Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Tommy Lamberti
Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting
September 21, 2023
Illinois offensive tackle Tommy Lamberti recaps his visit with IlliniGuys about the program and where things stand with his recruitment.
Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Tommy Lamberti
Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting
September 21, 2023
Illinois offensive tackle Tommy Lamberti recaps his visit with IlliniGuys about the program and where things stand with his recruitment.
Illini Youthful Receivers Continuing Developmental Process Early in 2023 Season
Illinois head coach Bret Bielema pointed to redshirt freshman wide receiver Ashton Hollins as somebody who could see a bigger role on Saturday vs. Florida Atlantic.
Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer
September 21, 2023
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — When asked Thursday about some of the youthful players that got more snaps of playing time against Penn State last weekend, one name was on Bret Bielema’s mind.
Ked's Recruiting Roundup - 3 Guards
Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting
September 21, 2023
The Illinois men's basketball team was given a bit of a surprise Wednesday afternoon, when it made social media late that four-star guard Mikey Lewis canceled his visit to LSU this weekend.
Around The Big Ten - September 21, 2023
September 21, 2023 (Cover photo courtesy Associated Press) Better […]
Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Jacob Alexander
Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting
September 21, 2023
Illinois football fans, a name to add to your memory bank is Lincoln-Way East High, Ill., 6-foot-4, 2026 defensive end Jacob Alexander. He recaps his visit to Illinois and what his thoughts were on his unofficial visit this past weekend.
‘We moved them on Wednesday’: Illini Coaches Excited For Full Week of Continuity of OL Changes
Illinois offensive coaches are hoping more continuity in practice with this offensive line reshuffle will result in better performance starting with Florida Atlantic.
Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer
September 20, 2023
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Two days of full practice.
Before practice last Wednesday morning prior to facing No. 7 Penn State, Illinois coaches made the change of Isaiah Adams to right tackle, Zy Crisler at right guard and the combination of Josh Gesky and Jordyn Slaughter at left guard, an established alteration to the lineup for the final two days of full-contact practices. This means prior to facing one of the most aggressive and active pass rushers in the Big Ten Conference, Illinois elected to have just two days of full-contact practice before permanently reshuffling its offensive line from its lineup of the first two games.
Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Demetrius John
Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting
September 20, 2023
The Fighting Illini football team had a great weekend of visitors recently during the Penn State game. Some were players looking at Illinois, others already were commits.
Demetrius John committed to Illinois this past June. John stands 6-foot-4 and 250 pounds, and he is coming to play defensive line from Westerville, Ohio.
The Farrell Files Illinois - Big Ten QB Ratings & Davon Grant
Mike Farrell, IlliniGuys & Big Sports Radio National Football Recruiting Expert
September 20, 2023
(Mike Farrell also has his own website: https://mikefarrellsports.com/)
In this edition of the Farrell Files Illinois, I’ll begin comparing teams in the Big Ten by position in the 2024 class and provide a 2026 update from the weekend visits.
Safety Dance: Illini Likely Lean on Clayton Bush & Nicario Harper After Injury Rash
The loss of Matthew Bailey and Demetrius Hill to the Illinois secondary is likely to put a strain on the safety depth after just three games into the 2023 season.
Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer
September 19, 2023
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Sunday morning became the living embodiment of why Illinois defensive coaches elect to crosstrain its secondary players at multiple positions.
Heat Checks and Hail Marys - Beginning of the 2nd Quarter and Make Donations Not Angry Xs
Mike Cagley, Co-Host Sports Spectacular & Big Sports Radio […]
Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Mikey Lewis
Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting
September 19, 2023
Mikey Lewis Sr. recaps his son's official visit from Illinois this weekend. Let us say Mr. Lewis did his homework on the Illini before the visit was scheduled.
‘We can fix it’: Illinois OC Barry Lunney Jr. Begins Steps For Luke Altmyer’s Confidence Rebuild
Illinois offensive coordinator Barry Lunney Jr. said he believes the coaching staff already identifying the cause for Luke Altmyer’s turnover-happy game vs. Penn State is half of the battle.
Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer
September 18, 2023
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Barry Lunney Jr. believes identification is the first step to bringing back Luke Altmyer’s confidence.
NEWS: Illini Safety Matthew Bailey Out For Remainder of 2023 Season
Illinois sophomore safety Matthew Bailey will have season-ending surgery to repair damage to his shoulder sustained in the 30-13 loss to No. 7 Penn State on Saturday.
Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer
September 18, 2023
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — The 2023 season for Matthew Bailey will consist of no more than 22 snaps of action.
‘A spark is what he provides’: Can Reggie Love Get More Opportunities to Shine in 2023?
Illinois tailback Reggie Love has averaged 4.5 yards per carry in each of the first three games of the 2023 season, but early deficits have negated his effectiveness in the second half for the Illini offense.
Matthew Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer
September 18, 2023
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Reggie Love III believes he’s one big run away from putting all of his talent and potential together into being the star tailback at Illinois this season.
And his Illini coaches agree with this assessment from the tailback who will turn 22 years old on Oct. 11.
The Trench Report: Penn State
Steve Sturm, IlliniGuys Football Analyst
September 18, 2023
I know that Illinois fans are smarting after suffering through the loss to Penn State on Sunday, but the film review reveals that, aside from the turnovers, the Illini showed out pretty well on Saturday. I know that's a pretty big IF to use, but I also don't think Illinois is likely to be minus 5 on the turnover battle very often and to hang in pretty well against a top 10 team while losing the turnover battle isn't such a bad result.
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