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Oct 19, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema leads his team into the stadium before kickoff against the Michigan Wolverines game at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Illinois football rocked the house at Wrigley Tuesday night during the Cubs game

Kellen Sherman

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Jun 3, 2026

Illinois Football has their quarterback for 2026 but the questions don't stop there

Kamden Wollard

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Jun 3, 2026

Illinois moving quickly on committed in-state recruit in hopes of a big flip

Rees Woodcock

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Jun 3, 2026

A sneaky commitment gives Illinois football a freak on defense

Rees Woodcock

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Jun 1, 2026

Nov 15, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini wide receiver Hudson Clement (13) catches a touchdown pass as Maryland Terrapins defensive back Lavain Scruggs (13) pursues during the first half at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Illinois football needs huge seasons out of these leaders if success is to continue

Owen Christopher

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May 30, 2026

Sep 8, 2023; Lawrence, Kansas, USA; A general view of the helmet worn by Illinois Fighting Illini offensive lineman Zachary Barlev (68) during the first half against the Kansas Jayhawks at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

Illinois football makes top 3 for elite 2027 wide receiver recruit

Rees Woodcock

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May 26, 2026

Sep 20, 2025; Bloomington, Indiana, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema talks to a referee prior to the game against the Indiana Hoosiers at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Goddin-Imagn Images

Massive 4-star recruit an uphill battle for Illinois football with commitment on horizon

Rees Woodcock

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May 23, 2026

Kenyon Norman (3) of Lakota East is dropped for a loss by Roman Combs (23) of Lakota West at the Greater Miami Conference football game, Oct. 24, 2025.

Bret Bielema looks to reliable Illinois football recruiting well for another key defender

Rees Woodcock

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May 22, 2026

Aug 29, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema leads his team during the Illini Walk before an NCAA football game against the Western Illinois Leathernecks at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Illinois football battling big boys in sweepstakes for diamond in the rough transfer portal talent

Rees Woodcock

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May 21, 2026

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

Bret Bielema knows what is best when it comes to College Football Playoff expansion

Rees Woodcock

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May 21, 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

Illinois football joins heated battle for highly sought after Ohio recruit

Rees Woodcock

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May 20, 2026

Aug 29, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema before a game with the Western Illinois Leathernecks at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Rising 2027 wide receiver marks Illinois football as first official visit

Rees Woodcock

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May 17, 2026

Nov 24, 2018; Evanston, IL, USA; A detailed view of a Illinois Fighting Illini helmet before a game against the Northwestern Wildcats at Ryan Field. Mandatory Credit: Mike DiNovo-Imagn Images

Illinois football commit has the framework to be a monster at the next level

Rees Woodcock

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May 17, 2026

Reed Gerken was at Ohio Stadium to watch the Ohio State Buckeyes take on the Michigan Wolverines in an NCAA football game on Saturday Nov. 30, 2024.

Illinois football in a heated battle as a key recruit narrows list to top 4

Rees Woodcock

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May 15, 2026

Morton lineman Soren Fifer, left, protects the quarterback in the second half of their Week 4 high school football game against Metamora on Friday, Sept. 19, 2025 in Morton. The Redbirds defeated the Potters 43-40.

Bret Bielema is beefing up the Illinois football roster with another in-state commitment

Rees Woodcock

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May 14, 2026

Sep 13, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema shakes hands with fans before an NCAA game against the Western Michigan Broncos at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Illinois football just got Katin Houser a brand new toy for the 2026 season

Rees Woodcock

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May 13, 2026

Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema walks across the field as the team arrives prior to the NCAA football game against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Gies Memorial Stadium in Champaign on Oct. 11, 2025.

Massive in-state Illinois football recruiting target is set to make a decision

Rees Woodcock

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May 9, 2026

Dec 30, 2025; Nashville, TN, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini quarterback Ethan Hampton (10), quarterback Luke Altmyer (9), and offensive lineman Josh Kreutz (64) hoist the trophy during the second half at Nissan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

Chicago Bears don’t have a time machine, as former Illinois player has surreal moment

Rees Woodcock

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May 9, 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

Top 5 recruits Illinois football needs to land from massive June official visits

Rees Woodcock

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May 8, 2026

Nov 1, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini linebacker Gabe Jacas

Former Illinois LB Gabe Jacas' offseason work with a 4-time Pro Bowler clearly paid off

Sam Fariss

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May 6, 2026

Nov 1, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema greets fans before an NCAA game against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

A massive new Illinois football recruiting target could be an upgrade for 2027

Rees Woodcock

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May 2, 2026

Illinois coach Bret Bielema disputes a call in the first quarter of the Music City Bowl against Tennessee in an NCAA football game on Dec. 30, 2025, in Nashville, Tennessee.

4-star Illinois football recruiting target backs away from Big Ten foe

Kellen Sherman

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Apr 30, 2026

Dec 31, 2024; Orlando, FL, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini running back Josh McCray (6) celebrates winning the MVP after the game against the South Carolina Gamecocks at Camping World Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Reper-Imagn Images

Bret Bielema still clearly salty about Illinois football transfer portal departure

Rees Woodcock

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Apr 27, 2026

Feb 28, 2026; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Illinois quarterback Luke Altmyer (QB03) during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Detroit Lions will provide Luke Altmyer some of the best teachers in the Motor City

Kellen Sherman

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Apr 27, 2026

Nov 15, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema greets players.

Bret Bielema has rebuilt Illinois football and the last 5 NFL Drafts prove it

Sam Fariss

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Apr 27, 2026

Illinois defensive back Miles Scott (10) celebrates after defeating Tennessee the Liberty Mutual Music City Bowl at Nissan Stadium in Nashville, Tenn., Tuesday, Dec. 30, 2025.

Denver Broncos are a walking billboard for every Illinois football recruiting trip

Rees Woodcock

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Apr 26, 2026

Illinois football key cog getting golden opportunity with rising NFL team

Rees Woodcock

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Apr 26, 2026

New England Patriots again look to Illinois football for Super Bowl recipe

Rees Woodcock

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Apr 25, 2026

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