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Illini Get Much Needed D-Line Commitment - Clay Patterson

Illini Get Much Needed D-Line Commitment - Clay Patterson

Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting December 2, 2023 […]

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Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Jack Anderson

Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Jack Anderson

Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting

December 2, 2023

Illinois prep Jack Anderson had an unofficial visit to Illinois last weekend. According to Anderson, it was everything he thought it would be.

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Illini MB Preview - Big Ten Opener at Rutgers

Illini MB Preview - Big Ten Opener at Rutgers

Brad Sturdy, Co-Host Sports Spectacular and Big Sports Radio

December 2, 2023

Big Ten Opener

It’s Big Ten season, or at least the first leg of the December portion of Big Ten season and the Illini are on the road again. The Illini haven’t left the friendly confines of the State Farm Center but will now head to New Jersey and the RAC for a showdown with a tough and physical Rutgers squad featuring All Conference performer Clif Omoruyi. It’s never easy on the road in the Big Ten but the Illini are in need of a quick start to the Big Ten season and a signature win in early December before a difficult week. 

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Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Donovan Williams, Jr.

Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Donovan Williams, Jr.

Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting

December 1, 2023

Illinois men's assistant basketball coach Chester Frazier is at it again. Frazier is money when it comes to trusting his eye for talent.

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Football Recruiting Spotlight on Andrew Dennis

Football Recruiting Spotlight on Andrew Dennis

Steve Sturm, IlliniGuys Football Analyst

December 1, 2023

For those of you who were excited about Illinois' flip of offensive lineman Andrew Dennis from Michigan State to Illinois despite Dennis having a Penn State offer, I have good news and bad news for you. First the bad news: Dennis isn't any better than Illinois' other two offensive line recruits: Brandon Hansen and Zafir Stewart.  Then the good news: Hansen and Stewart are awfully good too.

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Illini OL Zachary Barlev Announces Intention to Enter Transfer Portal

Illini OL Zachary Barlev Announces Intention to Enter Transfer Portal

Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer

December 1, 2023

CHAMPAIGN — An offensive lineman who was an integral part of Bret Bielema’s ‘Barge’ package in the nine-overtime victory at Penn State in 2021 has elected to enter the transfer portal.

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Bielema Claims He Doesn’t Anticipate Making Illini Coaching Staff Changes For 2024 Season

Bielema Claims He Doesn’t Anticipate Making Illini Coaching Staff Changes For 2024 Season

Illinois head coach Bret Bielema hinted in his end-of-season media conference that he doesn’t anticipate making any assistant coach changes for the upcoming 2024 season. 

Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer

December 1, 2023

CHAMPAIGN — Following a 5-7 campaign, Bret Bielema wanted to make clear that he plans to “double down” on his philosophy and program building mentality.

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Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Football Recruiting Moves Forward After Challenging Season

Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Football Recruiting Moves Forward After Challenging Season

Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting

November 30, 2023

There is an old saying that coaches are only as good as the players on the field. In Illinois' case, this was evident this past football season. The Illini football team finished the season with a disappointing 5-7 record, leaving a fanbase confused and angry, and some expected it. Illinois lost 12 players to the NFL, some drafted and others signed as undrafted free agents and camp invites. 

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NEWS: Illini 2023 Leading Rusher Reggie Love III Announces Intention to Enter Transfer Portal

NEWS: Illini 2023 Leading Rusher Reggie Love III Announces Intention to Enter Transfer Portal

Illinois senior-to-be tailback Reggie Love III announces his intention to enter the transfer portal and Illini head coach Bret Bielema claims he wasn’t surprised by the decision after a Sunday meeting with the 2023 leading rusher.

Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer

November 30, 2023

CHAMPAIGN — Illinois’ leading rusher for the 2023 season has announced his intention to enter the transfer portal. 

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Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Landyn Colyer

Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Landyn Colyer

Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting

November 30, 2023

Former Illinois prep Landyn Colyer, originally from Crystal Lake South High School, recently moved to Florida last August, where he now attends North Tampa Christian.

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"It’s all about confidence”: ‘Illini Gal’ Adalia McKenzie Shines On Both Ends in 39-Point Blowout Win

Illinois junior wing Adalia McKenzie provided a season-high 20 points but more importantly, shut down Central Connecticut State’s leading scorer in a blowout win.

Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer

November 29, 2023

CHAMPAIGN — Maybe Wednesday night was just set up to be an Adalia McKenzie special. 

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Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Will Tompkins

Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Will Tompkins

Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting

November 29, 2023

Illinois head football coach Bret Bielema has made it on the recruiting trail. When you can get a recruit from the state of Iowa to visit and have serious interest, you are doing something special. 

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Football Recruiting Spotlight on Daniel Brown

Football Recruiting Spotlight on Daniel Brown

Steve Sturm, IlliniGuys Football Analyst

November 29, 2023

Matt Stevens is going to love this one after all the Kaden Feagin questions, because now Illinois actually is going to have a running back playing linebacker.

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Analysis: How the Andrew ‘AJ’ Dennis Commitment is Big…Literally and Figuratively

Analysis: How the Andrew ‘AJ’ Dennis Commitment is Big…Literally and Figuratively

Illinois head coach Bret Bielema and Illini offensive line coach Bart Miller have established the foundation of what they both consider a critical position in the 2024 recruiting class. 

Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer

November 28, 2023

CHAMPAIGN — On the afternoon of November 27, 2023, Illinois got a big verbal pledge - literally and figuratively. 

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Newton Named Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year

Newton Named Big Ten Defensive Player of the Year

Illinois Athletics Release November 28, 2023 CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Illinois […]

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