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Nov 7, 2020; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Lovie Smith shakes hands with Minnesota Golden Gophers head coach P. J. Fleck after the second half at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Football: Illini make much needed change, fire Lovie Smith

Rees Woodcock

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Dec 13, 2020

Illinois Football: 4 observations from the Illini loss to Northwestern

Rees Woodcock

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Dec 12, 2020

Illinois Football: 4 ways the Illini can beat the Northwestern Wildcats

Rees Woodcock

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Dec 11, 2020

Illinois Football: A final decision on the Illini quarterback situation

Rees Woodcock

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Dec 6, 2020

Dec 5, 2020; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini tight end Daniel Barker (87) celebrates his touchdown with punter Blake Hayes (14) and running back Chase Brown (2) during the first half at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Football: 3 observations from the Illini loss to Iowa

Rees Woodcock

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Dec 6, 2020

Nov 21, 2020; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Love Smith looks toward the scoreboard during the game against the Nebraska Cornhuskers in the first half at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Thorson-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Football: 6 transfers the Illini should pursue for 2021

Rees Woodcock

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Dec 1, 2020

COLUMBUS, OH - NOVEMBER 18: Blake Hayes #14 of the Illinois Fighting Illini gets the punt off as Nick Bosa #97 of the Ohio State Buckeyes attempts to block the kick during the first quarter on November 18, 2017 at Ohio Stadium in Columbus, Ohio. Ohio State defeated Illinois 52-14. (Photo by Kirk Irwin/Getty Images)

Illinois Football: Illini punter Blake Hayes lands on the Pat McAfee Show

Rees Woodcock

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Nov 24, 2020

Nov 21, 2020; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini linebacker Jake Hansen (35) celebrates after intercepting a pass against the Nebraska Cornhuskers in the second half at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Bruce Thorson-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Football: 4 observations from the Illini win over Nebraska

Rees Woodcock

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Nov 21, 2020

PISCATAWAY, NJ - NOVEMBER 14: Devon Witherspoon #31 of the Illinois Fighting Illini celebrates his interception against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights with teammate Khalan Tolson #45, Jartavius Martin #21 and Nate Hobbs #8 during the fourth quarter at SHI Stadium on November 14, 2020 in Piscataway, New Jersey. Illinois defeated Rutgers 23-20. (Photo by Corey Perrine/Getty Images)

Illinois Football: Mid-season grades for the Illini defense

Jalen Wilson

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Nov 21, 2020

PISCATAWAY, NJ - NOVEMBER 14: Roderick Perry II #96 of the Illinois Fighting Illini looks on from the sideline against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights during the third quarter at SHI Stadium on November 14, 2020 in Piscataway, New Jersey. Illinois defeated Rutgers 23-20. (Photo by Corey Perrine/Getty Images)

Illinois Football: 4 ways the Illini can beat the Nebraska Cornhuskers

Rees Woodcock

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Nov 20, 2020

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: Tyler Strain ready to bring a little Prime Time to the Illini

Rees Woodcock

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Nov 18, 2020

Oct 31, 2020; Champaign, Illinois, USA; A general wide view of fan cutouts during the second half during a game between the Purdue Boilermakers and the Illinois Fighting Illini acat Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Football: Illini MVP in the win over the Rutgers Scarlet Knights

Jalen Wilson

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Nov 18, 2020

PISCATAWAY, NJ - NOVEMBER 14: Isaiah Williams #1 of the Illinois Fighting Illini escapes Tyshon Fogg #8 of the Rutgers Scarlet Knights during the fourth quarter at SHI Stadium on November 14, 2020 in Piscataway, New Jersey. Illinois defeated Rutgers 23-20. (Photo by Corey Perrine/Getty Images)

Illinois Football: It is simple, Isaiah Williams should start for the Illini

Rees Woodcock

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Nov 18, 2020

Oct 12, 2019; Champaign, IL, USA; An Illinois Fighting Illini helmet sits on the field as players stretch before the start of the game between the Illinois Fighting Illini and the Michigan Wolverines at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Michael Allio-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Football: Illini commit Brody Wisecarver ready to sign early

Rees Woodcock

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Nov 17, 2020

Dec 30, 2019; Santa Clara, California, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Lovie Smith during the fourth quarter against the California Golden Bears at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stan Szeto-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Football: Who should start at QB for Illini vs. Nebraska?

Collin Allen

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Nov 17, 2020

Oct 31, 2020; Champaign, Illinois, USA; A general wide view of fan cutouts during the second half during a game between the Purdue Boilermakers and the Illinois Fighting Illini acat Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Football: Samari Collier reconfirms commitment to the Illini

Rees Woodcock

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Nov 17, 2020

PISCATAWAY, NJ - NOVEMBER 14: Khmari Thompson #4 of the Illinois Fighting Illini Nike cleats are shown alongside his 'Black Lives Matter' message on his helmet before the game against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights at SHI Stadium on November 14, 2020 in Piscataway, New Jersey. Illinois defeated Rutgers 23-20. (Photo by Corey Perrine/Getty Images)

Illinois Football: Josh Kreutz is “fully committed” to the Illini

Rees Woodcock

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Nov 17, 2020

Nov 14, 2020; Piscataway, New Jersey, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini quarterback Isaiah Williams (1) throws a pass to tight end Luke Ford (82) as Rutgers Scarlet Knights linebacker Olakunle Fatukasi (3) defends during the second half at SHI Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Football: Isaiah Williams snags Freshman of the Week honors

Rees Woodcock

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Nov 16, 2020

Nov 14, 2020; Piscataway, New Jersey, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini place kicker James McCourt (17) celebrates his game winning field goal against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights during the second half at SHI Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Football: James McCourt earns Special Teams Player of the Week

Rees Woodcock

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Nov 16, 2020

Nov 7, 2020; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini running back Mike Epstein (26) celebrates his touchdown with teammates during the first half against the Minnesota Golden Gophers at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Football: Setting Illini expectations for the final 4 games

Rees Woodcock

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Nov 15, 2020

Nov 14, 2020; Piscataway, New Jersey, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Lovie Smith walks on the field during the first half against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights at SHI Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Football: 4 observations from the Illini win over Rutgers

Rees Woodcock

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Nov 14, 2020

CHAMPAIGN, IL - OCTOBER 31: Coran Taylor #7 of the Illinois Fighting Illini looks to pass the ball against the Purdue Boilermakers in the first quarter at Memorial Stadium on October 31, 2020 in Champaign, Illinois. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images)

Illinois Football: Why Rutgers is a must-win for the Illini

Jalen Wilson

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Nov 13, 2020

Oct 31, 2020; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini defensive lineman Owen Carney Jr. (99) sacks Purdue Boilermakers quarterback Aidan O'Connell (16) during the second half at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Football: Rutgers offense a promising matchup for Illini defense

Collin Allen

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Nov 12, 2020

Nov 7, 2020; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Lovie Smith (R) looks on from the sideline during the first half against the Minnesota Golden Gophers at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Football: 3 keys for the Illini to beat the Rutgers Scarlet Knights

Rees Woodcock

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Nov 12, 2020

Oct 31, 2020; Champaign, Illinois, USA; A general wide view of fan cutouts during the second half during a game between the Purdue Boilermakers and the Illinois Fighting Illini acat Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Football: Preview of the 2020 Rutgers defense

Rees Woodcock

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Nov 11, 2020

Nov 7, 2020; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini quarterback Coran Taylor (7) runs the ball against Minnesota Golden Gophers linebacker Mariano Sori-Marin (55) during the first half at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Football: 3 observations from the Illini loss to Minnesota

Rees Woodcock

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Nov 8, 2020

Dec 30, 2019; Santa Clara, California, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Lovie Smith during the fourth quarter against the California Golden Bears at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stan Szeto-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Football: Still no starting quarterback named for the Illini

Zain Bando

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Nov 7, 2020

Sep 14, 2019; Champaign, IL, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini running back Mike Epstein (26) and his teammates pat a memorial of Harold E. "Red" Grange prior to the first half against the Eastern Michigan Eagles at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Football: 3 keys for the Illini to beat Minnesota

Rees Woodcock

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Nov 7, 2020

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