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COLLEGE PARK, MD - OCTOBER 27: Illinois Fighting Illini on the field before a college football game against the Maryland Terrapins at Capitol One Field at Maryland Stadium on October 27, 2018 at College Park, Maryland. (Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images) *** Local Caption ***

Illinois Football: Expectations for Luke Ford in 2020

Max Feldman

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Oct 21, 2020

Illinois Football: Breakdown of the 2020 Wisconsin Badgers defense

Rees Woodcock

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Oct 20, 2020

Illinois Football: Expectations for Jake Hansen in 2020

Max Feldman

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Oct 19, 2020

Illinois Football: Breakdown of the 2020 Wisconsin Badgers offense

Rees Woodcock

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Oct 19, 2020

Oct 19, 2019; Champaign, IL, USA; The Marching Illini and Illinois Fighting Illini student section celebrate a touchdown against the Wisconsin Badgers during the second half at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Football: 2020 season game-by-game predictions for the Illini

Rees Woodcock

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Oct 17, 2020

CHAMPAIGN, IL - OCTOBER 19: Josh Imatorbhebhe #9 of the Illinois Fighting Illini celebrates with teammates after making a 29-yard touchdown reception in the fourth quarter of the game against the Wisconsin Badgers at Memorial Stadium on October 19, 2019 in Champaign, Illinois. Illinois defeated Wisconsin 24-23. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images)

Illinois Football: Expectations for Josh Imatorbhebe in 2020

Max Feldman

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Oct 14, 2020

IOWA CITY, IOWA- NOVEMBER 23: Head coach Lovie Smith of the Illinois Fighting Illini during the second half of the match-up against the Iowa Hawkeyes, on November 23, 2019 at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City, Iowa. (Photo by Matthew Holst/Getty Images)

Illinois Football: Backup quarterback in place for Illini in 2020

Rees Woodcock

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Oct 12, 2020

Aug 31, 2019; Champaign, IL, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini linebacker Milo Eifler (5) reacts after tackling Akron Zips wide receiver Michael Mathison (not pictured) for a loss of yards during the first half at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Patrick Gorski-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Football: Expectations for Milo Eifler in 2020

Max Feldman

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Oct 10, 2020

SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA - DECEMBER 30: Quarterback Brandon Peters #18 of the Illinois Fighting Illini warms up prior to the start of the RedBox Bowl game against the California Golden Bears at Levi's Stadium on December 30, 2019 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)

Illinois Football: Expectations for Brandon Peters in 2020

Max Feldman

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Oct 9, 2020

Dec 30, 2019; Santa Clara, California, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini run out of the tunnel before the game against the California Golden Bears at Levi's Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Stan Szeto-USA TODAY Sports

Illinois Football: Projected Illini depth chart on defense for 2020

Rees Woodcock

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Oct 6, 2020

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 lose wide receiver Edwin Carter to transfer portal

Collin Allen

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Oct 1, 2020

CINCINNATI - NOVEMBER 27: Juice Williams #7 of the Illinois Fighting Illini throws a pass during the game against the Cincinnati Bearcats at Nippert Stadium on November 27, 2009 in Cincinnati, Ohio. (Photo by Andy Lyons/Getty Images)

Illinois Football: 2020 vs 2007 Illini quarterback comparison

Rees Woodcock

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Sep 29, 2020

SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA - DECEMBER 30: Quarterback Brandon Peters #18 of the Illinois Fighting Illini warms up prior to the start of the RedBox Bowl game against the California Golden Bears at Levi's Stadium on December 30, 2019 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)

Illinois Football: Brandon Peters will “benefit the most” from 2020 season

Collin Allen

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Sep 24, 2020

WEST LAFAYETTE, INDIANA - OCTOBER 26: Tony Adams #6 of the Illinois Fighting Illini runs with the football after his interception in the first half against the Purdue Boilermakers at Ross-Ade Stadium on October 26, 2019 in West Lafayette, Indiana. (Photo by Quinn Harris/Getty Images)

Illinois Football: Illini mend depth issues with Tony Adams to safety

Rees Woodcock

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Sep 23, 2020

IOWA CITY, IOWA- NOVEMBER 23: Head coach Lovie Smith of the Illinois Fighting Illini before the match-up against the Iowa Hawkeyes, on November 23, 2019 at Kinnick Stadium in Iowa City, Iowa. (Photo by Matthew Holst/Getty Images)

Illinois Football: Top 5 Illini wins in the Lovie Smith era

Jalen Wilson

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Sep 22, 2020

SANTA CLARA, CALIFORNIA - DECEMBER 30: Quarterback Brandon Peters #18 of the Illinois Fighting Illini warms up prior to the start of the RedBox Bowl game against the California Golden Bears at Levi's Stadium on December 30, 2019 in Santa Clara, California. (Photo by Thearon W. Henderson/Getty Images)

Illinois Football: Projected Illini depth chart on offense for 2020

Rees Woodcock

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Sep 21, 2020

IOWA CITY, IA. - NOVEMBER 23: The Illinois block I flag as seen during a Big Ten Conference college football game between the Illinois Fighting Illini and the Iowa Hawkeyes on November 23, 2019, at Kinnick Stadium, Iowa City, IA. Photo by Keith Gillett/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Illinois Football: Updated 2020 Illini schedule released

Collin Allen

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Sep 19, 2020

CHAMPAIGN, IL. - NOVEMBER 30: The Fighting Illini take the field before a Big Ten Conference college football game between the Northwestern Wildcats and the IIllinois Fighting Illini on November 30, 2019, at Memorial Stadium, Champaign, IL. Photo by Keith Gillett/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Illinois Football: 5 Illini players who benefit the most from a fall season

Rees Woodcock

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Sep 16, 2020

CHAMPAIGN, IL - OCTOBER 19: Fans rush the field following a 24-23 win of Wisconsin after a college football game between the Wisconsin Badgers and Illinois Fighting Illini on October 19, 2019 at Memorial Stadium in Champaign, IL (Photo by James Black/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Illinois Football: Big Ten votes to play ball, Illini are back

Rees Woodcock

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Sep 16, 2020

EAST LANSING, MI - NOVEMBER 09: Illinois head coach Lovie Smith signals for a touchdown after his team takes the lead during a college football game between the Michigan State Spartans and Illinois Fighting Illini on November 9, 2019 at Spartan Stadium in East Lansing, MI. (Photo by Adam Ruff/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Illinois Football: 3 players looking to rebound from the 2019 season

Rees Woodcock

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Sep 10, 2020

MIAMI GARDENS, FL - APRIL 14: Brian Hightower #7 catches the ball while being defended by DJ Ivey #8 of the Miami Hurricanes during the spring game on April 14, 2018 at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens, Florida. (Photo by Joel Auerbach/Getty Images) *** Local Caption *** DJ Ivey;Brian Hightower

Illinois Football: 3 reasons Brian Hightower being eligible is important

Rees Woodcock

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Sep 6, 2020

CHAMPAIGN, IL - SEPTEMBER 01: Mike Epstein #26 of the Illinois Fighting Illini dives into the end zone to score during the game against the Kent State Golden Flashes at Memorial Stadium on September 1, 2018 in Champaign, Illinois. Illinois defeated Kent State 31-24. (Photo by Michael Hickey/Getty Images)

Illinois Football: A look at the current Illini running back situation

David Carey

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Aug 23, 2020

SANTA CLARA, CA - DECEMBER 30: Illinois Fighting Illini quarterback Brandon Peters (18) during the Redbox Bowl between the California Golden Bears and the Illinois Fighting Illini at Levi's Stadium on December 30, 2019 in Santa Clara, CA. (Photo by Cody Glenn/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Illinois Football: A look at the current Illini quarterback situation

Collin Allen

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Aug 22, 2020

CHAMPAIGN, IL - OCTOBER 13: Illinois Fighting Illini helmets sit on the sidelines as players warm up for the Big Ten Conference college football game between the Purdue Boilermakers and the Illinois Fighting Illini on October 13, 2018, at Memorial Stadium in Champaign, Illinois. (Photo by Michael Allio/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images)

Illinois Football: 3 Illini who deserved to make Reese’s Top-250 list

Collin Allen

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Aug 21, 2020

Illinois Football: Illini parents seek answers with letter

Collin Allen

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Aug 19, 2020

WEST LAFAYETTE, INDIANA - OCTOBER 26: Tony Adams #6 of the Illinois Fighting Illini scores a touchdown after his interception in the first half against the Purdue Boilermakers at Ross-Ade Stadium on October 26, 2019 in West Lafayette, Indiana. (Photo by Quinn Harris/Getty Images)

Illinois Football: Can the Illini replicate the defensive touchdowns?

Rees Woodcock

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Aug 16, 2020

Illinois Football: Should the Illini look for a different conference in 2020?

Rees Woodcock

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Aug 12, 2020

CHAMPAIGN, IL - OCTOBER 19: Illinois Fighting Illini fans cheer during a game against the Wisconsin Badgers at Memorial Stadium on October 19, 2019 in Champaign, Illinois. Illinois defeated Wisconsin 24-23. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images)

Illinois Football: Illini won’t be playing in 2020 and it is depressing

Rees Woodcock

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Aug 11, 2020

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