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Illini DC Aaron Henry on loss last year at Kansas: “It was an incredible teaching moment”

Illini DC Aaron Henry on loss last year at Kansas: “It was an incredible teaching moment”

Illinois defensive coordinator Aaron Henry said Monday he’s likely rewatched the 34-23 loss at Kansas last year “over a hundred times” to review his mistakes in preparation. 

Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer

September 2, 2024

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Over a hundred times. 

This is how many times Illinois defensive coordinator Aaron Henry says he’s watched film of his team’s 34-23 loss at Kansas in the second week of last season.

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Ked's Recruiting Roundup - The State of Illinois' Top Women's Basketball Prospect to Announce Decision Thursday

Ked's Recruiting Roundup - The State of Illinois' Top Women's Basketball Prospect to Announce Decision Thursday

Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting

September 2, 2024

Champaign, ILL — Thursday, September 5th, could mark a significant moment in Illinois women's basketball recruiting. Head coach Shauna Green, now entering her third year at the helm, has already transformed Illinois into a respected program.

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The Trench Report: Eastern Illinois University

The Trench Report: Eastern Illinois University

Steve Sturm, IlliniGuys Football Analyst September 2, 2024 Welcome […]

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Freshman Phenom Gradually Finding His Groove

Freshman Phenom Gradually Finding His Groove

Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting

September 2, 2024

Champaign, ILL – Illinois associate head men’s basketball coach Orlando Antigua didn’t recruit Will Riley just to fill out the roster. He saw the potential in the Kitchener, Ontario native and believed Riley could eventually become a star in the Big Ten.

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Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Cameron Wagner Recaps Visit After Eastern Illinois Football Game

Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Cameron Wagner Recaps Visit After Eastern Illinois Football Game

Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting

September 1, 2024

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. – On a late weeknight, the Illinois football program hosted fewer high school visitors than usual on campus, but a larger turnout is expected on Saturday when they take on the Kansas Jayhawks.

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Lonely Game Days Are Gone for Illini WRs, Their Coach Wrote Them a Letter

Lonely Game Days Are Gone for Illini WRs, Their Coach Wrote Them a Letter

The 2024 season opener on Thursday night was the first time Illinois wide receivers learned they’ll be receiving a hand-written letter as part of their position coach’s special pre-game ritual. 

Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer

September 1, 2024

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — While trying to calm himself down in the lobby of the team hotel on Thursday afternoon before his first game of the 2024 season, Pat Bryant was tapped on the shoulder by his position coach.  

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The Farrell Files Illinois - Key 2027 Visitor & Illini DL vs B1G DLs

The Farrell Files Illinois - Key 2027 Visitor & Illini DL vs B1G DLs

Mike Farrell, IlliniGuys & Big Sports Radio National Football Recruiting Expert

August 31, 2024

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

In this edition of the Farrell Files Illinois, I’ll look at a key 2027 visitor for Thursday night, rank DE Cameron Brooks vs the industry and show how the Illini DL stacks up against the Big Ten.

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Illini Film Review - Illinois 45, Eastern Illinois 0 - So…let’s talk about Malik Elzy

Illini Film Review - Illinois 45, Eastern Illinois 0 - So…let’s talk about Malik Elzy

Illinois sophomore wide receiver Malik Elzy had what could be a defining evening in every facet of his game as he begins his second year of college football. 

Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer

August 31, 2024

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — The season opener of the 2024 season could be the moment most folks point toward when the career arc of Malik Elzy began to curve up at the collegiate level. 

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Where Was Terrance Brooks in the Illini’s 2024 Season Opener?

Where Was Terrance Brooks in the Illini’s 2024 Season Opener?

Illinois head coach Bret Bielema suggests in post-game media conference that key transfer portal addition needs to “continue to do things the right way and with consistency” to earn a starter role.

Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer

August 30, 2024

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — When asked about his program’s most impactful transfer portal additions in the offseason, Illinois head coach Bret Bielema did not confirm a reason for Terrance Brooks’ lack of playing time in the 2024 season opener on Thursday night. 

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Gabe Jacas’ Positional Versatility On Full Display in Season Opener vs. EIU

Gabe Jacas’ Positional Versatility On Full Display in Season Opener vs. EIU

If the 45-0 win over Eastern Illinois is any evidence to the future plans, Illinois coaches are planning to line up third-year pass rusher Gabe Jacas in all kinds of ways. 

Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer

August 30, 2024

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Despite an announced crowd of 43,849 and a Big Ten Network audience all seeing Gabe Jacas consistently put his hand on the ground in a defensive lineman stance, his head coach wants everybody to believe nothing has changed.

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Heat Checks & Hail Marys - Illini Do What They're Supposed to Do

Heat Checks & Hail Marys - Illini Do What They're Supposed to Do

Mike Cagley, Co-Host IlliniGuys Sports Spectacular August 30, 2024 […]

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Illini Find Week 1 Victories in a No-Win Situation

Illini Find Week 1 Victories in a No-Win Situation

Against an overmatched in-state Football Championship Subdivision opponent, Illinois managed to leave the 2024 season-opener with a series of wins. 

Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer

August 29, 2024

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — While it’s historically a rare occurrence when Illinois football finds itself in a perceived no-win situation, Bret Bielema’s team left the 2024 season opener with multiple reasons to feel it was a productive outing.  

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IlliniGuys Predictions - Eastern Illinois at Illinois

IlliniGuys Predictions - Eastern Illinois at Illinois

August 29, 2024 Larry, Zain and Steve tied at […]

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Sturdy's 5 Things I Need to See Tonight

Sturdy's 5 Things I Need to See Tonight

Brad Sturdy, Co-Host IlliniGuys Sports Spectacular and Resident Illini Guru

August 29, 2024

There are five things that I need to see tonight. They are as follows:

1. Control of the LOS - Show me two lines that can dominate a lower-level opponent and create running lanes, protect the QB and stop the run.

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Illini Football Game Preview - Inside the 20-year bond of Illini OC Barry Lunney & EIU Head Coach Chris Wilkerson

Illini Football Game Preview - Inside the 20-year bond of Illini OC Barry Lunney & EIU Head Coach Chris Wilkerson

Illinois offensive coordinator Barry Lunney Jr. is the godfather of the son of Eastern Illinois head coach Chris Wilkerson. 

Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer

August 29, 2024

Eastern Illinois at Illinois

Date/Time/Place: Thursday, Aug. 29, 2024: 8 p.m. CST, Memorial Stadium, Champaign, Ill.

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