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Apr 3, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood talks with forward David Mirkovic (0) during a practice session ahead of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-Imagn Images

David Mirkovic injury update has Illinois basketball breathing better

Rees Woodcock

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Aug 4, 2026

Heart-wrenching David Mirkovic surgery news comes with silver lining for Illinois

Ericka Brockish

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Aug 4, 2026

Brad Underwood and Illinois have a target on their back now more than ever

Ericka Brockish

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Aug 4, 2026

Projected Illinois football depth chart exudes confidence for the 2026 season

Rees Woodcock

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Aug 4, 2026

Clearwater Central Catholic's Quarterback Jershaun Newton (1) finds running room during early first quarter action. The Clearwater Central Catholic Marauders traveled to Jacksonville, FL to take on the University Christian Christians in the Florida High School Athletic Association Class 1M starts football semifinal match Friday, December 2, 2022. The Marauders came away with a 29 to 34 win over the Christians.

Bret Bielema makes intriguing position switch early in Illinois football fall practice

Rees Woodcock

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Aug 4, 2026

Sep 27, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema looks on as Southern California Trojans quarterback Jayden Maiava (14) talks with an official during the first half at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Illinois football loses promising young talent ahead of the 2026 season

Rees Woodcock

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Aug 4, 2026

Oct 11, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini defensive lineman Tomiwa Durojaiye (36) and defensive lineman James Thompson Jr. (90) react during the first quarter against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Illinois seriously dropped the ball for annual ‘Hail to the Orange Out’ game opponent

Ericka Brockish

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Aug 3, 2026

Illinois coach Chris Tamas, center, brings his team together during the first set against the Oregon Ducks at Matthew Knight Arena.

Chris Tamas' contract extension makes no sense based on recent Illinois volleyball history

Ericka Brockish

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Aug 3, 2026

Illinois forward Berry Wallace (23) brings the ball past Vanderbilt guard Justine Pissott (13) during the second half of a second round NCAA college basketball tournament game at Memorial Gym in Nashville, Tenn., Monday, March 23, 2026.

Illinois basketball star has ice in veins, as numbers show clutch gene

Rees Woodcock

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Aug 3, 2026

Feb 12, 2006; Columbus, OH, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard (11) Dee Brown talks to a ref during a free throw for the Ohio State Buckeyes in the first half at Value City Arena. Buckeyes beat the Fighting Illini 69-53. Mandatory Credit: Photo By Matthew Emmons- USA TODAY Sports Copyright © 2006 Matthew Emmons

5 Illinois basketball players who would have changed everything with a 5th year of eligibility

Rees Woodcock

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Aug 2, 2026

Mar 26, 2026; Houston, TX, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Kylan Boswell (4) reacts against the Houston Cougars in the first half during a Sweet Sixteen game of the South Regional of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images

Kylan Boswell potentially returning is not what Illinois basketball needs right now

Kellen Sherman

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Aug 2, 2026

Apr 4, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood reacts against the Connecticut Huskies in the second half during a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Deutsch-Imagn Images

Huge Illinois basketball recruiting target keeps showing off 5-star talent

Kellen Sherman

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Aug 2, 2026

Illinois Fighting Illini fans cheer during the NCAA football game against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Gies Memorial Stadium in Champaign on Oct. 11, 2025. Ohio State won 34-16.

Illinois football game day experience is about to get a shot in the arm

Kellen Sherman

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Aug 2, 2026

Apr 4, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood reacts after a play against the UConn Huskies during the first half of a semifinal of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

Brad Underwood is adamant about playing to Illinois' biggest strength this season

Ericka Brockish

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Jul 31, 2026

Feb 2, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood reacts after a talk with an official during the second half against the Ohio State Buckeyes at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

5-star Illinois basketball recruiting target gives NBA All-Star an earful

Rees Woodcock

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Jul 31, 2026

Sep 7, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini defensive back Xavier Scott (14) intercepts the ball in front of Kansas Jayhawks wide receiver Quentin Skinner (0) during the first half at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Key betting odds show Illinois football should feast on the Big Ten in 2026

Rees Woodcock

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Jul 31, 2026

Jan 19, 2016; Bloomington, IN, USA; Indiana Hoosiers head coach Tom Crean calls out a play in the first half of the game against the Illinois Fighting Illini at Assembly Hall. The Indiana Hoosiers beat the Illinois Fighting Illini by the score of 103-69. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois basketball needs immense credit for a former Indiana coach's expertise

Rees Woodcock

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Jul 30, 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 leaves no doubt he's back to 100 percent for Illinois at Big Ten Media Days

Ericka Brockish

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Jul 30, 2026

Sep 25, 2025; Greenville, North Carolina, USA; East Carolina Pirates quarterback Katin Houser (4) looks on during the warmups before the game against the Army Black Knights at Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images

Katin Houser quote on guiding Illinois shows how unselfish the new QB is

Ericka Brockish

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Jul 29, 2026

Oct 16, 2025; Greenville, North Carolina, USA; East Carolina Pirates quarterback Katin Houser (4) runs with the ball against the Tulsa Golden Hurricane during the second half at Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images

Katin Houser downplaying his run ability shouldn't worry Illinois fans

Ericka Brockish

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Jul 29, 2026

Illinois forward Cearah Parchment (30), guard Aaliyah Guyton (1), and forward Berry Wallace (23) celebrate defeating Colorado in the first round of the NCAA college basketball tournament at Memorial Gym in Nashville, Tenn., Saturday, March 21, 2026.

Illinois basketball dives deeper into the meat and potatoes of building a great program

Kellen Sherman

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Jul 29, 2026

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

Big Ten Media Days gives peek into Bret Bielema’s thoughts on Illinois football future

Rees Woodcock

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Jul 29, 2026

Sep 27, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema gives players a hand after a 34-32 win against the Southern California Trojans at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Bret Bielema brought Illinois out of college football's basement and multiple stats prove it

Ericka Brockish

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Jul 28, 2026

Sep 20, 2024; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini offensive lineman Brandon Henderson (94) scores a touchdown against the Nebraska Cornhuskers during the fourth quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images

Bret Bielema silences worry over major Illinois concern leading up to camp and Week 1

Ericka Brockish

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Jul 28, 2026

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

Bret Bielema gives secret recipe to make Illinois football a contender

Rees Woodcock

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Jul 28, 2026

Oct 4, 2025; West Lafayette, Indiana, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema watches warm ups before the game against the Purdue Boilermakers at Ross-Ade Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Marc Lebryk-Imagn Images

Bret Bielema's massive dig at the SEC kicks of Big Ten Media Days with a bang

Ericka Brockish

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Jul 28, 2026

Feb 14, 2026; Providence, Rhode Island, USA; Providence College Friars guard Stefan Vaaks (7) dribbles during the first half of the game against the St. John’s University Red Storm at Amica Mutual Pavilion. Mandatory Credit: Natalie Reid-Imagn Images

Brad Underwood addresses biggest offseason challenge for Illinois basketball

Rees Woodcock

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Jul 28, 2026

Apr 3, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood speaks during a press conference ahead of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tournament at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Brad Underwood gives an Andrej Stojakovic update that silences any worries for Illinois

Ericka Brockish

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Jul 28, 2026

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