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

Illinois football is building Katin Houser into a robot for the 2026 season

Kellen Sherman

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Aug 27, 2026

Despite AP Top 25 lack of confidence, how quickly can Illinois football be ranked?

Owen Christopher

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Aug 27, 2026

Bret Bielema dishes out Illinois' perfect response to Big Ten's new legislation

Kellen Sherman

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Aug 27, 2026

Early odds and a prediction for Illinois' season-opener against UAB

Ericka Brockish

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Aug 27, 2026

COLLEGE FOOTBALL: SEP 13 Western Michigan at Illinois

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 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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Washington Commanders v Minnesota Vikings - NFL 2025

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

Ericka Brockish

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Aug 20, 2026

Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Ryan Day shakes hands with Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema following the Buckeyes' 34-16 win in the NCAA football game at Gies Memorial Stadium in Champaign on Oct. 11, 2025.

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

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

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

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

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