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Illinois robbed of representation on College Football 26

Illinois has a chance to have a special 2025 campaign, but there is still no love coming from a big-time video game.
Rees Woodcock|May 27, 2025

Game-by-game predictions for the Fighting Illini's 2025 football season

Bret Bielema and the Illinois Fighting Illini hope to build on their success from last year as they look toward the 2025 football season.
Sam Fariss|May 27, 2025

Illinois has work to do after two rounds at the NCAA Championship

The Illinois golf team has some work to do after a tough second round at the NCAA Championship.
Rees Woodcock|May 25, 2025

Illinois golfer providing great value bet in final round of Charles Schwab Challenge

The Charles Schwab Challenge is entering the final round, and there is a great betting opportunity from a former Illinois golfer.
Rees Woodcock|May 25, 2025

Terrence Shannon Jr. fuels Minnesota's huge first half in Western Conference Finals

Terrence Shannon Jr. isn't used much on the Minnesota roster, but he helped fuel a massive first half against the Thunder.
Rees Woodcock|May 25, 2025

Illinois needs 2026 recruiting momentum to flow into 2027

Recruiting has been on fire for the Illinois football program, but can that momentum be sustained?
Rees Woodcock|May 24, 2025

In transfer portal era, Underwood addresses Illinois needs over recruiting ranking

The transfer portal can get crazy at times, but Illinois basketball has done a great job adjusting under Brad Underwood.
Rees Woodcock|May 24, 2025

Elite in-state recruits get big recruiting push from Illinois football

Illinois has two massive in-state targets, and the coaching staff was in hot pursuit of both players on Friday.
Rees Woodcock|May 24, 2025

Illinois looks to strike gold again with a prime Chicago recruit

The Illinois football program is looking to be competitive long term, and landing this massive recruit would help.
Rees Woodcock|May 24, 2025

Illini not out yet as three-star CB Nick Hankins Jr. weighs hometown loyalty

A three-star cornerback prospect in the class of 2026 included the Illinois Fighting Illini within his top five schools in his recruitment process.
Sam Fariss|May 23, 2025

4-star Missouri athlete has Illinois as a top contender for commitment

The top list is out for a four-star recruit, and Illinois is squarely in the mix for the legacy recruit.
Rees Woodcock|May 22, 2025

Illinois pass rusher included on ESPN's top 25 playmakers in college football

Illinois’ Gabe Jacas earns praise for pass rushing in ESPN’s top 25 playmakers spot for 2025. Is he the next J.J. Watt?
Jon Rhoades|May 22, 2025

Amid huge Illinois recruiting day, 1 JUCO star's commitment slipped through the cracks

Between King Liggins and Nasir Ranking committing to the Fighting Illini, the commitment of a star JUCO cornerback went overlooked.
Sam Fariss|May 22, 2025

2-way, 2-sport athlete Nasir Rankin adds juice to the Illinois athletic department

Both Bret Bielema and Brad Underwood gained a big-time recruit when four-star athlete Nasir Rankin committed to the Illinois Fighting Illini.
Sam Fariss|May 22, 2025

Instant impact transfer portal DB picks Illinois as his landing spot

The transfer portal struck on Wednesday, as the Illinois football team brought in a talented defensive back.
Rees Woodcock|May 21, 2025

Illinois shocking the world with massive recruiting day

Illinois football added to the roster for 2026 in a huge way on Wednesday afternoon.
Rees Woodcock|May 21, 2025

After a huge commitment, Illinois strengthens class of 2026

Illinois football is building something special in Champaign, and another recruit joined the program on Wednesday.
Rees Woodcock|May 21, 2025

Fighting Illini take over Chicago, landing stars from Illinois' biggest city

The Illinois football program gained two big-time commitments when Chicago standouts committed to the Fighting Illini.
Sam Fariss|May 21, 2025

Illinois pounces with offer, as 2026 point guard has huge AAU showing

The Illinois basketball team needs more talent in the future, and this big-time point guard would do the trick.
Rees Woodcock|May 21, 2025

Don’t look now, but Illinois has a top 10 quarterback in the country

Illinois has a chance to do something pretty special in 2025, as we have one of the top quarterbacks in the country.
Rees Woodcock|May 21, 2025
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