Communication Studies: Illini Defense Turning Up Volume With New Secondary
Illinois secondary pieces still learning the art of communication with basically four new starters heading into 2023 season opener vs. Toledo.
Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer
August 30, 2023
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Beyond the obvious of the scoreboard, one way to know Saturday whether the Illinois secondary is having success might be an issue of sound volume.
Around The Big Ten - August 30, 2023
August 30, 2023 (Cover photo courtesy Purdue Athletics) All […]
The Farrell Files Illinois - Vernon Woodward Evaluation & Selected Toledo Visitors
Mike Farrell, IlliniGuys & Big Sports Radio National Football Recruiting Expert
August 30, 2023
(Mike Farrell also has his own website: https://mikefarrellsports.com/)
In this edition of the Farrell Files Illinois, I’ll rank DB Vernon Woodward vs. the industry and update the visitors list for Toledo including a few very familiar names.
Love & McCray Enjoying New RB Coach Thad Ward for Different Reasons
Reggie Love didn’t want things to change with his new position coach in 2023 and Josh McCray wanted a clean, fresh start to his college career. They both got what they wanted in Thad Ward.
Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer
August 29, 2023
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — The top two returning running backs on the Illinois roster have seen the hiring of Thad Ward as their new positional coach as exactly what they were looking for despite the fact they were seeking different things.
Analysis: IlliniGuys.com 2023 Projected Week 1 Depth Chart
Illinois head coach Bret Bielema did not provide local media with a projected depth chart for the season-opening game vs. Toledo. So, IlliniGuys.com decided to do one anyway.
Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer
August 29, 2023
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Since he’s not required to do so by the Big Ten Conference or university administration, Illinois head coach Bret Bielema did not submit a depth chart prior to his weekly media conference on Monday afternoon inside Memorial Stadium.
Heat Checks and Hail Marys – Intriguing B1G Football Storylines
Mike Cagley, Co-Host Sports Spectacular and Big Sports Radio […]
Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Jason Dowell
Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys.com Director of Recruiting
August 29, 2023
Illinois has put a lot of emphasis on the entire state of Illinois; however, Bret Bielema mentioned several key areas where he would really like to home in on and develop a pipeline for his football program the way Illinois basketball did with Peoria.
Bret Bielema Easily Remembers Dangers That Come with Facing Toledo
Illinois head coach Bret Bielema believes this third-year roster he has in Champaign is his best ever as he focuses on Toledo. Eight years ago, he felt the same way at Arkansas.
Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer
August 28, 2023
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Bret Bielema does not need to be reminded how dangerous Toledo can be as a non-conference opponent. He has experienced that hazard in a first-hand way.
Monday Notebook - Week 1 vs. Toledo - Robertson Wins Starting Punter Job; Bielema Details Season-Ending Injuries & Freshmen “in the game plan”
Illini head coach confirms to local media the two former three-star prospects from Joliet Catholic’s state championship team are out with season-ending injuries
Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer
August 28, 2023
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — For the second consecutive season, Hugh Robertson will be starting punter at Illinois.
The Farrell Files Illinois - Trey Petty's Play Attracting Attention
Mike Farrell, IlliniGuys National Football Recruiting Expert
August 28, 2023
(Mike Farrell also has his own website: https://mikefarrellsports.com/)
In this edition of the Farrell Files Illinois, I’ll talk more about the threat to Illinois from in state schools for QB Trey Petty.
Ked's Recruiting Roundup - De'Zie Jones
Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting
August 27, 2023
The class of 2025 is starting to gain some traction in terms of football recruiting.
Ked's Recruiting Roundup - Austin Alexander
Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting
August 26, 2023
Illinois has not landed many recruits from the state of Kentucky, but the staff feels it is an area they can make some waves in and bring to Big Ten country.
Bielema Claims Illini Survive Preseason Camp With One Major Injury
Illini head coach tells local media that he expects Casey Washington and Zy Crisler to be full speed by the time game week preparations begin on Sunday evening.
Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer
August 26, 2023
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Illinois head coach Bret Bielema still insists only one scholarship player on his roster expected to get playing time in the 2023 season will be inactive for the season opener.
Star Illini Linebacker Gabe Jacas Joins The IlliniGuys Team
(Editor's Note: Illini sophomore linebacker Gabe Jacas will appear […]
The Farrell Files Illinois - Chase Green Evaluation & B1G Linebacker Rankings
Mike Farrell, IlliniGuys National Football Recruiting Expert
August 25, 2023
(Mike Farrell also has his own website: https://mikefarrellsports.com/)
In this edition of the Farrell Files Illinois, I’ll rank DB Chase Green versus the industry and see where Illinois stacks up at linebacker vs the rest of the Big Ten.
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