
My IlliniGuys Top 25 Ballot - Everybody with One Loss…Take a Breath
Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer October 9, 2024 CHAMPAIGN, […]
My IlliniGuys Top 25 Ballot - Everybody with One Loss…Take a Breath
Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer October 9, 2024 CHAMPAIGN, […]
Illini Film Review: Penn State 21, Illinois 7 - Illini Had Opportunities in Happy Valley
After a 14-point loss at Penn State, it’s just too easy for Illinois to chalk up this loss to being undermanned and out-talented on the line-of-scrimmage.
Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer
October 8, 2024
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Allow Illinois offensive coordinator Barry Lunney Jr. to give Captain Morgan rum some free advertisement and be the Illini’s version of “Captain Obvious” when evaluating this 21-7 loss at Penn State on Sept. 28.
Why Bret Bielema Kept His Coordinators Off The Road Until Friday During Bye Week
An open date week usually means a massive amount of recruiting for assistant coaches. Illinois was no different…except for the two coordinators. Illinois head coach Bret Bielema detailed why.
Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer
October 8, 2024
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Immediately following the loss at Penn State, all of the Illinois coaches planned to see several players & games in multiple states representing a currently ranked 4-1 football team.
The Farrell Files Illinois - Huge Decommitment & Importance of This Weekend's Game
Mike Farrell, IlliniGuys & Big Sports Radio National Football Recruiting Expert
October 8, 2024
(Mike Farrell also has his own website: https://mikefarrellsports.com/)
In this edition of the Farrell Files Illinois, I’ll look at a huge decommitment from another Big Ten program and how it impacts Illinois and what this weekend’s game can mean to recruiting.
Ked's Recruiting Roundup - The Cannon Trophy is on the Line Saturday between Purdue and Illinois, and So are Recruits
Kedric Prince - IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting
October 7, 2024
CHAMPAIGN, IL. – Trophy games might seem like a thing of the past, but don’t tell that to the Illinois football coaches. When the Purdue Boilermakers visit Memorial Stadium this Saturday, the coveted Cannon Trophy will be on the line.
Heat Checks & Hail Marys – Alabama's Coaching Choice and the Benefits of Realignment
Mike Cagley, Co-Host Sports Spectacular and Big Sports Radio […]
Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Brad Underwood's Crew Extends Offers This Week
Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting
October 6, 2024
Champaign, IL – The 2024-25 college basketball season is underway with practices, though games have yet to be played. However, recruiting has not slowed down for the Illinois men’s basketball program, as the staff extended two key offers to potential prospects this week—both of whom appear to be high-priority targets.
Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Fall Basketball Recruiting Season for Men’s and Women’s Programs
Kedric Prince - IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting
October 5, 2024
Champaign, IL – Here at IlliniGuys, we’ve shared with our subscribers that the fall season is critical for the Illinois basketball programs to continue showcasing what they have to offer.
This week, we learned that both the men’s and women’s teams have had and will host key players on campus. Let’s start with the Illinois women’s program.
The Farrell Files Illinois - An Interesting 2025 Offer
Mike Farrell, IlliniGuys & Big Sports Radio National Football Recruiting Expert
October 5, 2024
(Mike Farrell also has his own website: https://mikefarrellsports.com/)
In this edition of the Farrell Files Illinois, I’ll look at a very interesting 2025 offer in a few ways and how the projected roster limits have things in flux.
Big Ten Commissioner Tony Petitti Confirms Meeting in Nashville With Big Ten & SEC Leadership
The commissioners and athletics directors of the two most powerful leagues in college athletics will meet next week in Nashville to discuss a variety of topics including a possible scheduling alliance in multiple sports.
Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer
October 4, 2024
ROSEMONT, Ill. — Discussions among the two commissioners and all of the athletics directors in the two most powerful conferences in college athletics will involve a possible scheduling alliance in multiple sports between the Big Ten Conference and Southeastern Conference.
“We got Orlando back”: Underwood’s Plan To Supplement Tim Anderson’s Loss? Orlando Antiqua
The plan by Illinois head coach Brad Underwood to account for the loss of assistant coach Tim Anderson has already been executed: Bring Orlando Antigua back.
Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer
October 3, 2024
ROSEMONT, Ill. — The first words out Brad Underwood’s mouth were more than telling about how the Illinois staff is approaching the loss of assistant coach Tim Anderson heading into the 2024-25.
“I don’t care if Ty shoots it or not”: Underwood Insists Rodgers Will Play Regardless of Outside Shooting Improvement
Illinois head coach Brad Underwood detailed the role he envisions for junior wing Ty Rodgers regardless of any offseason improvement of his perimeter shooting.
Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer
October 3, 2024
ROSEMONT, Ill. — The issue of Ty Rodgers’ jump shot seems like it could be an matter classified as a Ubben Basketball Complex issue.
Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Nick Hankins Thrilled with Illinois Football Offer
Kedric Prince - IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting
October 3, 2024
CHAMPAIGN, IL. — Nick Hankins, a 6-foot-1, 180-pound cornerback from Belleville, Ill., is riding high after receiving an offer from the University of Illinois this week.
Big Ten Commissioner Tony Petitti “Comfortable” Changing Basketball Tournaments to 15-Team Bracket
With the addition of the four former Pacific 12 […]
Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Wide Receiver Kade Smith ‘Surprised’ by Illinois Offer This Week
Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting
October 2, 2024
Champaign, IL - While the Illinois football team is on a bye week to recover from minor injuries and prepare for their upcoming game against the Purdue Boilermakers, the recruiting team has been busy securing future talent.