Illini-Indiana 2022 Game Moved to Friday Night
The Big Ten Conference announced Wednesday afternoon that the […]
Illini-Indiana 2022 Game Moved to Friday Night
The Big Ten Conference announced Wednesday afternoon that the […]
“I’m back”: Palczewski Injects Life into Illini O-Line After 6th Season Granted by NCAA
Illinois announced the return of five-year offensive line starter Alex Palczewski for another year of college football where he’ll bring stability to a critical position for Illini head coach Bret Bielema.
Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer
February 5, 2022
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. -- Less than three days after Illinois head coach Bret Bielema said he and his staff had a “trick up his sleeve” regarding the return of a veteran player, we now know that move involved bringing back five-year starter Alex Palczewski for a sixth season.
Kerby Joseph to Play Saturday in Reese's Senior Bowl
Courtesy of Illinois Athletics February 4, 2022 Look for […]
Football Recruiting Spotlight on Xavier Scott
Steve Sturm, IlliniGuys Football Analyst
February 4, 2022
Illinois was able to save on travel costs with its two most recent additions as 5'11, 180-pound Xavier Scott from Dwyer High School in Palm Beach Gardens
Bret Bielema Stresses Illinois Will Not “Go Wholesale” For Transfer Portal Players
Illinois head coach Bret Bielema continues to preach that “sustained success” will come from high school recruiting and not with several transfer portal players.
Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer
February 2, 2022
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. -- If Illinois is going to have several consecutive years of successful seasons, Bret Bielema doesn’t believe the transfer portal is the route to get there.
Spotlight on Naivyan Cargill
Steve Sturm, IlliniGuys Football Analyst
February 1, 2022
Illinois added Naivyan "the Spider" Cargill from Palm Beach Gardens High School
Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Illinois football finds a hidden gem?
Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting
January 30, 2022
Naivyan Cargill is a 6-6, 215-pound Tight End from Palm Beach Gardens (FL.), is now a member of the exciting class of 2023.
NFLPA Collegiate Bowl Set for Saturday
U of I Athletic Department Press Release Five Illini […]
Ked's Recruiting Roundup - WR/TE Jeremiah Augustin Thrilled with Illinois Offer
Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting
January 26, 2022
Illinois assistant football coach George McDonald is fast becoming one of Illinois's best recruiters on staff.
Football Recruiting Spotlight on Matthew Bailey
Steve Sturm, IlliniGuys Football Analyst
January 24, 2022
Cover photo courtesy Quad City Times
Illinois added another versatile defender to its '22 recruiting class when Matthew Bailey pledged to the Illini on Sunday.
Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Illinois Football Offer - DE/TE Maverick Gracio
Kedric Prince - IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting
January 23, 2022
There is an old saying in recruiting: the best coaches have an eye, and rankings do not matter.
Illinois Nabs Bret Bielema’s First Quad City Prep
Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting
January 23, 2022
Cover photo courtesy of Quad City Times
Matthew Bailey Courtesy of the Quad City Times
The Illinois Football Program added another commitment for the Class of 2022
Football Recruiting Spotlight - Zylon Crisler
Steve Sturm, IlliniGuys Football Analyst
January 23, 2022
Illinois added another big body to its stable of incoming offensive linemen on Thursday when Zylon Crisler committed to the Illini.
Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Illini Football Sends a Message this Week
Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting
January 20, 2022
When Illinois head basketball coach Brad Underwood got here, his staff started to offer prospects like drinking water
Mississippi JUCO Offensive Lineman Gives Verbal Pledge to Illini’s 2022 Class
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. -- The title for largest human being on the Illinois 2022 football roster has now been handed to an offensive lineman named Zylon Crisler.
Crisler, a native of Crystal Springs, Mississippi, has given his verbal commitment to Bret Bielema’s Illini football program and made the announcement official on Thursday afternoon. Crisler, who was named a Class 6A first team all-state selection by the athletics association for Mississippi’s private high schools two years ago, spent last season as a member of the starting offensive line at Mississippi Gulf Coast Community College.
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