Illini DC Ryan Walters Shoulders Blame For Pre-Snap Coverage Issues
Illinois defensive coordinator Ryan Walters said he was to blame for UTSA receiver Zakhari Franklin being open for eight quick slant and post routes in the Illini’s 37-30 loss.
Matt Steven, IlliniGuys Staff Writer
September 6, 2021
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. -- While lining up properly and correctly on each play might seem like a small task, Illinois’ defensive boss said his players not doing just that Saturday led to a big problem.
Ked's Recruiting Corner - Football and Basketball Recruit Updates
Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting
September 6, 2021
Football Recruit Updates
The loss Saturday was a setback for the team, obviously and some fans.
Football Recruiting: Kaden Feagin likes what he sees in Illinois
By Kedric Prince - IlliniGuys.com Director of Recruiting
September 3, 2021
Kaden Feagin, a 6-foot-3, 221-pound athlete from Arthur, Illinois, is a big target for the Illinois coaching staff.
Mike Cagley's Heat Checks and Hail Marys - What are this year's Illini?
September 5, 2021 Tough loss for the Illini last […]
Illini Unable To Translate Week 1 Success Into Back-to-Back Wins
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Illini stunned at home by UTSA, 37-30
IlliniGuys.com staff September 4, 2021 (Cover photo courtesy Craig […]
Recruiting: In-state running back keeping tabs on Illinois
By Kedric Prince - IlliniGuys.com Director of Recruiting
September 3, 2021
Montini RB Joshua Robinson is in awe of the new regime taking place in his home state with the Fighting Illini.
UTSA Game to Serve as Illini’s Next Lesson for Bielema’s Culture Change
Instead of needing to show bad habits from last week, Illinois head coach Bret Bielema is hoping what worked in Week Zero carries over to the following game.
Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer
September 4, 2021
Preview Box
Texas-San Antonio at Illinois
Date/Time/Place: Saturday Sept. 4, 2021: 6:30 CST, Memorial Stadium.
Surface: Field Turf
Capacity: 60,670
Records: Illinois 1-0 in 2021; 2-6 in 2020; UTSA 0-0 in 2021; 7-5 in 2020.
Betting Line: Illinois by 5.
Series notes: First meeting between the two schools.
TV: BTN; Lisa Byington (play-by-play), Anthony Herron (analyst), and Coley Harvey (sideline)
Radio (Illinois): Brian Barnhart (PBP), Martin O'Donnell (analysis) & Steve Kelly (Pre/HT/Post) » The broadcast can be heard live on TuneIn online radio, Sirius/ XM satellite radio & SiriusXM Internet and at FightingIllini.com.
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.
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
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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.
Football Recruiting Spotlight on Alec Bryant
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