Illinois Football Recruiting

Nebraska v Illinois

Illinois football enters crucial weekend for the class of 2026

Top tier offensive lineman notes Bret Bielema success after Illinois offer

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

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

Minnesota v Illinois

Rising in-state offensive lineman locks in Illinois football official visit

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-Imagn Images

Bret Bielema looking local to build out the Illinois football offensive line

Illinois v Minnesota

2028 could provide two excellent cornerbacks for the Illinois football program

Illinois v Oregon

Illinois eyeing rising cornerback from the class of 2028

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

Illinois v Oregon

Tight end position remains large focus for Illinois football

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

Illinois v Oregon

Texas wide receiver keeps Illinois football alive after top 8 cut

Chattanooga v Illinois

Illinois trying to grow strong recruiting pipeline in Mississippi

Minnesota v Illinois

Michigan is sniffing around Illinois wide receiver commit

Dunlap’s Mack Sutter (7) bumps fists with teammates Blake Dietz (22) and Joseph Weeks as the Eagles battled Galesburg on the opening night of high school football Friday, Aug. 30, 2024 at Dunlap High School.

Elite in-state recruits get big recruiting push from Illinois football

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 looks to strike gold again with a prime Chicago recruit

Oct 8, 2022; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema celebrates with player Kody Case (87) after defeating the Iowa Hawkeyes at Memorial Stadium.

Illini not out yet as three-star CB Nick Hankins Jr. weighs hometown loyalty

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

4-star Missouri athlete has Illinois as a top contender for commitment

Bret Bielema, Michigan v Illinois

Amid huge Illinois recruiting day, 1 JUCO star's commitment slipped through the cracks

Dec 29, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood acknowledges the fans before a game with the Chicago State Cougars at State Farm Center.

2-way, 2-sport athlete Nasir Rankin adds juice to the Illinois athletic department

Minnesota v Illinois

Instant impact transfer portal DB picks Illinois as his landing spot

Purdue v Illinois

Illinois shocking the world with massive recruiting day

Illinois v Nebraska

After a huge commitment, Illinois strengthens class of 2026

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.

Fighting Illini take over Chicago, landing stars from Illinois' biggest city

IMG Academy defensive lineman Cameron McHaney (#95) tips a pass from Cocoa High quarterback Brady Hart (#13). The IMG Academy National squad hosted the Cocoa High School Tigers Friday, Sept. 6, 2024 in Bradenton.

Elite defensive line recruit keeps Illinois in his top 5

Oct 30, 2010; Champaign, IL, USA; A detailed view of the Illinois Fighting Illini helmet during the pre-game against the Purdue Boilermakers at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Mike DiNovo-Imagn Images

Nebraska running back locks in Illinois official visit

Michigan v Illinois

Crystal Ball Prediction submitted for huge Illinois recruiting target

Illinois v Oregon

Illinois gearing focus on the Sunshine State for massive 2027 recruiting target