The Farrell Files Illinois - 2025 and 2026 Updates
Mike Farrell, IlliniGuys & Big Sports Radio National Football Recruiting Expert
March 20, 2024
(Mike Farrell also has his own website: https://mikefarrellsports.com/)
In this edition of the Farrell Files Illinois, I’ll look at some younger players ready for unofficial visits this month and a potential sleeper from the 2025 class.
Luke Altmyer’s Spring Mission: Find Sense of Urgency
Illinois coaches are pushing Luke Altmyer, their projected starting quarterback for the 2024 starting quarterback, to find more urgency this spring in his play and approach to the position.
By Matt Stevens - IlliniGuys Staff Writer
March 18, 2024
(Cover photo courtesy Illinois Athlletics)
CHAMPAIGN — If the Illinois football coaches could set a password code for Luke Altmyer to enter the Smith Family Football Complex, urgent would absolutely be that word.
As the Illini begin the first of its 15 spring practices that includes the Orange-Blue Game on April 20 inside Memorial Stadium, the coaching staff is desperately trying to find ways to get their projected starting quarterback to do everything quicker, faster and with more assertion.
Football Recruiting Spotlight on Andre Lovett
Steve Sturm, IlliniGuys Football Analyst
March 14, 2024
Illinois made its biggest defensive back recruiting win of the Bielema era when Blue Island Eisenhower's Andre Lovett committed to the Illini. Lovett has played numerous skill positions on offense and defense for Blue Island, but most of this time this past season was at a sort of corner/safety hybrid position which should fit well with the Illini's use of multiple safeties. Lovett is rated as a high three-star player as I write this, but recruiting sites tend to increase the ratings of quality prospects as the Spring and Summer progress, so I think it's fair to say that he's going to be a 4-star player on at least one site before too long.
What does he bring to the Orange and Blue?
The Farrell Files Illinois - Bret Bielema & His Staff Are Cooking
Mike Farrell, IlliniGuys & Big Sports Radio National Football Recruiting Expert
March 13, 2024
(Mike Farrell also has his own website: https://mikefarrellsports.com/)
In this edition of the Farrell Files Illinois, I’ll look at not one, but two surprise commitments as Bret Bielema and staff are cooking in March.
Illinois Football Secures Back-to-Back Commitments
Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting
March 12, 2024
Illinois football continues to build a promising future as head coach Bret Bielema proudly announced, "Let's keep the good news coming... just feel like more is better for the #famILLy #ILL" on the social media platform X formerly known as Twitter, hinting at an imminent commitment.
Illini Baseball Set for Midweek Contest at Indiana State
Illinois Athletics March 12, 2024 Probable Starting Pitchers Day […]
Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Fighting Illini Score Big with Commit from 3-Star Recruit Andre Lovett
Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting
March 11, 2024
Blue Island Eisenhower defensive back Andre Lovett has officially committed to the University of Illinois, choosing the Illini over several Power Five offers from esteemed programs such as Iowa, Arizona State, Louisville, Missouri, Purdue, Tennessee, Vanderbilt, and Wisconsin.
The 2025 recruit's decision is a significant victory for the Illini, and his commitment adds depth and talent to their upcoming roster.
The Farrell Files Illinois - Under Ranked Hire & Under Ranked Possible Commit
Mike Farrell, IlliniGuys & Big Sports Radio National Football Recruiting Expert
March 11, 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 hire at OLB and look at an impending commitment who could be under ranked.
OLB Coach Clint Sintim Completes Bielema’s 2024 Illini Coaching Staff
Clint Sintim has been hired to be Illinois’ third […]
Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Michael Thomas III's Journey Navigating Top College Choices and the Illini Connection
Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting
March 9, 2024
The Fighting Illini have found a new spark with the arrival of new football coach Justin Stepp. Emerging talents like wide receiver Michael Thomas III are also making waves, particularly with the recent revelation of his top five college choices.
The Farrell Files Illinois - In State & Out of State Target Updates
Mike Farrell, IlliniGuys & Big Sports Radio National Football Recruiting Expert
March 8, 2024
(Mike Farrell also has his own website: https://mikefarrellsports.com/)
In this edition of the Farrell Files Illinois, I’ll look at something odd with one 2025 in state target and an out of state prospect who will be visiting Illinois and another Big Ten school.
Heat Checks and Hail Marys – The Future of College Sports is Brighter than Today
Mike Cagley, Co-Host of Big Sports Radio and IlliniGuys […]
The Farrell Files Illinois - New Football Prospects
Mike Farrell, IlliniGuys & Big Sports Radio National Football Recruiting Expert
March 6, 2024
(Mike Farrell also has his own website: https://mikefarrellsports.com/)
I’m this edition of the Farrell Files Illinois, I’ll look at a few interesting prospects who have visits set up.
1st annual Loren Tate Award Winner
CHAMPAIGN — Illinois wide receiver Isaiah Williams is the […]
The Farrell Files - Another 4-Star Recruit with Illinois Interest
Mike Farrell, IlliniGuys & Big Sports Radio National Football Recruiting Expert
March 4, 2024
(Mike Farrell also has his own website: https://mikefarrellsports.com/)
In this edition of the Farrell Files Illinois, I’ll look at another 4-star kid the Illini are in the mix for in the 2025 class and break down 2024 DL Eddie Tuerk in four key categories.
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