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Nov 11, 2023; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini running back Reggie Love III (23) runs with the ball, pursued by Indiana Hoosiers linebacker Aaron Casey (44) during the second half at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Football: 5 observations from the Illini win over Indiana

Rees Woodcock

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Nov 12, 2023

Illinois Football: Kudos to the Illini coaches for landing John Paddock

Rees Woodcock

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Nov 11, 2023

Illinois Football: Illini QB commit wins Class 7A Mr. Football in Mississippi

Rees Woodcock

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Nov 9, 2023

4 steps for Illinois football to win the Big Ten West

Rees Woodcock

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Nov 5, 2023

Nov 4, 2023; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini quarterback John Paddock (4) celebrates his touchdown throw during the second half against the Minnesota Golden Gophers at Huntington Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Football: 5 observations from the Illini win over Minnesota

Rees Woodcock

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Nov 4, 2023

CHAMPAIGN, IL - OCTOBER 12: A detailed view of a Big Ten end zone pylon seen before the Illinois Fighting Illini and Michigan Wolverines game at Memorial Stadium on October 12, 2019 in Champaign, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Hickey/Getty Images)

Illinois Football: Illini Big Ten schedule dates released for 2024

Rees Woodcock

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Nov 3, 2023

Jan 2, 2023; Tampa, FL, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema takes the field fro the the 2023 ReliaQuest Bowl against the Mississippi State Bulldogs at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Football: Happy College Football Playoff ranking anniversary

Rees Woodcock

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Nov 1, 2023

Jul 24, 2017; Chicago, IL, USA; The Big Ten West division, conference championship, and East division trophies on display prior to the Big Ten football media day at Hyatt Regency McCormick Place. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois football path to the Big Ten Championship – games to watch week 9

Rees Woodcock

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Oct 28, 2023

INGLEWOOD, CA - JANUARY 09: The College Football Playoff National Championship Trophy sits on the field before the game between the Georgia Bulldogs and the TCU Horned Frogs held at SoFi Stadium on January 9, 2023 in Inglewood, California. (Photo by Jamie Schwaberow/Getty Images)

When is the first 2023 College Football Playoff ranking being released?

Rees Woodcock

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Oct 27, 2023

CHAMPAIGN, ILLINOIS - OCTOBER 21: Tanner Arkin #85 of the Illinois Fighting Illini celebrates a touchdown during the first half against the Wisconsin Badgers at Memorial Stadium on October 21, 2023 in Champaign, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Hickey/Getty Images)

Illinois Football: 5 crucial areas of improvement during the Illini bye week

Rees Woodcock

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Oct 24, 2023

Oct 21, 2023; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini players take the field for a game against the Wisconsin Badgers at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Football: Wait, positivity? An Illini bowl game? Yup.

Rees Woodcock

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Oct 22, 2023

Oct 21, 2023; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini quarterback Luke Altmyer (9) gets a hand from teammate Aidan Laughery (21) during the first half against the Wisconsin Badgers at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Football: 5 observations from the Illini loss to Wisconsin

Rees Woodcock

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Oct 22, 2023

Oct 21, 2023; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini quarterback Luke Altmyer (9) rolls out to pass against the Wisconsin Badgers during the first half at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Football: Defense, decisions shine in first half against Wisconsin

Rees Woodcock

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Oct 21, 2023

CHAMPAIGN, ILLINOIS - OCTOBER 06: Isaiah Williams #1 of the Illinois Fighting Illini runs with the ball against the Nebraska Cornhuskers during the second half at Memorial Stadium on October 06, 2023 in Champaign, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

Illinois football records that are on pace to be rewritten in 2023

Rees Woodcock

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Oct 18, 2023

Wisconsin quarterback Tanner Mordecai (8) looks for an open receiver during the first quarter of their game against Iowa Saturday, October 14, 2023 at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison, Wisconsin.

Illinois Football: Wisconsin to be without starting quarterback on Saturday

Rees Woodcock

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Oct 16, 2023

Oct 14, 2023; College Park, Maryland, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini place kicker Caleb Griffin (5) kicks a game winning field goal against the Maryland Terrapins at SECU Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Football: 5 observations from the Illini win over Maryland

Rees Woodcock

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Oct 14, 2023

Oct 6, 2023; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini quarterback Luke Altmyer (9) passes the ball against the Nebraska Cornhuskers during the first half at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Football: 5 key players for the Illini to beat Maryland

Rees Woodcock

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Oct 10, 2023

Oct 6, 2023; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema talks with an official during the first half against the Nebraska Cornhuskers at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Football: What the Illini should do with Bret Bielema

Rees Woodcock

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Oct 8, 2023

Oct 6, 2023; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini quarterback Luke Altmyer (9) is tackled by Nebraska Cornhuskers linebacker John Bullock (5) during the first half at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Football: 5 observations from the Illini loss to Nebraska

Rees Woodcock

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Oct 8, 2023

FanDuel + BetMGM IL Promos: Win $400 Bonus for College Football

Vinnie Portell

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Oct 7, 2023

CHAMPAIGN, ILLINOIS - OCTOBER 06: A detail of a signage recognizing former Illinois Fighting Illini and Chicago Bears legend Dick Butkus, who passed away on October 5th, prior to the game between the Illinois Fighting Illini and the Nebraska Cornhuskers at Memorial Stadium on October 06, 2023 in Champaign, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

Illinois football pays tribute to Dick Butkus before the Nebraska game

Rees Woodcock

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Oct 6, 2023

Oct 12, 2019; Champaign, IL, USA; A statue of former Illinois Fighting Illini linebacker Dick Butkus is seen outside of the Henry Dale and Betty Smith Football Center adjacent to Memorial Stadium before the game against the Michigan Wolverines. Mandatory Credit: Michael Allio-USA TODAY Sports

5 reasons Dick Butkus will forever be an Illinois football GOAT

Rees Woodcock

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Oct 6, 2023

Oct 5, 2023; Landover, Maryland, USA; Chicago Bears players stand on the sidelines as a moment of silence is observed to mourn the passing of football hall of fame member and Bears linebacker Dick Butkus prior to the game against the Washington Commanders at FedExField. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Football: The legend of Dick Butkus will never be forgotten

Rees Woodcock

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Oct 6, 2023

Illinois Football: Big Ten releases future Illini opponents

Rees Woodcock

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Oct 5, 2023

Illinois Fighting Illini quarterback Luke Altmyer (9) scrambles during the NCAA football game against the Purdue Boilermakers, Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Ind. Purdue Boilermakers won 44-19.

Illinois football vs. Nebraska first half lines, game lines, and best bets

Rees Woodcock

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Oct 3, 2023

CHAMPAIGN, ILLINOIS - AUGUST 27: Chase Brown #2 of the Illinois Fighting Illini shakes hands with offensive coordinator Barry Lunney Jr. after the game against the Wyoming Cowboys at Memorial Stadium on August 27, 2022 in Champaign, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Reaves/Getty Images)

Illinois Football: 5 reasons the Illini need to fire Barry Lunney Jr.

Rees Woodcock

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Oct 2, 2023

Purdue Boilermakers defensive back Markevious Brown (1) tackles Illinois Fighting Illini quarterback Luke Altmyer (9), forcing a fumble during the NCAA football game, Saturday, Sept. 30, 2023, at Ross-Ade Stadium in West Lafayette, Ind. Purdue Boilermakers won 44-19.

Illinois Football: 5 observations from the Illini loss to Purdue

Rees Woodcock

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Oct 1, 2023

Sep 14, 2013; Chicago, IL, USA; A detailed view of the Illinois Fighting Illini helmet before the game against the Washington Huskies at Soldier Field. Mandatory Credit: Mike DiNovo-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois football vs. Purdue full injury report

Rees Woodcock

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Sep 30, 2023

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