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IlliniGuys UTSA-Illinois Predictions

The Illini begin the Bielema Era with the best […]

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Newton & Randolph Provide Foundation For Illini Defensive Line Future

Newton & Randolph Provide Foundation For Illini Defensive Line Future

No matter how many players have their hand in the ground, Illinois defensive line coach Terrance Jamison sees Saturday’s opener as a positive starting point.

By Matt Stevens - IlliniGuys Football Writer/Analyst

September 2, 2021

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. -- The news that he'd be one of the defensive linemen starting the following afternoon still came as a bit of a surprise to Jer'Zhan Newton.

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Recruiting: Illinois in the mix for Asa Thomas

Recruiting: Illinois in the mix for Asa Thomas

By Kedric Prince - IlliniGuys.com Director of Recruiting

September 3, 2021

Asa Thomas, a 6-foot-5, 185-pound small forward from Lake Forest, Illinois, is the next big target from the Illinois Wolves program.

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Illini LB Calvin Hart Jr. Has Season-Ending Knee Surgery; QB Brandon Peters Won’t Start Saturday

Illini LB Calvin Hart Jr. Has Season-Ending Knee Surgery; QB Brandon Peters Won’t Start Saturday

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Recruiting:  2023 DL prospect Tyler Gant checks in after Saturday's win

Recruiting: 2023 DL prospect Tyler Gant checks in after Saturday's win

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Recruiting: 2023 prospect Oshobi Odior talks visit

Recruiting: 2023 prospect Oshobi Odior talks visit

The Fighting Illini appear to be headed in the right direction when it comes to recruiting these days. They are almost done with the class of 2022, but will definitely add a few more pieces, especially on the defensive side of the ball.

What is next? Start to zero in on the class of 2023. The big win over Big Ten foe Nebraska was a good showing and a positive step in the right direction to give future recruits a glimpse of the future. 

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Football Recruiting Spotlight on Alec Bryant

Football Recruiting Spotlight on Alec Bryant

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2022 commit Hunter Whitenack recaps his visit

2022 commit Hunter Whitenack recaps his visit

By Kedric Prince - IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting August […]

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Trio of Illini Players No Longer With Football Program

Trio of Illini Players No Longer With Football Program

Illinois officials confirmed to IlliniGuys.com that tight ends Cooper […]

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IlliniGuys Beat Writer Q&A - Week 1

IlliniGuys Beat Writer Q&A - Week 1

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”The best Deuce Spann he can be is at wide receiver”: How an ‘ah ha’ Moment Between Bielema & Isaiah Williams Led to Spann’s Big Catch vs. Nebraska

”The best Deuce Spann he can be is at wide receiver”: How an ‘ah ha’ Moment Between Bielema & Isaiah Williams Led to Spann’s Big Catch vs. Nebraska

A conversation in the first week of August between […]

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The Trench Report: Nebraska

The Trench Report: Nebraska

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Weekend hoops recruiting update

Weekend hoops recruiting update

There were several recruits on campus this weekend and they were treated to a great atmosphere and an upset win by the Illini football team over Nebraska.  Everyone appeared to enjoy the trip and getting to hang out with the coaching staff, current players, and each other.  Here's how things appear to stand after the weekend:

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Monday Bielema Quick Notes: “Big Play” Deuce Spann Now at WR, Illini Injury Updates & Walters’ “Multiple” Defensive Combos 

Monday Bielema Quick Notes: “Big Play” Deuce Spann Now at WR, Illini Injury Updates & Walters’ “Multiple” Defensive Combos 

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Illini Film Review: Why Scott Frost is Already Regretting Studying Illinois’ Spring Game

Illini Film Review: Why Scott Frost is Already Regretting Studying Illinois’ Spring Game

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