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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

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

Kellen Sherman

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Aug 21, 2026

Former Illinois wrecking ball Jer'zhan Newton hit with major injury in 2026 NFL season

Ericka Brockish

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Aug 20, 2026

Bret Bielema using Chicago area football to build foundation at Illinois

Rees Woodcock

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Aug 20, 2026

Oct 25, 2025; Annapolis, Maryland, USA; Florida Atlantic Owls wide receiver Jayshon Platt (3) takes a moment after scoring a first quarter touchdown against the Navy Midshipmen at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images

Illinois transfer Jayshon Platt continues rise after being named a top college wide receiver

Kellen Sherman

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Aug 20, 2026

Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood leads a team huddle Saturday, March 21, 2026, during the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament second round game against the VCU Rams at Bon Secours Wellness Arena in Greenville, South Carolina.

Illinois basketball enters sweepstakes for huge 2028 5-star recruit

Rees Woodcock

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Aug 20, 2026

Illinois v UConn

Quentin Coleman can be more than just a Keaton Wagler replacement for Illinois

Ericka Brockish

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Aug 19, 2026

Mar 28, 2026; Houston, TX, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood celebrates after cutting down the net after defeating the Iowa Hawkeyes in an Elite Eight game of the South Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

Two massive 5-star recruits could enable Illinois basketball to be a big boy

Rees Woodcock

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Aug 18, 2026

Sep 27, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini running back Ca'Lil Valentine (5) runs the ball as Southern California Trojans safety Kendarius Reddick (41) defends during the first half at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

All eyes on Ca'Lil Valentine, as Illinois lead running back makes distinguished award list

Kellen Sherman

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Aug 18, 2026

NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament – Final Four – Indianapolis

Brad Underwood locks in another 5-star official visit with Navarro Bowman Jr.

Ericka Brockish

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Aug 18, 2026

Illinois Fighting Illini guard Aaliyah Guyton (1) drives to the basket Friday, March 6, 2026, during a Big Ten women's basketball tournament game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis.

Aaliyah Guyton's heroics not enough to lift Brazil to win in international play

Kellen Sherman

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Aug 18, 2026

Oct 11, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema during warmups prior to a game against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Illinois football has next man up mentality after tough fall camp injury news

Rees Woodcock

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Aug 18, 2026

Jun 1, 2024; Lexington, KY, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini pitcher Payton Hutchings (12) stands on the mound during the second inning against the Kentucky Wildcats at Kentucky Proud Park. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-USA TODAY Sports

Dan Hartleb gets another strong arm commitment for the future of Illinois baseball

Kellen Sherman

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Aug 18, 2026

Illinois v Washington

Predicting where each Illinois opponent will stand when they actually meet in 2026

Ericka Brockish

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Aug 17, 2026

Nov 15, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini wide receiver Hudson Clement (13) reacts after a catch and run during the first half against the Maryland Terrapins at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

College Football Playoff hopes for Illinois comes down to three key games

Rees Woodcock

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Aug 17, 2026

Illinois v UConn

Brad Underwood stacks 5-star official visits with Darius Wabbington coming to Illinois

Ericka Brockish

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Aug 17, 2026

Sep 6, 2025; Durham, North Carolina, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema reacts during the third quarter against the Duke Blue Devils at Wallace Wade Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Zachary Taft-Imagn Images

Illinois football has another uphill climb to prove AP Top 25 doubters wrong

Rees Woodcock

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Aug 17, 2026

Sep 13, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema reacts during the second half against the Western Michigan Broncos at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Prediction of first AP Top 25 should have Illinois football fans annoyed

Rees Woodcock

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Aug 16, 2026

Mar 28, 2026; Houston, TX, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini forward David Mirkovic (0) looks on in the second half against the Illinois Fighting Illini during an Elite Eight game of the South Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Maria Lysaker-Imagn Images

David Mirkovic named at top of his position heading into crucial Illinois basketball season

Kellen Sherman

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Aug 16, 2026

Oct 4, 2025; West Lafayette, Indiana, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini running back Ca'Lil Valentine (5) celebrates a touchdown during the second quarter against the Purdue Boilermakers at Ross-Ade Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Marc Lebryk-Imagn Images

Game-by-game prediction for the Illinois football 2026 season

Rees Woodcock

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Aug 16, 2026

Feb 5, 2026; San Jose, CA, USA; Seattle Seahawks cornerback Devon Witherspoon (21) talks to media members at the San Jose Marriott. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

Devon Witherspoon sets NFL and Illinois football history with his bank account

Rees Woodcock

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Aug 15, 2026

Illinois v Wisconsin

Bret Bielema's injury updates could hurt the depth of Illinois' receiving game

Ericka Brockish

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Aug 14, 2026

Hoban linebacker Brydon Feister sacks Hudson quarterback Nathan Judy during the first half of a Division II regional semifinal, Nov. 14, 2025.

Illinois football sends offer to monstrous Midwest athlete to bolster defense

Kellen Sherman

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Aug 13, 2026

Apr 2, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Illinois head coach Brad Underwood during a press conference ahead of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-Imagn Images

Illinois basketball a part of Brady Pettigrew’s worst kept official visit secret

Rees Woodcock

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Aug 13, 2026

Detroit Lions quarterback Luke Altmyer (2) hands the ball to running back Isiah Pacheco (10) at practice during training camp at Meijer Performance Center in Allen Park on Thursday, July 30, 2026.

Luke Altmyer gets a cold welcome to the NFL moment with first Detroit Lions drive

Rees Woodcock

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Aug 13, 2026

Jun 23, 2026; New York, NY, USA; NBA commissioner Adam Silver annouces the fifth pick in the 2026 NBA draft, Illinois guard Keaton Wagler after he was selected by the Los Angeles Clippers at Barclays Center. Mandatory Credit: Brad Penner-Imagn Images

Keaton Wagler gives Oscar-worthy performance for the Los Angeles Clippers

Rees Woodcock

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Aug 13, 2026

NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament – Final Four – Indianapolis

Brad Underwood lands coveted official visit from 5-star Illinois native Brady Pettigrew

Ericka Brockish

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Aug 13, 2026

Dec 31, 2024; Orlando, FL, USA; A Illinois Fighting Illini helmet sitting on confetti after the game against the South Carolina Gamecocks at Camping World Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Reper-Imagn Images

Farmington could hold the key to the future of Illinois football

Rees Woodcock

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Aug 12, 2026

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