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Oct 1, 2022; Madison, Wisconsin, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema looks on during the second quarter against the Wisconsin Badgers at Camp Randall Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Football: Illini hosting freshman All-American transfer portal DB

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May 12, 2023

Illinois Football: Chase Brown restarting the trend of Illini running backs in NFL

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May 11, 2023

Illinois Football: Indianapolis Colts DT Jamal Woods is living a dream for two

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May 9, 2023

Illinois Football: Instant impact transfer portal tight end offered by Illini

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May 8, 2023

OXFORD, MISSISSIPPI - SEPTEMBER 10: Luke Altmyer #7 of the Mississippi Rebels warms up before the game against the Central Arkansas Bears at Vaught-Hemingway Stadium on September 10, 2022 in Oxford, Mississippi. (Photo by Justin Ford/Getty Images)

Illinois Football: Illini building impressive quarterback room under Bret Bielema

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May 6, 2023

CHAMPAIGN, IL - NOVEMBER 05: Jer'Zhan Newton #4 of the Illinois Fighting Illini reacts during the game against the Michigan State Spartans at Memorial Stadium on November 5, 2022 in Champaign, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Hickey/Getty Images)

Illinois Football: Mock draft has Illini with a top 15 pick in 2024 NFL Draft

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May 3, 2023

Nov 26, 2022; Evanston, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini running back Reggie Love III (23) celebrates his touchdown run against the Northwestern Wildcats with offensive lineman Alex Pihlstrom (75) during the first half at Ryan Field. Mandatory Credit: David Banks-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Football: New Orleans Saints are getting versatility in Alex Pihlstrom

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Apr 30, 2023

Iowa junior center Tyler Linderbaum battles Illinois junior defensive lineman Calvin Avery during a drive in the fourth quarter on Saturday, Nov. 20, 2021, at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City, Iowa.20211120 Iowavsillinois

Illinois Football: Calvin Avery could blossom with Minnesota Vikings

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Apr 30, 2023

Jan 2, 2023; Tampa, FL, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini defensive back Kendall Smith (7) reacts after intercepting the ball against the Mississippi State Bulldogs in the second quarter during the 2023 ReliaQuest Bowl at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Football: Kendall Smith sticking with the Illini paid off

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Apr 30, 2023

Nov 12, 2022; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini linebacker Isaac Darkangelo (38) races after a Purdue Boilermakers touchdown during the second half at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Football: Isaac Darkangelo will continue to prove doubters wrong with the Detroit Lions

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Apr 30, 2023

PISCATAWAY, NJ - OCTOBER 06: Alex Palczewski #63 of the Illinois Fighting Illini greet other players after the game against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights at HighPoint.com Stadium on October 6, 2018 in Piscataway, New Jersey. Illinois won 38-17. (Photo by Corey Perrine/Getty Images)

Illinois Football: Denver Broncos are getting an iron man in Alex Palczewski

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Apr 30, 2023

Oct 15, 2022; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini quarterback Tommy DeVito (3) walks off the field after Saturday’s 26-14 win over against the Minnesota Golden Gophers at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Football: New York Giants scoop up Tommy DeVito after draft

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Apr 30, 2023

Aug 27, 2022; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini running back Chase Brown (2) reacts after scoring a touchdown in the first half against Wyoming at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Football: Cincinnati Bengals select Chase Brown in the 2023 NFL Draft

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Apr 29, 2023

INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA - MARCH 02: Sydney Brown #DB42 of Illinois speaks with the media during the NFL Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium on March 02, 2023 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images)

Illinois Football: Philadelphia Eagles select Sydney Brown in the 2023 NFL Draft

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Apr 28, 2023

Mar 3, 2023; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Illinois defensive back Quan Martin (DB53) participates in drills at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Football: Washington Commanders select Quan Martin in the 2023 NFL Draft

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Apr 28, 2023

Dec 30, 2019; Santa Clara, California, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini defensive back Sydney Brown (30) reacts to a penalty call during the third quarter against the California Golden Bears at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stan Szeto-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Football: Illini players on 2023 NFL Draft day 2 best available

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Apr 28, 2023

INDIANAPOLIS, IN - MARCH 03: Devon Witherspoon of Illinois poses for a portrait during the NFL Scouting Combine at Lucas Oil Stadium on March 3, 2023 in Indianapolis, Indiana. (Photo by Todd Rosenberg/Getty Images)

Illinois Football: Seattle Seahawks select Devon Witherspoon in the 2023 NFL Draft

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Apr 27, 2023

Nov 16, 2014; Charlotte, NC, USA; Atlanta Falcons head coach Mike Smith comes on to the field at Bank of America Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Football: Former HC says Devon Witherspoon is “full package” ahead of NFL Draft

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Apr 27, 2023

Aug 27, 2022; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini linebacker Calvin Hart Jr. (5) reacts after s stop against the Wyoming Cowboys in the first half at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Football: Illini linebacker corps takes transfer portal hit

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Apr 26, 2023

Illinois Football 2023 final Mock Draft

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Apr 26, 2023

ANN ARBOR, MICHIGAN - NOVEMBER 19: Chase Brown #2 of the Illinois Fighting Illini runs with the ball against Rod Moore #19 of the Michigan Wolverines during the first half at Michigan Stadium on November 19, 2022 in Ann Arbor, Michigan. (Photo by Aaron J. Thornton/Getty Images)

Illinois Football: Multiple Illini heading to Detroit in 2023 NFL mock draft

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Apr 23, 2023

Sep 17, 2021; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini defensive back Jartavius Martin (21) deflects a pass intended for Maryland Terrapins wide receiver Rakim Jarrett (5) in the second half at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Football: 3 Illini projected in first three rounds of 2023 NFL Draft

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Apr 21, 2023

LINCOLN, NE - OCTOBER 29: Head coach Bret Bielema of the Illinois Fighting Illini and Athletic Director Josh Withman celebrate the win against the Nebraska Cornhuskers at Memorial Stadium on October 29, 2022 in Lincoln, Nebraska. (Photo by Steven Branscombe/Getty Images)

Illinois Football: Illini building front lines with 2024 commitment

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Apr 21, 2023

CHAMPAIGN, ILLINOIS - NOVEMBER 02: The Illinois Fighting Illini helmet on the field in the game against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights at Memorial Stadium on November 02, 2019 in Champaign, Illinois. (Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images)

Illinois Football: Illini jump on chance to add transfer portal guard

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Apr 17, 2023

Jan 2, 2023; Tampa, FL, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema against the Mississippi State Bulldogs during the first half in the 2023 ReliaQuest Bowl at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kim Klement-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Football: Roster adjustments made for Illini spring practice

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Mar 27, 2023

Dec 30, 2019; Santa Clara, California, USA; General view of the Illinois Fighting Illini helmet during the second quarter against California Golden Bears at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stan Szeto-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Football: Former top recruit departing the Illini program

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Mar 22, 2023

Dec 30, 2019; Santa Clara, California, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini defensive back Sydney Brown (30) reacts to a penalty call during the third quarter against the California Golden Bears at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stan Szeto-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Football: Philadelphia Eagles could get double dose of Illini in 2023 NFL Draft

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Mar 19, 2023

BLOOMINGTON, INDIANA - SEPTEMBER 02: Devon Witherspoon #31 of the Illinois Fighting Illini reacts after a play during the first quarter in the game against the Indiana Hooisers at Memorial Stadium on September 02, 2022 in Bloomington, Indiana. (Photo by Justin Casterline/Getty Images)

Illinois Football: Devon Witherspoon a top 5 prospect in 2023 NFL Draft

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Feb 27, 2023

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