Buchanan Earns CSC Academic All-America Recognition
Illinois Athletics July 17, 2024 CHAMPAIGN, Ill. – Fighting Illini […]
Buchanan Earns CSC Academic All-America Recognition
Illinois Athletics July 17, 2024 CHAMPAIGN, Ill. – Fighting Illini […]
The Farrell Files Illinois - WR Situation & QB Rankings
Mike Farrell, IlliniGuys & Big Sports Radio National Football Recruiting Expert
July 16, 2024
(Mike Farrell also has his own website: https://mikefarrellsports.com/)
In this edition of the Farrell Files Illinois, I’ll I’ll look at how the current WR situation could continue their impact on the trail at that position and how the Illini stack up in the Big Ten at QB in recruiting.
‘Big Ticket’ Jack Crowder Drafted in 9th Round by Baltimore Orioles
Illinois right-handed starting pitcher Jack Crowder was selected during […]
The Farrell Files Illinois - Where Does the 2025 Class Go from Here?
Mike Farrell, IlliniGuys & Big Sports Radio National Football Recruiting Expert
July 12, 2024
(Mike Farrell also has his own website: https://mikefarrellsports.com/)
In this edition of the Farrell Files Illinois, I’ll show where the Illini go from here in the 2025 class.
Illini Summer Transfer DB Torrie Cox Jr.: ‘I’ve been small ever since I was little’
Even at just 5-foot-9 and 175 pounds, Torrie Cox Jr. believes he can have a big impact on the Illini’s upcoming 2024 campaign.
Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer
July 10, 2024
CHAMPAIGN — Being a smaller body type has always been the reality of new Illinois defensive back Torrie Cox Jr.
The Farrell Files Illinois - Two Upcoming Decisions
Mike Farrell, IlliniGuys & Big Sports Radio National Football Recruiting Expert
July 9, 2024
(Mike Farrell also has his own website: https://mikefarrellsports.com/)
In this edition of the Farrell Files Illinois, I’ll look at the two decisions upcoming that don’t look like they will go the way of the Illini and what that means.
Football Recruiting Spotlight on Jershaun Newton
Steve Sturm, IlliniGuys Football Analyst
July 8, 2024
Jershaun Newton is Illinois' first QB/LB coming out high school since Kurt Kittner. And if you listen to pundits, he won't see playing time at either of those positions at Illinois.
Football Recruiting Spotlight on Robert Jones III
Steve Sturm, IlliniGuys Football Analyst
July 7, 2024
Illinois flipped a second commitment from another high major school this week after Robert Jones III followed Erik Gayle in choosing the Illini following his commitment to NC State just two weeks ago.
The Farrell Files Illinois - Another Big Commit
Mike Farrell, IlliniGuys & Big Sports Radio National Football Recruiting Expert
July 6, 2024
(Mike Farrell also has his own website: https://mikefarrellsports.com/)
In this edition of the Farrell Files Illinois, the summer sizzle continues with a huge commitment.
Illinois Football Keeping It in the Family - Another Newton in Orange and Blue
Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting
July 4, 2024
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. -Last fall, Jershaun Newton was on campus for an unofficial visit on September 7, as Illinois hosted Toledo. Before the start of the game, several local media outlets tried to gauge whether Illinois had a chance at landing the three-star athlete. After all, several of the top programs in the country were vying for his services.
The Farrell Files Illinois - Upcoming Decisions
Mike Farrell, IlliniGuys & Big Sports Radio National Football Recruiting Expert
July 3, 2024
(Mike Farrell also has his own website: https://mikefarrellsports.com/)
In this edition of the Farrell Files Illinois, I’ll look at a few key upcoming decisions including a possible commit who has moved his decision date back up.
Bret Bielema on WSCR: ‘Kaden Feagin Broke 21 MPH’ in Illini Summer Workouts
Illinois head coach Bret Bielema notes sophomore-to-be running back Kaden Feagin broke 21 miles per hour at 250 pounds during summer running workouts a few weeks ago.
Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer
July 3, 2024
CHICAGO — While Bret Bielema was asked about his most important offensive players for the 2024 season during a Chicago media tour, it should come as no surprise the first offensive players out of his mouth played running back.
Bielema Confirms Wrigley Field Game vs. Northwestern Will Have Two Working Sidelines
Illinois head coach Bret Bielema’s request to have two working sidelines at the Wrigley Field game against Northwestern this season has been granted by the Big Ten Conference.
Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer
July 2, 2024
CHICAGO — The Big Ten Conference office has apparently heard and responded to Bret Bielema’s request for the games scheduled to play at Wrigley Field.
For the first time since the venue started hosting college football games again in 2010, the Wrigley Field venue will have two working sidelines and in doing so eliminating the logistical possibility of both teams needing to share the same sideline.
Illini’s 2024 Home Run Leader Ryan Moerman Enters Transfer Portal
Illinois senior-to-be corner outfielder Ryan Moerman has entered the transfer portal after totaling 31 home runs, 104 RBIs and 97 runs scored in three seasons with the Illini.
Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer
July 1, 2024
CHAMPAIGN — The home run leader on the 2024 Illinois baseball team is in the transfer portal.
Football Recruiting Spotlight on Cedric Wyche
Steve Sturm, IlliniGuys Football Analyst
July 1, 2024
You can throw away the recruiting rankings on this guy. All of the recruiting services have Cedric Wyche as a mid-to-high 3-star player, and they're all wrong. Folks, this is a 4-star player.
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