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The Farrell Files Illinois - Upcoming Junior Day Targets & Mario Sanders Breakdown

The Farrell Files Illinois - Upcoming Junior Day Targets & Mario Sanders Breakdown

Mike Farrell, IlliniGuys & Big Sports Radio National Football Recruiting Expert

January 19, 2024

(Mike Farrell also has his own website: https://mikefarrellsports.com/)

In this edition of the Farrell Files Illinois, I’ll take a look at some names for the upcoming junior day and break down 2024 WR Mario Sanders from JUCO.

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Ked's Recruiting Roundup - 2025 OL McDonough Commits To Illini

Ked's Recruiting Roundup - 2025 OL McDonough Commits To Illini

By Kedric Prince - IlliniGuys.com Director of Recruiting

January 19, 2024

(Cover photo courtesy Chicago Tribune)

Illinois secured its first 2025 football commitment on Friday, as in-state prospect Michael McDonough made his official announcement on X (formerly Twitter). McDonough is a 6-foot-3, 275-pound offensive lineman from Tinley Park, Illinois.

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The Farrell Files Illinois - Portal Loss, Potential Staff Additions and Carlos Orr Breakdown

The Farrell Files Illinois - Portal Loss, Potential Staff Additions and Carlos Orr Breakdown

Mike Farrell, IlliniGuys & Big Sports Radio National Football Recruiting Expert

January 18, 2024

(Mike Farrell also has his own website: https://mikefarrellsports.com/)

In this edition of the Farrell Files Illinois, I’ll look at a portal loss (for the second time) that could be concerning, a couple of old Jersey guys who have been mentioned as possible new staff additions and a 2024 WR Carlos Orr breakdown in four key categories.

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Illini Sack Leader Seth Coleman Returning to College Football in 2024

Illini Sack Leader Seth Coleman Returning to College Football in 2024

Illinois’ 23-year-old pass rusher Seth Coleman announces his intention to return to the Illini program for his sixth season of college football. 

Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer

January 17, 2024

CHAMPAIGN — Seth Coleman will be playing a sixth season of college football for the University of Illinois. 

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Football Recruiting Spotlight on Melvin Priestly

Football Recruiting Spotlight on Melvin Priestly

Steve Sturm, IlliniGuys Football Analyst

January 15, 2024

What if I told you that Illinois just added an athletic left tackle with two years of Division I starting experience and roots at a local power program who had an excellent 77 PFF grade in pass blocking? You'd be excited right?

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The Farrell Files Illinois - OL Commit & Possible Upcoming Commitment

The Farrell Files Illinois - OL Commit & Possible Upcoming Commitment

Mike Farrell, IlliniGuys & Big Sports Radio National Football Recruiting Expert

January 15, 2024

(Mike Farrell also has his own website: https://mikefarrellsports.com/)
In this edition of the Farrell Files Illinois, I’ll look at the new offensive line commitment from the portal and a possible junior day commitment coming up. Don’t get too excited about the commitment from Grambling state OL Melvin Priestly. The 6-4, 295 pounder is more of a depth player and should start as a backup at first. 

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Heat Checks and Hail Marys – Don’t Tell Bret Bielema that Complementary Football Doesn’t Win Championships

Heat Checks and Hail Marys – Don’t Tell Bret Bielema that Complementary Football Doesn’t Win Championships

Mike Cagley, Co-Host Sports Spectacular & Big Sports Radio […]

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Illini FB Commitment - Melvin Priestly

Illini FB Commitment - Melvin Priestly

Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting

January 13, 2024

In the modern day, the world of recruiting never stops. Illinois already received a commitment today from tight end Jake Furtney from St. Charles, Illinois. A few minutes ago, another recruit came through:  Grambling State transfer offensive lineman Melvin Priestly will suit up for Illinois this fall. 

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The Farrell Files Illinois - Defensive Changes and Why Farrell Thinks They Happened

The Farrell Files Illinois - Defensive Changes and Why Farrell Thinks They Happened

Mike Farrell, IlliniGuys & Big Sports Radio National Football Recruiting Expert

January 12, 2024

(Mike Farrell also has his own website: https://mikefarrellsports.com/)

In this edition of the Farrell Files Illinois, I’ll look at the changes on the defensive side of the football and why they happened.

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Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Illini Land Preferred Walk-On Tight End

Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Illini Land Preferred Walk-On Tight End

By Kedric Prince - IlliniGuys.com Director of Recruiting

January 12, 2024

(Cover photo courtesy player's page on X)

Early Friday afternoon, Illinois prep Jake Furtney, a 6-foot-5, 235-pound tight end from Saint Charles, announced on X

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IlliniGuys Celebrate 3rd Anniversary

IlliniGuys Celebrate 3rd Anniversary

By Larry Smith - IlliniGuys Co-Founder & Host/Executive Producer, […]

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Bielema Terminates Illini LB Coach Andy Buh & DB Coach Antonio Fenelus

Bielema Terminates Illini LB Coach Andy Buh & DB Coach Antonio Fenelus

Illinois head coach Bret Bielema announced Thursday evening the immediate termination of two assistant coaches - linebackers coach Andy Buh and defensive backs coach Antonio Fenelus.

Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer

January 11, 2023

CHAMPAIGN — The University of Illinois football coaching staff will have at least two new assistants before the start of 2024 season.

Illinois head coach Bret Bielema announced Thursday evening the immediate termination of linebackers coach Andy Buh and defensive backs coach Antonio Fenelus.

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The Farrell Files Illinois - Lots of News & Notes

The Farrell Files Illinois - Lots of News & Notes

Mike Farrell, IlliniGuys & Big Sports Radio National Football Recruiting Expert

January 10, 2024

(Mike Farrell also has his own website: https://mikefarrellsports.com/)

In this edition of the Farrell Files Illinois, I’ll take a look take a look at an interesting coaching change in high school, a DL loss in the portal to a pesky new recruiting foe and break down 2024 WR TySean Griffin in four categories.

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Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Melvin Priestly

Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Melvin Priestly

Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting

January 9, 2024

Last weekend, Illinois hosted transfer offensive lineman Melvin Priestly for an official visit. We caught up with the East St. Louis prospect to get the latest with his recruitment.

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Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Silas Bolden

Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Silas Bolden

Kedric Prince - IlliniGuys.com Director of Recruiting

January 9, 2024

The Fighting Illini football staff appears to be fully aware of the direction the Big Ten football is headed. The days of run, run, and run more might be a thing of the past.

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