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Sep 8, 2023; Lawrence, Kansas, USA; A general view of the helmet worn by Illinois Fighting Illini offensive lineman Zachary Barlev (68) during the first half against the Kansas Jayhawks at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

Illinois football commit shuts down recruitment, “100% locked in”

Rees Woodcock

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Jun 14, 2025

Huge Illinois football recruiting targets sets commitment date

Rees Woodcock

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Jun 13, 2025

Illinois football locks in official visit with elite Texas recruit

Rees Woodcock

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Jun 12, 2025

Massive 2026 4-star recruit keeps Illinois football in top 4

Rees Woodcock

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Jun 12, 2025

Nov 2, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema gets a hand from the crowd before the start of a game with the Minnesota Golden Gophers at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Illinois football running back room gets stronger with Nebraska flavor

Rees Woodcock

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Jun 10, 2025

Dec 31, 2024; Orlando, FL, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini wide receiver Malik Elzy (8) and Illinois Fighting Illini wide receiver Ashton Hollins (2) lead the team out of the tunnel before the game against the South Carolina Gamecocks at Camping World Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Reper-Imagn Images

4-star Illinois commit trying to be a guiding light in massive recruitment

Rees Woodcock

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Jun 9, 2025

Illinois v Oregon

Illinois recruiting target shuts down official visit, receives Crystal Ball

Rees Woodcock

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Jun 9, 2025

Minnesota v Illinois

Illinois football had a busy recruiting weekend, and it is starting to pay dividends

Rees Woodcock

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Jun 9, 2025

Bret Bielema, Michigan v Illinois

OVs seemingly cement blue-chip commits from the class of 2026 for the Fighting Illini

Sam Fariss

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Jun 9, 2025

Purdue v Illinois

4-star recruit reaffirms all-in, Illinois football “over everybody”

Rees Woodcock

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Jun 8, 2025

Oct 19, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini quarterback Luke Altmyer (9) celebrates after scoring a touchdown against the Michigan Wolverines during the second half at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Breakdown of how Illinois football should use the House settlement cap space in 2025

Rees Woodcock

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Jun 7, 2025

Illinois v Rutgers

College Football 26 giving Illinois football fans chance to boost NIL

Rees Woodcock

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Jun 6, 2025

Illinois v Ohio State

Ugly Illinois football past hindered College Football 25 NIL dollars

Rees Woodcock

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Jun 6, 2025

Nebraska v Illinois

Illinois football enters crucial weekend for the class of 2026

Rees Woodcock

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Jun 5, 2025

Nov 16, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema gives a hand to players before the game against the Michigan State Spartans at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Top tier offensive lineman notes Bret Bielema success after Illinois offer

Rees Woodcock

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Jun 5, 2025

Oct 12, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini offensive lineman J.C. Davis (74) in the first half against the Purdue Boilermakers at Memorial Stadium.

4-star IOL announces decision day and includes Illinois in final 6 schools

Sam Fariss

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Jun 4, 2025

Oct 12, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema celebrates a 50-49 win over the Purdue Boilermakers at Memorial Stadium.

4-star LBs reassure Fighting Illini they aren't looking anywhere other than Illinois

Sam Fariss

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Jun 4, 2025

Oct 14, 2023; College Park, Maryland, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema loos onto the field during the first half against the Maryland Terrapins at SECU Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images

Illinois football one step closer to landing in-state tight end

Rees Woodcock

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Jun 4, 2025

Sep 16, 1995; Champaign, IL USA; FILE PHOTO; Illinois Illini linebacker Kevin Hardy (51) against the Arizona Wildcats at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: RVR Photos-Imagn Images

Illinois football legends don the College Football Hall of Fame ballot

Rees Woodcock

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Jun 2, 2025

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-Imagn Images

Elite 4-star recruit keeps Illinois football alive, sets commitment date

Rees Woodcock

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May 31, 2025

Illinois v Oregon

Tight end position remains large focus for Illinois football

Rees Woodcock

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May 31, 2025

Oct 19, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini players wear the throwback helmets and uniforms in honor of legendary Red Grange and the 100th anniversary of Memorial Stadium before the game against the Michigan Wolverines. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Superstar tight end recruit predicted to find home with the Illinois football

Rees Woodcock

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May 30, 2025

Illinois v Penn State

Illinois football taps back into the transfer portal for defensive line help

Rees Woodcock

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May 30, 2025

Minnesota v Illinois

Finishing touches to the 2025 Illinois football schedule taking shape

Rees Woodcock

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May 29, 2025

Illinois v Oregon

Texas wide receiver keeps Illinois football alive after top 8 cut

Rees Woodcock

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May 29, 2025

Nov 2, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini linebacker Gabe Jacas (17) and Illinois Fighting Illini defensive lineman Alex Bray (11) attempt to block Minnesota Golden Gophers kicker Dragan Kesich (99) field goal during the first half at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Illinois linebacker notches spot on 2025 Lott Trophy watch list

Rees Woodcock

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May 28, 2025

Sep 8, 2023; Lawrence, Kansas, USA; Kansas Jayhawks quarterback Jalon Daniels (6) throws a pass against Illinois Fighting Illini linebacker Gabe Jacas (17) during the first half at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

Top 5 Illinois football recruits of the young Bret Bielema era

Rees Woodcock

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May 28, 2025

Chattanooga v Illinois

Illinois trying to grow strong recruiting pipeline in Mississippi

Rees Woodcock

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May 28, 2025

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