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Brayden Trimble is the obvious answer to Illinois' WR problems and Bret Bielema knows it

Ericka Brockish

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Aug 26, 2026

Bret Bielema dodged a bullet with newest Illinois additions now deemed ineligible

Ericka Brockish

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Aug 26, 2026

Illinois football will need a massive youth movement after bad injury news

Rees Woodcock

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Aug 26, 2026

2027 NBA Draft projected to have Illinois basketball fingerprints all over it

Rees Woodcock

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Aug 26, 2026

Nov 29, 2024; San Jose, California, USA; San Jose State Spartans quarterback Walker Eget (5) looks on against the Stanford Cardinal in the second quarter at CEFCU Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Eakin Howard-Imagn Images

Illinois football looks to sweep Duke, as Blue Devils name starting quarterback

Rees Woodcock

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Aug 26, 2026

Feb 15, 2026; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini forward Zvonimir Ivisic (44) smiles as teammates play on the court during the second half against the Indiana Hoosiers at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Brad Underwood has Illinois basketball locked and loaded with top 100 players

Rees Woodcock

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Aug 26, 2026

Jayshon Platt's injury brings questions to Illinois' already thin wide receiver room

Ericka Brockish

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Aug 25, 2026

4-star Illinois commit Quinton Kitt's official visit feels more like a formality at this point

Ericka Brockish

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Aug 25, 2026

Bret Bielema's depth-building hopes cut off at the legs by Big Ten's new NFL rule

Ericka Brockish

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Aug 25, 2026

Jun 25, 2025; Brooklyn, NY, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini mens basketball head coach Brad Underwood reacts after Will Riley is selected as the 21st pick by the Utah Jazz in the first round of the 2025 NBA Draft at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Illinois basketball roster looks juicy if report of 5-star recruit comes true

Rees Woodcock

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Aug 25, 2026

Dec 30, 2025; Nashville, TN, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema calls time out against the Tennessee Volunteers during the second half at Nissan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

Bret Bielema chimes in on eligibility madness, gives two Illinois players he wants back

Kellen Sherman

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Aug 25, 2026

Nov 23, 2024; Piscataway, New Jersey, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema looks on during the second half against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights at SHI Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Big Ten rival names a familiar face to Illinois football as starting quarterback

Rees Woodcock

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Aug 25, 2026

Aug 22, 2026; Detroit, Michigan, USA; Detroit Lions quarterback Luke Altmyer (2) throws the ball against the Washington Commanders in the second half at Ford Field. Mandatory Credit: David Reginek-Imagn Images

NFL preseason giving Illinois football quarterbacks a chance to shine

Rees Woodcock

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Aug 24, 2026

Dec 13, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood before the first half against the Nebraska Cornhuskers at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Illinois basketball has the exact roster needed for Quentin Coleman to succeed

Rees Woodcock

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Aug 24, 2026

Projecting Illinois Week 1 depth chart will fall camp coming to a close

Ericka Brockish

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Aug 24, 2026

Katin Houser made the QB decision easy for Bret Bielema at Illinois

Ericka Brockish

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Aug 24, 2026

Sep 14, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini defensive back Xavier Scott (14) and teammates celebrate after a 30-9 victory over the Central Michigan Chippewas at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Xavier Scott notches watch list spot, as table set for a big season with Illinois football

Kellen Sherman

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Aug 24, 2026

Dec 30, 2025; Nashville, TN, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema watches against the Tennessee Volunteers during the second half at Nissan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

Bennett Konkey has Illinois football fans' jaws dropping with massive start to 2026 season

Kellen Sherman

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Aug 24, 2026

Principia Panthers guard Quentin Coleman (11) goes for a lay up during a City of Palms Classic semifinal game against the Paul VI Panthers at Suncoast Credit Union Arena in Fort Myers, Fla., on Monday, Dec. 22, 2025.

Key Illinois basketball freshman has NBA scouts eyeing him entering first year

Rees Woodcock

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Aug 23, 2026

Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Shauna Green calls out to her team Friday, March 6, 2026, during a Big Ten women's basketball tournament game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.

Illinois basketball explores key players' journeys back from serious injury

Kellen Sherman

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Aug 23, 2026

Apr 4, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Keaton Wagler (23) dribbles the ball against UConn Huskies guard Solo Ball (1) in the first half during a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Keaton Wagler could give Illinois basketball rare achievement in the NBA

Rees Woodcock

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Aug 22, 2026

Sep 14, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini defensive back Matthew Bailey (7) pursues Central Michigan Chippewas wide receiver Jordyn Williams (18) during the first half at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Matthew Bailey looks to cap off illustrious Illinois football career with prestigious award

Kellen Sherman

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Aug 22, 2026

Illinois Fighting Illini forward David Mirkovic (0) reacts as he is introduced during practice ahead of a Final Four game on Friday, April 3, 2026, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis.

Illinois basketball adds layer of difficulty to non-conference gauntlet

Rees Woodcock

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Aug 22, 2026

Brad Underwood's official visit hot streak continues with 5-star SF Moussa Kamissoko

Ericka Brockish

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Aug 21, 2026

Bret Bielema just got burned by fifth-year eligibility ruling reversal

Ericka Brockish

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Aug 21, 2026

Oct 23, 2021; University Park, Pennsylvania, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema reacts to a call against the Penn State Nittany Lions during the first half at Beaver Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois football has a glaring snub on the All-Decade Big Ten Team

Rees Woodcock

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Aug 21, 2026

Feb 21, 2026; Los Angeles, California, USA; Illinois players Keaton Wagler (23), Andrej Stojakovic (2), David Mirkovic (0), Zvonimir Ivisic (44) and IBen Humrichous (3) during the 2nd half against the UCLA Bruins at Pauley Pavilion presented by Wescom Financial. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-Imagn Images

ChatGPT gives epic matchup to determine best Illinois basketball team of all time

Rees Woodcock

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Aug 21, 2026

Nov 30, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini defensive back Matthew Bailey (7) holds the ÒLand of LincolnÓ trophy after a game against the Northwestern Wildcats at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images

Illinois football captains are exactly what this roster needs to be successful in 2026

Kellen Sherman

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Aug 21, 2026

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