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Bret Bielema keeps adding foundation pieces from transfer portal for Illinois Writing Illini (Weblog)23:38Illinois Fighting Illini NCAA Football Big Ten Football

Illinois football had a brutal record against 2025 NFL Draft first round picks Writing Illini (Weblog)23:20Illinois Fighting Illini NCAA Football Big Ten Football

VIP: A few notes on Illini football transfer targets Illini Inquirer13:39Illinois Fighting Illini NCAA Football Big Ten Football

Why 3-star transfer OL Tyler McMillan quickly committed to Illini: 'They can really help me… Illini Inquirer12:02Illinois Fighting Illini NCAA Football Big Ten Football

Falling Back to Earth: How Illinois, Bret Bielema could stumble a bit in 2025 The Husky Haul (Weblog)04:18Illinois Fighting Illini Big Ten Football US Sports

What can Bret Bielema and the 2025 Illinois Fighting Illini realistically achieve? The Husky Haul (Weblog)04:48Illinois Fighting Illini Big Ten Football US Sports

Uni transfer DL Carter Hewitt's circuitous football path leads to Illini: 'I wasn't expecting… Illini Inquirer23:56DL Carter Hewitt Illinois Fighting Illini NCAA Football

Northern Iowa transfer DL Carter Hewitt signs with Illini Illini Inquirer19:50DL Carter Hewitt Illinois Fighting Illini NCAA Football

Three Illini sign undrafted free agent NFL deals; two earn rookie minicamp invites Illini Inquirer16:12NFL Draft Big Ten Football Illinois Fighting Illini

Illinois transfer Alex Bray commits to Kansas 247Sports20:23Illinois Fighting Illini Kansas Jayhawks NCAA Football

KU adds transfer defensive lineman Bray from Illinois Lawrence Journal-World, Kansas21:30Illinois Fighting Illini Kansas Jayhawks NCAA Football

Bret Bielema loading up linebacker corps with huge Illinois football commitment Writing Illini (Weblog)23:47Illinois Fighting Illini NCAA Football US Sports

Illinois football defensive outlook looks bright with another massive commitment Writing Illini (Weblog)00:08Illinois Fighting Illini NCAA Football US Sports

Top Illinois commit finds new “home” and flips commitment to SEC Writing Illini (Weblog)03:38Illinois Fighting Illini NCAA Football Big Ten Football

Heart skips a few beats after top Illinois football commit’s social media post Writing Illini (Weblog)14:30Illinois Fighting Illini NCAA Football Big Ten Football

Illini coaches celebrate Kerby Joseph's record-setting contract: 'Grateful for that young man' Illini Inquirer12:03NFL Big Ten Football Illinois Fighting Illini

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Bret Bielema building all three phases of the game for Illinois Writing Illini (Weblog)01:50

Yesterday

Illini Inquirer Podcast Ep. 982 | Pat Bryant drafted by Broncos; Alex Palczewski on NFL career Illini Inquirer19:36 28-Apr-25

Illinois’ international investment is well worth the risk The Champaign Room18:25 28-Apr-25

Illinois’ Dennis Briggs Jr. earns rookie minicamp invite to Tennessee Titans The Champaign Room16:44 28-Apr-25

Werner's seven thoughts: Why the NFL Draft is my favorite event to cover; Petrovic's potential… Illini Inquirer16:22 28-Apr-25

Three Illini sign undrafted free agent NFL deals; two earn rookie minicamp invites Illini Inquirer16:12 28-Apr-25

Under Armour Columbus 2025: Top247 QB Israel Abrams and No. 1 WR Jamier Brown highlight top… Illini Inquirer14:20 28-Apr-25

In the last 7 days

Uni transfer DL Carter Hewitt's circuitous football path leads to Illini: 'I wasn't expecting… Illini Inquirer23:56 27-Apr-25

North Carolina transfer K/P Lucas Osada signs with Illini Illini Inquirer22:54 27-Apr-25

Illinois’ Zakhari Franklin signs with the Las Vegas Raiders as an Udfa The Champaign Room22:44 27-Apr-25

Former six-year Illini Ryan Meed invited to Philadelphia Eagles mini camp The Champaign Room22:34 27-Apr-25

Northern Iowa transfer DL Carter Hewitt signs with Illini Illini Inquirer19:50 27-Apr-25

Seattle Seahawks keep tapping into Illinois pipeline Writing Illini (Weblog)14:42 27-Apr-25

Which Illini could be drafted next? Illinois football's (many) top NFL prospects for the 2026… Rebels24712:48 27-Apr-25

Illinois players who are sleepers for the 2026 NFL Draft Writing Illini (Weblog)12:20 27-Apr-25

What can Bret Bielema and the 2025 Illinois Fighting Illini realistically achieve? The Husky Haul (Weblog)04:48 27-Apr-25

Falling Back to Earth: How Illinois, Bret Bielema could stumble a bit in 2025 The Husky Haul (Weblog)04:18 27-Apr-25

Beyond 10-3: What is the best case scenario for Bielema, Illinois football in 2025? The Husky Haul (Weblog)04:07 27-Apr-25

Illinois Linebacker Seth Coleman signs with Seattle Seahaks as Udfa The Champaign Room03:05 27-Apr-25

Illinois players who are locks to be selected in the 2026 NFL Draft Writing Illini (Weblog)02:40 27-Apr-25

Explosive year sends Illinois defensive tackle to the Los Angeles Chargers Writing Illini (Weblog)01:57 27-Apr-25

Explosive year sends Illinois defense tackle to the Los Angeles Chargers Writing Illini (Weblog)01:50 27-Apr-25

Illinois’ TeRah Edwards signs with the Los Angeles Chargers as Udfa The Champaign Room01:33 27-Apr-25

Illinois football continues NFL Draft hot streak in Bret Bielema era Writing Illini (Weblog)01:29 27-Apr-25

Bret Bielema keeps adding foundation pieces from transfer portal for Illinois Writing Illini (Weblog)23:38 26-Apr-25

KU adds transfer defensive lineman Bray from Illinois Lawrence Journal-World, Kansas21:30 26-Apr-25

Illinois transfer Alex Bray commits to Kansas 247Sports20:23 26-Apr-25

Idaho transfer OL Nathan Knapik signs with Illini Illini Inquirer19:57 26-Apr-25

How Pat Bryant achieved his NFL Draft dream with the Broncos: 'There's no secret to why he is… Illini Inquirer17:14 26-Apr-25

Previewing a strong group headed to Nashville for the Elite 11 Regional Illini Inquirer17:04 26-Apr-25

Denver Broncos were smart by taking the complete package in the 2025 NFL Draft Writing Illini (Weblog)13:44 26-Apr-25

Sean Payton makes an eye-popping comparison for new Denver Broncos WR Pat Bryant The DNVR07:57 26-Apr-25

Illinois wide receiver Pat Bryant drafted by the Denver Broncos The Champaign Room03:08 26-Apr-25

Denver Broncos select Illini WR Pat Bryant in third round of 2025 NFL Draft Illini Inquirer03:07 26-Apr-25

Illinois football had a brutal record against 2025 NFL Draft first round picks Writing Illini (Weblog)23:20 25-Apr-25

Pat Bryant creeping up best available list for the 2025 NFL Draft Writing Illini (Weblog)22:03 25-Apr-25

Former Illinois State kicker Ian Wagner commits to Arizona Arizona Desert Swarm21:34 25-Apr-25

Six takeaways from Illini football spring ball wrap-up press conferences Illini Inquirer21:32 25-Apr-25

Arizona adds Illinois State kicker Ian Wagner WildcatSportsReport20:47 25-Apr-25

Illini coaches celebrate Kerby Joseph's record-setting contract: 'Grateful for that young man' Illini Inquirer12:03 25-Apr-25

'We're excited to have him for Year Three': Illini have high hopes for QB Luke Altmyer's final… Illini Inquirer00:10 25-Apr-25

Duck Dive: Illinois Football 2025 Preview Addicted To Quack15:03 24-Apr-25

VIP: A few notes on Illini football transfer targets Illini Inquirer13:39 24-Apr-25

Former Illinois star Kerby Joseph earns record-setting NFL deal The Champaign Room03:59 24-Apr-25

Illinois wide receiver calls it quits, enters transfer portal after one season Writing Illini (Weblog)23:44 23-Apr-25

Illinois trying to Cash in with highly touted Colorado transfer portal lineman Writing Illini (Weblog)22:54 23-Apr-25

Illini Inquirer Podcast Ep. 981 | Altmyer stays true to Orange & Blue; Spring ball recap; NFL… Illini Inquirer21:49 23-Apr-25

Werner: Luke Altmyer a man of his word, will 'Keep the Champaign flowing' with Illini despite… Illini Inquirer16:59 23-Apr-25

A Chicagoan's guide to the 2025 NFL Draft: Local college prospects and Illinois natives to know FOX 32 Chicago22:23 22-Apr-25

Illinois DL Alex Bray enters transfer portal Illini Inquirer18:04 22-Apr-25

NFL Draft Profile: Illini WR Pat Bryant scouting report and best potential NFL fits Illini Inquirer17:54 22-Apr-25

Luke Altmyer to Tennessee transfer portal rumors put to bed, as Vols land Joey Aguilar Writing Illini (Weblog)00:37 22-Apr-25

Iowa football beefs up offensive line with commitment from 4-star Illinois native ClutchPoints00:27 22-Apr-25

In the last month

Illinois lands visit from key transfer portal offensive guard Writing Illini (Weblog)23:46 21-Apr-25

South Dakota transfer OL Jordan Larsen visiting Illini this week Illini Inquirer23:24 21-Apr-25

2026 Florida DB Javan Allison visits Illini: 'They are becoming the DB U' Illini Inquirer12:07 21-Apr-25

Why 3-star transfer OL Tyler McMillan quickly committed to Illini: 'They can really help me… Illini Inquirer12:02 21-Apr-25

Georgia Bulldogs make official move on 11-TD transfer portal addition ClutchPoints07:39 21-Apr-25

Josh McCray scores 42-yard rushing touchdown to help No. 24 Illinois even the score against… FOX Sports06:30 21-Apr-25

Illini RB transfer Josh McCray signs with Georgia Illini Inquirer05:34 21-Apr-25

Former Illinois star Josh McCray commits to SEC power The Champaign Room03:24 21-Apr-25

Class of 2026 still going strong despite Illinois losing top commit Writing Illini (Weblog)02:43 21-Apr-25

Notebook: Big opportunity for Valentine at RB; 'Relationship' key for Hawthorne in returning to … Illini Inquirer00:09 21-Apr-25

Illinois football: 10 Illini stock risers during spring practice Illini Inquirer14:09 20-Apr-25

Illinois loses 4-star CB to SEC program in wild twist ClutchPoints03:59 20-Apr-25

Top Illinois commit finds new “home” and flips commitment to SEC Writing Illini (Weblog)03:38 20-Apr-25

Illinois looking to land superstar defensive back out of the transfer portal Writing Illini (Weblog)03:08 20-Apr-25

Four-star 2026 DB Victor Singleton decommits from Illinois, flips to Texas A&M Illini Inquirer03:08 20-Apr-25

Illinois State CB transfer Teon Parks joins the herd BuffScoop02:37 20-Apr-25

Bret Bielema looking to bolster Illinois defensive line through transfer portal Writing Illini (Weblog)19:00 19-Apr-25

Huge depth piece added to the Illinois offensive line from the transfer portal Writing Illini (Weblog)18:30 19-Apr-25

Breaking: Illinois State WR Transfer Xavier Loyd Commits to Mizzou Rock M Nation17:21 19-Apr-25

Illinois depth takes a hit, as transfer portal snags offensive lineman Writing Illini (Weblog)14:05 19-Apr-25

Almirian Thomas fulfills late mother's dream with Illini commitment: 'She always used to brag… Illini Inquirer13:54 19-Apr-25

Electric speedster from Florida is the latest Illinois football offer Writing Illini (Weblog)13:25 19-Apr-25

Coach speak: Illini LB commit Tony Williams 'plays with a lot of tenacity' Illini Inquirer12:03 19-Apr-25

Coach conversation: Illini co-QB coach Art Sitkowski on Altmyer's growth, development of Petty… Illini Inquirer23:19 18-Apr-25

Three-star 2026 DL Tony Balanganayi buys into Illini DL development: 'It's just a great… Illini Inquirer13:29 18-Apr-25

Illinois OL Zach Aamland enters transfer portal Illini Inquirer01:07 18-Apr-25

Illinois football loses record holder to the transfer portal Writing Illini (Weblog)23:40 17-Apr-25

Coach speak: Illini DL commit Tony Balanganayi hasn't 'scratched the surface of what he can… Illini Inquirer23:13 17-Apr-25

Transfer portal gives blow to the Illinois football defensive backfield depth Writing Illini (Weblog)23:09 17-Apr-25

Report: Illinois defensive back Tyler Strain enters transfer portal The Champaign Room22:27 17-Apr-25

Report: Illini Kicker Ethan Moczulski enters transfer portal The Champaign Room22:27 17-Apr-25

Illinois DB Tyler Strain enters transfer portal Illini Inquirer20:12 17-Apr-25

Illinois State transfer CB Teon Parks sets Big 12 visit BuffScoop17:45 17-Apr-25

Illini great Terry Hawthorne returns to Illinois recruiting staff Illini Inquirer16:49 17-Apr-25

Illinois' top commit Victor Singleton added to Polynesian Bowl roster Wolverine24716:10 17-Apr-25

A look at the Illinois football running back room after Josh McCray enters the transfer portal Writing Illini (Weblog)12:38 17-Apr-25

Bielema picks up commitment from top in-state 2026 prospect The Champaign Room02:56 17-Apr-25

The Illinois football class of 2026 receives huge offensive line commitment Writing Illini (Weblog)02:29 17-Apr-25

In the film room: 2026 OL/DL Tony Balanganayi Illini Inquirer02:05 17-Apr-25

Commit: Illini land three-star 2026 Palatine DL/OL Tony Balanganayi Illini Inquirer01:52 17-Apr-25

Productive Illinois State transfer WR Xavier Loyd draws a Power Four crowd as the spring window … 247Sports18:57 16-Apr-25

Productive Illinois State WR transfer Xavier Loyd drawing a P4 crowd OUInsider18:06 16-Apr-25

Bielema 'wasn't shocked' by McCray's decision to enter transfer portal: 'We've prepared for… Illini Inquirer18:05 16-Apr-25

Five potential needs for Illini football during spring transfer portal window Illini Inquirer17:04 16-Apr-25

2027 Barrington WR Austin Coles gets 'real positive vibes' during Illini visit Illini Inquirer14:52 16-Apr-25

Transfer portal claims Cheez-It Citrus Bowl star from the Illinois football program Writing Illini (Weblog)23:22 15-Apr-25

Report: Illini RB Josh McCray plans to enter transfer portal Illini Inquirer22:35 15-Apr-25

Big Ten Team Loses Bowl Game Hero to Transfer Portal on Tuesday Athlon Sports22:08 15-Apr-25

Report: Josh McCray to enter transfer portal The Champaign Room21:55 15-Apr-25

Who could be next in Illini football Class of 2026? Five options following Williams, Thomas… Illini Inquirer18:48 15-Apr-25

Three-star 2026 Chicago Brother Rice DL King Liggins 'had a really great time' on Illini… Illini Inquirer15:04 15-Apr-25

OT Marlen Bright used Illinois Ov to look beyond football Illini Inquirer03:21 15-Apr-25

Illinois football defensive outlook looks bright with another massive commitment Writing Illini (Weblog)00:08 15-Apr-25

Bret Bielema loading up linebacker corps with huge Illinois football commitment Writing Illini (Weblog)23:47 14-Apr-25

Top247 OL Kai Pritchard needed one question answered during Illinois official visit and he got… Illini Inquirer22:01 14-Apr-25

What it means: Three-star 2026 Florida defenders Tony Williams, Almirian Thomas commit to Illini Illini Inquirer18:28 14-Apr-25

Illinois OL transfer Zy Crisler making statement during first and lone spring with Colorado… BuffScoop18:16 14-Apr-25

In the film room: 2026 DB Almirian Thomas Illini Inquirer15:26 14-Apr-25

How a winter visit from Illinois keyed LB Tony Williams' commitment to the Illini Illini Inquirer15:06 14-Apr-25

Commit: Illini land three-star 2026 Florida Lb Tony Williams Illini Inquirer15:06 14-Apr-25

In the film room: 2026 LB Tony Williams Illini Inquirer15:06 14-Apr-25

Commit: Illini land three-star 2026 Florida DB Almirian Thomas Illini Inquirer15:04 14-Apr-25

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