The Farrell Files - QB info & Defensive Line Breakdown
Mike Farrell, IlliniGuys National Football Recruiting Expert
January 26, 2023
(Mike Farrell also has his own website: https://mikefarrellsports.com/)
The latest in the Farrell Files Illinois has info on the new QB, some preferred walk on info for 2023 and my breakdown of the 2023 DL class.
Sturdy's Takeaways - Ohio State Edition
By Brad Sturdy - IlliniGuys Insider/Analyst
January 25, 2023
(Cover photo courtesy Joe Clark/IlliniGuys)
The Illini got back on the winning side of things with a 69-60 win over Ohio State on Tuesday night behind a balanced offensive performance and some stellar defense as they moved to 14-6 overall and 5-4 in league play. Terrence Shannon had 17 to lead the way, but the Illini got 14 from Jayden Epps, 12 from Matthew Mayer and a complete performance from Coleman Hawkins with 11 points, 9 rebounds, 6 assists and 3 blocks as they controlled the game for the final 30 minutes against the Buckeyes.
Here’s a quick recap:
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Did The Women's McDonald's All-American Committee Forget One?
By Kedric Prince - IlliniGuys.com Director of Recruiting
Jan. 25, 2023
On Tuesday live on ESPN, it announced the winners of the 2023 men's and women's McDonald's All-American team. From a recruiting standpoint, I was not expecting a player from the men's 2023 recruiting class to make the list, but for the women's side, I did.
Several fans asked me personally on our message boards if I thought the selection process was somewhat political; for the first time ever, I can say “yes,” only because I have a little proof.
No Flu For You: Matthew Mayer Rebounds From Illness With Inspiring Performance vs. Ohio State
Illinois forward Matthew Mayer spent the last few days in bed with the flu but newfound health led to 12 points and a comfortable win.
By Matt Stevens - IlliniGuys Staff Writer
January 25, 2023
(Photos courtesy Ron Johnson/USA Today Sports)
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. -- In case anybody might have been wondering, a healthy Matthew Mayer without the flu is a better basketball player than the opposite.
The Illinois graduate transfer had practically every physical and medical reason to feel, look and most importantly act differently than the last time he stepped on the State Farm Center playing floor. Following a scoreless outing in 22 minutes against Indiana in which Mayer was likely in between being sick in the bathroom, Mayer couldn’t have been more different for a simple reason. He felt better.
Bielema’s New Contract Includes Automatic Renewal Incentive Clause For Bowl Seasons
Illinois head coach Bret Bielema can see his new six-year contract automatically turn into as much as a 10-year deal simply by simply finishing four of the next six seasons with a bowl game.
Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer
January 25, 2023
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. -- Bret Bielema’s new contract extension at Illinois has automatic one-year renewals if his football team qualifies for a bowl game.
Complete Effort Nets Illini Dominant Win Over Buckeyes
By IlliniGuys Staff January 24, 2023 (Cover photo courtesy […]
Bloomington Guard Cole Certa Receives Illinois Offer
Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting
January 24, 2023
Illinois recently offered Blooming Central Catholic 6-foot-4 point guard Cole Certa last week.
Zack Hawkinson will Visit Tonight's Ohio State Game
Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting
January 24, 2023
IlliniGuys learned that at tonight's Ohio State basketball game
Illini Basketball Preview - Ohio State
Brad Sturdy, Co-Host IlliniGuys Sports Spectacular
January 24, 2023
Illinois (13-6, 4-4) vs. Ohio State (11-8, 3-5) Jan. 24, 2023
Quarterback Belay Brummel was Thrilled to Receive an Illinois Offer
Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting
January 24, 2023
IlliniGuys caught up with quarterback Belay Brummel in April of 2022
Fmr. Ball State QB John Paddock Transferring to Illinois to Continue Family’s Illini Legacy
Illinois adds to the depth of its quarterback room for the 2023 season by adding a former FBS starter as a walk-on. John Paddock has deep family ties to the Illini football and athletics department.
By Matt Stevens - IlliniGuys Football Writer/Analyst
January 23 2023
(Cover photo courtesy Randy Sartin/USA Today Sports)
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. -- John Paddock has agreed to continue his family legacy connected to the University of Illinois football program.
The former Ball State starting quarterback will be transferring to Bret Bielema’s Illini roster as a walk-on and will be eligible for spring practices set to begin in a few months. The Athletic was the first to report this news.
The Farrell Files - Big Unofficial WR Visit & Coaching Nugget
Mike Farrell, IlliniGuys National Football Recruiting Expert
January 23, 2023
(Mike Farrell also has his own website: https://mikefarrellsports.com/)
The Farrell Files Illinois is here with some 2024 and even 2023 recruiting news as well as perhaps a coaching nugget.
#21 Illini Survive Physical Test to Complete Regular Season Sweep of Northwestern
#21 Illinois dominates Northwestern in the paint 44-20 thanks to a double-double from Kendall Bostic to take the first regular season sweep of the in-state rivalry in a decade.
Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer
January 22, 2023
EVANSTON, Ill. -- Illinois head coach Shauna Green sent a text message to Kendall Bostic
Heat Checks and Hail Marys - A Bad Night for All Against Indiana
Mike Cagley, Co-Host IlliniGuys Sports Spectacular January 22, 2023 […]
Illinois Football Once Again Sees Talent not Stars
Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting
January 21, 2023
Illinois head football coach Bret Bielema has an eye for talent
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