#9 Penn State's Defense Stops 19th Ranked Illini, 21-7
By IlliniGuys Staff September 28, 2024 (Cover photo courtesy […]
#9 Penn State's Defense Stops 19th Ranked Illini, 21-7
By IlliniGuys Staff September 28, 2024 (Cover photo courtesy […]
Game Preview - Round Two of Illini DC Aaron Henry vs. Penn State OC Andy Kotelnicki
After the blowout loss at Kansas last season, Illinois defensive coordinator Aaron Henry and the transformative Illini defensive returners get another shot at offensive play-caller Andy Kotelnicki.
Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer
September 28, 2024
No. 19 Illinois at No. 9 Penn State
Date/Time/Place: Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024: 6:30 p.m. CST, Beaver Stadium, University Park, Penn.
Surface: Grass
Capacity: 106,572
Records: Illinois 4-0, 1-0 in Big Ten; Penn State 3-0, 0-0 in Big Ten
Betting Line: Penn State by 18
Series notes: Penn State leads 21-6 and has won four of the last five matchups. In 2023, the Nittany Lions earned a 30-13 victory in Champaign. Penn State forced five takeaways, including four interceptions and a fumble. Kaytron Allen and Nicholas Singleton each scored on rushing touchdowns, while Trey Potts threw an 11-yard touchdown pass to Tyler Warren.
TV: NBC; Noah Eagle (play-by-play), Todd Blackledge (analyst), and Kathryn Tappen (reporter)
Radio (Illinois): Brian Barnhart (play-by-play), Kevin Mitchell (analyst), Michael Martin (sideline), and Steve Kelly (pre/half/post). The broadcast can be heard live on TuneIn online radio, SiriusXM, the SiriusXM App, and at FightingIllini.com/live.
STATE COLLEGE, Pa. — Gentlemen go to your corners, ring the bell and start round two of Aaron Henry vs. Andy Kotelnicki.
IlliniGuys Predictions - Illinois at Penn State
September 28, 2024 The Illini move to a perfect […]
Altmyer’s Revenge Game in Nittany Lions Den
One year ago, Luke Altmyer tossed four interceptions and was pulled in the fourth quarter of a loss against Penn State. In 2024, the Illinois quarterback gets his second chance.
Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer
September 27, 2024
CHAMPAIGN — Luke Altmyer might always remember how he was feeling in the evening after the 30-13 loss to Penn State.
His head coach knew what his quarterback was thinking too.
The Farrell Files Illinois - How a Win Over Penn State Could Impact Illini Recruiting
Mike Farrell, IlliniGuys & Big Sports Radio National Football Recruiting Expert
September 27, 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 2026 QB target, how a win over Penn State could impact recruiting and rank DB Robert Jones vs the industry.
Why Illini Coaches & Players Believe DT TeRah Edwards is “the most unselfish player on the roster”
Illinois defensive tackle TeRah Edwards has played the third-most snaps of any interior defensive lineman in the Big Ten Conference this season.
Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer
September 26, 2024
CHAMPAIGN — TeRah Edwards sounds like a young man who knows exactly the job he signed up for on the football field.
Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Illinois Basketball Fans, Read the Real Facts About Wing Brandon Lee
Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting
September 25, 2024
Champaign, IL – After scrolling through several media outlets and watching breakdowns of Brad Underwood's newest commit, Brandon Lee, it seems many people aren’t sold on his overall game.
Keep in mind, Lee is a 6-foot-5, four-star recruit from Hillside, N.J. While not ranked among the top 50 national prospects, he may have slipped through the cracks. We caught up with Brandon's father, Butch Lee, who shared some insightful details that might change perceptions about his son—and he believes Illinois got a steal.
Illinois Men's Basketball Strikes Again with Another Four-Star Recruit, Brandon Lee
Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting
September 25, 2024
Champaign, IL — Success on the recruiting trail seems to come naturally for Illinois head coach Brad Underwood, and today’s announcement proves just that.
Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Griffin Rousseau Knew After Watching Illinois This Spring They Would Be Good
Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting
September 25, 2024
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. – Griffin Rousseau knew back in January where he wanted to take his talents at the next level. Head coach Bret Bielema and offensive line coach Bart Miller from Illinois did what they needed to land him.
Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Illinois Football Recruits Taking Notice of Illinois’ Success
Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting
September 24, 2024
Champaign, IL — Illinois head football coach Bret Bielema knows when momentum is on your side, it’s time to capitalize — especially when it comes to recruiting. After big wins, he’s mentioned more than once that it’s time to get on the phone and talk to recruits.
The Farrell Files Illinois - Impact of the Nebraska Win & 2026 Target Updates
Mike Farrell, IlliniGuys & Big Sports Radio National Football Recruiting Expert
September 24, 2024
(Mike Farrell also has his own website: https://mikefarrellsports.com/)
In this edition of the Farrell Files Illinois, I’ll look at the impact of the win against Nebraska, rank DB Desmond Straughton against the industry and a few updates on some top targets in 2026.
Illini Film Review: Illinois 31, Nebraska 24 (OT) - Welcome to a Very Different Luke Altmyer in 2024
Illinois second year starting quarterback Luke Altmyer’s obvious and subtle body language was so different Friday night in Lincoln, Nebraska leading to his best performance in an Illini jersey.
Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer
September 23, 2024
LINCOLN, Neb. — Luke Altmyer went into a different mental and emotional mode on Friday night inside Memorial Stadium at Nebraska.
Sturdy's Soliloquy: Flying High at 4-0, and more….
By Brad Sturdy - IlliniGuys Insider/Analyst
September 23, ,2023
(Cover photo courtesy Illinois Athletics)
The Ilini went into Lincoln and pulled out the overtime win against the star Freshman Quarterback with the veteran offensive line that left the nation thinking….’This team might be pretty good?’
In the aftermath of the 31-24 win in overtime, the Illini moved up to #19 and #21 in the national polls and are the only team in the nation with 2 ranked wins. They will get another shot on Saturday night in Happy Valley against #9 Penn State. A win there and more people will jump on the bandwagon, but right now let’s focus on what this team has done and where they are.
The Trench Report: Nebraska
Steve Sturm, IlliniGuys Football Analyst
September 23, 2024
That was great, wasn't it? Not only did Illinois have a big win on Friday in a tough environment, but they also played really, really well.
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