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IlliniGuys Game Predictions versus Purdue

IlliniGuys Game Predictions versus Purdue

November 12, 2022 The Illini's winning streak stopped by […]

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Malik Elzy - Nations Top Unsigned Wide Receiver - Set to Visit Illinois

Malik Elzy - Nations Top Unsigned Wide Receiver - Set to Visit Illinois

Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting

November 11, 2022

Sources close to the Illinois football program confirmed that Malik Elzy, the nation's top unsigned wide receiver

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The Farrell Report - Running Back Recruiting Update

The Farrell Report - Running Back Recruiting Update

Mike Farrell, IlliniGuys National Football Recruiting Expert

November 11, 2022

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

As we await another big game for the Illini and some pending commitments, the season Chase Brown is having has Illinois attractive on the trail.

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The Trench Report: Michigan State

The Trench Report: Michigan State

Steve Sturm - IlliniGuys Football Analyst

November 10, 2022

(Cover photo courtesy Illinois Athletics)

Illinois' burgeoning season suffered a setback on Saturday when the Illini lost to Michigan State despite outgaining the Spartans by 150 yards and keeping even in the turnover battle. 

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Illini OC Barry Lunney Jr. Gets Contract Extension & Raise

Illini OC Barry Lunney Jr. Gets Contract Extension & Raise

Illinois rewards offensive coordinator Barry Lunney Jr. with a […]

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The Farrell Report - Flipping and Wins - The Connection

The Farrell Report - Flipping and Wins - The Connection

Mike Farrell, IlliniGuys National Football Recruiting Expert

November 9, 2022

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

The Illinois program is being aggressive with 2023 prospects to capitalize on their success on the field this season.

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Caleb Brewer Surprised to Get Illinois Offer

Caleb Brewer Surprised to Get Illinois Offer

Kedric Prince, IlliniGuys Director of Recruiting

November 8, 2022

The Illinois coaching staff has now entered Penn State's recruiting area for football recruits, and it was met with great feedback.

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Illini Slide to #21 in Latest College Football Playoff Rankings

Illini Slide to #21 in Latest College Football Playoff Rankings

Following the 23-15 loss to Michigan State last weekend, Illinois (7-2, 4-2) nearly falls out of College Football Top 25 rankings. 

Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer

November 8, 2022

Following its disappointing home loss to Michigan State last weekend, Illinois took a tumble down the College Football Playoff Top 25 rankings. 

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‘Hugh Robertson is our starting punter’: Bielema Promises No Special Teams Personnel Changes 

‘Hugh Robertson is our starting punter’: Bielema Promises No Special Teams Personnel Changes 

Illinois head coach Bret Bielema will not change punters following Hugh Robertson’s struggles with the windy conditions Saturday.

By Matt Stevens - IlliniGuys Football Writer/Analyst

November 7, 2022

(Cover photo courtesy Ron Johnson/USA Today Sports)

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. -- For the first nine games of this season, Hugh Robertson has been the punter for Illinois and the program’s head coach sees no reason to change that going into game number 10. 

Illinois head coach Bret Bielema confirmed Monday in his media conference at Memorial Stadium that “Hugh Robertson is our starting punter” despite the 29-year-old Australian’s struggles on Saturday in the 23-15 loss to Michigan State. 

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Watch: Bret Bielema's news conference on Purdue week

Watch: Bret Bielema's news conference on Purdue week

Illini football coach Bret Bielema looks ahead to Saturday's […]

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The Farrell Report - Defensive Linemen in Play

The Farrell Report - Defensive Linemen in Play

Mike Farrell, IlliniGuys National Football Recruiting Expert

November 7, 2022

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

A tough and unexpected loss to Michigan State is a major setback for the Illini this season but recruiting remains solid.

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Heat Checks and Hail Marys - Gaps to Close

Heat Checks and Hail Marys - Gaps to Close

Mike Cagley, Co-host of IlliniGuys Sports Spectacular November 6, […]

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“This is the definition of how to lose a game”: Illini Fail Bielema’s ‘Football 101’ in Confusing 23-15 Loss to Michigan State

“This is the definition of how to lose a game”: Illini Fail Bielema’s ‘Football 101’ in Confusing 23-15 Loss to Michigan State

Illinois, a 17-point home favorite suffers costly mistakes, turnovers, penalties and special teams gaffes in deflating loss to Michigan State

Matt Stevens, IlliniGuys Staff Writer

November 5, 2022

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. -- Illinois players, coaches, staff members and fans have experienced approximately 21 months of ‘Football 101’ led by head coach Bret Bielema. 

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No. 16 Illinois Upset by Michigan State in Windy Conditions

No. 16 Illinois Upset by Michigan State in Windy Conditions

Zain Bando, IlliniGuys Contributor

November 5, 2022

CHAMPAIGN — The site of another Dad’s Weekend game saw the Illinois fateful turn out in droves for the biggest home game in years.

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IlliniGuys Game Predictions versus Michigan State

IlliniGuys Game Predictions versus Michigan State

November 5, 2022 The Illini beat up the Cornhuskers […]

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