Cheez-It Citrus Bowl

Xavier Scott adding to his rapidly rising Illinois football stock

Gabe Jacas eyed as top defensive player in all of college football

Bret Bielema’s offseason recruiting efforts getting preseason recognition

Luke Altmyer, South Carolina v Illinois - Cheez-It Citrus Bowl

Illinois HC Bret Bielema has high praise for his starting QB

Sep 14, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema on the sidelines during the second half against the Central Michigan Chippewas at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Bret Bielema’s quarterback room competence is what keeps Illinois football afloat

Dec 31, 2024; Orlando, FL, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini quarterback Luke Altmyer (9) gets ready to throw the ball against the South Carolina Gamecocks in the first quarter at Camping World Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Reper-Imagn Images

Luke Altmyer keeps building his Illinois football legend

Nov 30, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini running back Aidan Laughery (21) celebrates with quarterback Luke Altmyer (9) after scoring a touchdown against the Northwestern Wildcats.

Lone Illinois offensive star on 2025 Maxwell Award Watch List for Fighting Illini

Monster in-state 4-star OL schedules unofficial visit with Fighting Illini

Jan 2, 2023; Tampa, FL, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema takes the field fro the the 2023 ReliaQuest Bowl against the Mississippi State Bulldogs at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

Illinois football shocks recruiting world with massive quarterback commit

Chicago Bears Introduce Ben Johnson as Head Coach

Chicago Bears missed the boat when it came to imitating Illinois

Illinois football players with the most to gain during the 2025 season

Jul 23, 2025; Englewood, CO, USA; Denver Broncos wide receiver Pat Bryant (13) during Denver Broncos Training Camp. Mandatory Credit: Isaiah J. Downing-Imagn Images

Pat Bryant starting fast could be in order for the Denver Broncos

Oct 26, 2024; Eugene, Oregon, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema watches players warm up before a game against the Oregon Ducks at Autzen Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

New metric will have Illinois fresh for a run at the College Football Playoff

Oct 19, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini quarterback Luke Altmyer (9) celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the Michigan Wolverines.

NFL franchise seemingly copies the Fighting Illini's throwback uniforms

Jul 22, 2025; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Illinois head coach Bret Bielema speaks to the media during the Big Ten NCAA college football media days at Mandalay Bay Resort. Mandatory Credit: Lucas Peltier-Imagn Images

How Illinois head coach Bret Bielema handles NIL with a development focus

Luke Altmyer talks Illinois challenges that fueled 2024 at Big Ten Media Days

Illinois football CB Xavier Scott keeps it real at Big Ten Media Days

Luke Altmyer's NFL Draft stock is a fluid situation heading into key Illinois season

Two Illinois football players reach elite status in the Big Ten

Aug 29, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema hugs running back Josh McCray (6) before the first half at Memorial Stadium.

Jacob Eberhart reason behind his commitment will have Illinois fans in tears

Massive letdowns have plagued Illinois football, but 2025 is a different animal

Dec 31, 2024; Orlando, FL, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini defensive back Jaheim Clarke (25) celebrates his fumble recovery against the South Carolina Gamecocks in the third quarter at Camping World Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Reper-Imagn Images

Illinois football among the elite in the Big Ten to start the 2025 campaign

Nov 11, 2023; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema reacts to a call during the second half against the Indiana Hoosiers at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Illinois vs. Indiana position breakdown of the biggest game in series history

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