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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

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

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

Illinois v Washington

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

Sep 6, 2025; Durham, North Carolina, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema reacts during the third quarter against the Duke Blue Devils at Wallace Wade Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Zachary Taft-Imagn Images

Illinois football has another uphill climb to prove AP Top 25 doubters wrong

Rees Woodcock

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Aug 17, 2026

Sep 13, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema reacts during the second half against the Western Michigan Broncos at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Prediction of first AP Top 25 should have Illinois football fans annoyed

Rees Woodcock

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Aug 16, 2026

Oct 4, 2025; West Lafayette, Indiana, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini running back Ca'Lil Valentine (5) celebrates a touchdown during the second quarter against the Purdue Boilermakers at Ross-Ade Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Marc Lebryk-Imagn Images

Game-by-game prediction for the Illinois football 2026 season

Rees Woodcock

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Aug 16, 2026

Feb 5, 2026; San Jose, CA, USA; Seattle Seahawks cornerback Devon Witherspoon (21) talks to media members at the San Jose Marriott. Mandatory Credit: Darren Yamashita-Imagn Images

Devon Witherspoon sets NFL and Illinois football history with his bank account

Rees Woodcock

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Aug 15, 2026

Illinois v Wisconsin

Bret Bielema's injury updates could hurt the depth of Illinois' receiving game

Ericka Brockish

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Aug 14, 2026

Hoban linebacker Brydon Feister sacks Hudson quarterback Nathan Judy during the first half of a Division II regional semifinal, Nov. 14, 2025.

Illinois football sends offer to monstrous Midwest athlete to bolster defense

Kellen Sherman

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Aug 13, 2026

Detroit Lions quarterback Luke Altmyer (2) hands the ball to running back Isiah Pacheco (10) at practice during training camp at Meijer Performance Center in Allen Park on Thursday, July 30, 2026.

Luke Altmyer gets a cold welcome to the NFL moment with first Detroit Lions drive

Rees Woodcock

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Aug 13, 2026

Dec 31, 2024; Orlando, FL, USA; A Illinois Fighting Illini helmet sitting on confetti after the game against the South Carolina Gamecocks at Camping World Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Reper-Imagn Images

Farmington could hold the key to the future of Illinois football

Rees Woodcock

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Aug 12, 2026

Oct 25, 2025; Annapolis, Maryland, USA; Florida Atlantic Owls wide receiver Jayshon Platt (3) scores a first quarter touchdown against the Navy Midshipmen at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images

Jayshon Platt could be the transfer portal star Illinois' offense needs this season

Ericka Brockish

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Aug 12, 2026

Detroit Lions safety Kerby Joseph (31), right, talks to safety Daniel Thomas (2) at a timeout against Dallas Cowboys during the second half at Ford Field in Detroit on Thursday, Dec. 4, 2025.

Dan Campbell gives glimpse of positive news on Kerby Joseph injury

Rees Woodcock

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Aug 11, 2026

Jul 25, 2026; Foxborough, MA, USA; New England Patriots tight end Tanner Arkin (84) looks on after a drill at training camp at Gillette Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Eric Canha-Imagn Images

Former Illinois tight end Tanner Arkin is carving a role for himself with New England Patriots

Ericka Brockish

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Aug 11, 2026

May 10, 2025; Englewood, CO, USA; Denver Broncos wide receiver Pat Bryant (13) during rookie minicamp at Broncos Park Powered by CommonSpirit. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Sean Payton's comments on Pat Bryant prove that Bret Bielema is building something at Illinois

Ericka Brockish

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Aug 11, 2026

Aug 2, 2026; Allen Park, MI, USA; Detroit Lions quarterback Luke Altmyer (2) throws a pass during Detroit Lions training camp at Meijer Performance Center. Mandatory Credit: Paul Barnick-Imagn Images

Former Illinois football quarterback has the blueprint for Detroit Lions QB Luke Altmyer

Rees Woodcock

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Aug 11, 2026

Sep 13, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema leads his team down the Illini Walk before an NCAA game against the Western Michigan Broncos at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

3 Illinois freshmen who are poised to make an impact on the football field in 2026

Rees Woodcock

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Aug 11, 2026

Jul 28, 2026; Chicago, IL, USA; Illinois Football head coach Bret Bielema speaks during Media Days at Hilton Chicago. Mandatory Credit: Kamil Krzaczynski-Imagn Images

Illinois football wide receiver catching the eye of Bret Bielema

Kellen Sherman

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Aug 10, 2026

Illinois students hold a cutout of Illinois head coach Bret Bielema during the second half of the NCAA football game at Gies Memorial Stadium in Champaign on Oct. 11, 2025. Ohio State won 34-16.

Big Illinois football addition adds wrinkle to game day game plan

Rees Woodcock

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Aug 10, 2026

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