“I’ve been amazed by the woe is me comments”: Bielema Knows Kansas Can’t Beat Illini Twice
Following the 34-23 loss at Kansas, Illinois head coach Bret Bielema said Thursday he’s a bit surprised at the media reports in the last few days.
Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer
September 14, 2023
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — One of the top missions for Bret Bielema is to not allow the outing at Kansas to beat his Illinois football program more than once.
Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Andre Lovett
Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting
September 14, 2023
Sure, there is a big football game taking place this weekend at Memorial Stadium in Champaign, Illinois.
Moore Tight End Action? Illini Pleased With Fifth-Year Senior & Positional Depth
Illinois tight end room has graded well by new positional coach Robby Discher and offensive coordinator Barry Lunney Jr. - who was a tight end coach at Arkansas under Bret Bielema.
Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer
September 13, 2023
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Griffin Moore believed eventually these moments would come in his collegiate career and recognizes his time is now.
Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Davion Thompson
Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting
September 13, 2023
Illinois adds another offer to the class of 2027 men's basketball list.
Around The Big Ten - Wednesday, Sept. 13th
September 13, 2023 (Cover photo courtesy Iowa Athletics) Week […]
The Farrell Files Illinois - Petty and Stephenson Updates
Mike Farrell, IlliniGuys & Big Sports Radio National Football Recruiting Expert
September 13, 2023
(Mike Farrell also has his own website: https://mikefarrellsports.com/)
In this edition of the Farrell Files Illinois, QB commit Trey Petty breaks his silence and DE Dylan Stephenson visits.
Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Keith Long
Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting
September 12, 2023
Running the football is Illinois head coach Bret Bielema's staple; it has made him successful, and he probably will not deviate too much from doing it.
‘Everything is on the table’: Illini Defense in Emergency Evaluation Mode
Illinois defensive coordinator Aaron Henry said the last 24-48 hours following the loss at Kansas has involved uncomfortable and emotional conversations inside Smith Family Football Complex.
Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer
September 12, 2023
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Since the plane touched back down at Willard Airport late on Friday night, the conversations surrounding Illinois head coach Bret Bielema and his defensive staff haven’t been pleasant.
Heat Checks and Hail Marys – The Rush to Judgment
Mike Cagley, Co-Host Sports Spectacular and Big Sports Radio […]
Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Brayden Trimble
Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting
September 10, 2023
We told you when the visit came during the football game, we would keep you covered with recruits coming to campus.
Illini Still Searching After Two Weeks For Offensive Identity
Illinois offensive coordinator Barry Lunney Jr. stated Monday that the Illini’s inability to score points in the first four drives at Kansas dictated a near impossible situation.
Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer
September 11, 2023
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Through the first four possessions at Kansas, the Illinois offense had no points, 42 total yards and just one first down.
Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Casey Thomann
Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting
September 11, 2023
Illinois football has become very good at finding talent that a lot of schools do not feel comfortable enough yet to offer. What head coach Bret Bielema and staff do well is identify talent, take calls from high school coaches, who know players may have been overlooked, check game film, then attend games. If they are good enough, they will get visits and, hopefully, turn into offers.
The Trench Report: Kansas
Steve Sturm, IlliniGuys Football Analyst
September 11, 2023
I'm sure none of us are happy with the result of the Kansas and Illinois match-up last Friday. However, after re-watching the game with a closer eye on the lines, I came away with a bit more optimistic view of the Illini situation.
The Farrell Files Illinois - Key 2025 Targets
Mike Farrell, IlliniGuys & Big Sports Radio National Football Recruiting Expert
September 11, 2023
(Mike Farrell also has his own website: https://mikefarrellsports.com/)
In this edition of the Farrell Files Illinois, I’ll take a look at a few key 2025 targets and give a small update on the Trey Petty situation.
Kansas 34, Illinois 23 - Illini Film Review - Kansas Targeted Illini LBs & Safeties; Lunney Gets Caught Being Tricky & Snap Counts
The Kansas offensive game plan on Friday night consisted of one idea: The Jayhawks didn’t think Illinois had solid linebacker or safety play.
Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer
September 10, 2023
From the opening drive to their final possession of the third quarter, Kansas operated its offense with one consistent idea in mind.
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