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Bret Bielema Easily Remembers Dangers That Come with Facing Toledo

Bret Bielema Easily Remembers Dangers That Come with Facing Toledo

Illinois head coach Bret Bielema believes this third-year roster he has in Champaign is his best ever as he focuses on Toledo. Eight years ago, he felt the same way at Arkansas. 

Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer

August 28, 2023

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Bret Bielema does not need to be reminded how dangerous Toledo can be as a non-conference opponent. He has experienced that hazard in a first-hand way.  

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Monday Notebook - Week 1 vs. Toledo - Robertson Wins Starting Punter Job; Bielema Details Season-Ending Injuries & Freshmen “in the game plan”

Monday Notebook - Week 1 vs. Toledo - Robertson Wins Starting Punter Job; Bielema Details Season-Ending Injuries & Freshmen “in the game plan”

Illini head coach confirms to local media the two former three-star prospects from Joliet Catholic’s state championship team are out with season-ending injuries 

Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer

August 28, 2023

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — For the second consecutive season, Hugh Robertson will be starting punter at Illinois. 

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Dravyn Gibbs-Lawhorn Post Spain

Dravyn Gibbs-Lawhorn Post Spain

Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting

August 28, 2023

We have learned a lot from freshman Dravyn Gibbs-Lawhorn from Spain.

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The Farrell Files Illinois - Trey Petty's Play Attracting Attention

The Farrell Files Illinois - Trey Petty's Play Attracting Attention

Mike Farrell, IlliniGuys National Football Recruiting Expert

August 28, 2023

(Mike Farrell also has his own website: https://mikefarrellsports.com/)

In this edition of the Farrell Files Illinois, I’ll talk more about the threat to Illinois from in state schools for QB Trey Petty.

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Illini Coach Shauna Green Recaps A Productive Summer, Excited For The Challenges Ahead

Illini Coach Shauna Green Recaps A Productive Summer, Excited For The Challenges Ahead

(Editor's note: Illini women's basketball coach Shauna Green appeared […]

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Ked's Recruiting Roundup - De'Zie Jones

Ked's Recruiting Roundup - De'Zie Jones

Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting

August 27, 2023

The class of 2025 is starting to gain some traction in terms of football recruiting.

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Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Austin Alexander

Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Austin Alexander

Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting

August 26, 2023

Illinois has not landed many recruits from the state of Kentucky, but the staff feels it is an area they can make some waves in and bring to Big Ten country.

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Illini Volleyball Coach Chris Tamas Is Ready To Open The Season At NIU

Illini Volleyball Coach Chris Tamas Is Ready To Open The Season At NIU

(Editor's Note: Illini volleyball coach Chris Tamas appeared recently […]

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Bielema Claims Illini Survive Preseason Camp With One Major Injury

Bielema Claims Illini Survive Preseason Camp With One Major Injury

Illini head coach tells local media that he expects Casey Washington and Zy Crisler to be full speed by the time game week preparations begin on Sunday evening. 

Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer

August 26, 2023

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Illinois head coach Bret Bielema still insists only one scholarship player on his roster expected to get playing time in the 2023 season will be inactive for the season opener. 

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Star Illini Linebacker Gabe Jacas Joins The IlliniGuys Team

Star Illini Linebacker Gabe Jacas Joins The IlliniGuys Team

(Editor's Note:  Illini sophomore linebacker Gabe Jacas will appear […]

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The Farrell Files Illinois - Chase Green Evaluation & B1G Linebacker Rankings

The Farrell Files Illinois - Chase Green Evaluation & B1G Linebacker Rankings

Mike Farrell, IlliniGuys National Football Recruiting Expert

August 25, 2023

(Mike Farrell also has his own website: https://mikefarrellsports.com/)

In this edition of the Farrell Files Illinois, I’ll rank DB Chase Green versus the industry and see where Illinois stacks up at linebacker vs the rest of the Big Ten.

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Can Miles Scott Be Another WR-to-DB Transition Success Story?

Can Miles Scott Be Another WR-to-DB Transition Success Story?

Illinois third-year sophomore Miles Scott not only has found a home in a transition to defense but could find himself in a starting safety role in the 2023 season opener vs. Toledo. 

Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer

August 24, 2023

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — The common coaching cliche saying which will eventually present itself at some point near the end of preseason football camp of ‘we probably need to play somebody else’ might apply perfectly to Illinois safety Miles Scott. 

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Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Tyler Jackson

Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Tyler Jackson

Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting

August 24, 2023

Illinois assistant men's basketball coach Chester Frazier is hoping he can work his Baltimore magic to land a 2025 6-foot-2 combination guard out of Baltimore, Tyler Jackson.

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Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Jase Butler

Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Jase Butler

Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting

August 23, 2023

Illinois made the cut for 2024 three-star guard from Point Reyes Station, California. Illinois has positioned itself well with assistant coach Chester Frazier leading this recruitment.

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The Farrell Files Illinois - Easton Baker Evaluation & B1G D-Line Rankings

The Farrell Files Illinois - Easton Baker Evaluation & B1G D-Line Rankings

Mike Farrell, IlliniGuys National Football Recruiting Expert

August 23, 2023

(Mike Farrell also has his own website: https://mikefarrellsports.com/)

In this edition of the Farrell Files Illinois, I’ll rank LB Easton Baker versus the industry, break down some scheduled visits and rate Illinois against the Big Ten along the defensive line.

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