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Ohio State Buckeyes defensive lineman Zion Grady (15) celebrates with defensive back Caleb Downs (2) in the second half of the NCAA football game at Ohio Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 4, 2025 in Columbus, Ohio.

Illinois Offense in Trouble vs. Ohio State? ‘One of The Best Defenses I’ve Ever Seen’

Jackson Langendorf

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Oct 6, 2025

Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Ryan Day leads his team on the field prior to the NCAA football game against the Minnesota Golden Gophers at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Oct. 4, 2025.

First Look at Illinois Football Week 6 Opponent: Ohio State Buckeyes

Pranav Hegde

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Oct 6, 2025

Jul 22, 2025; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Illinois quarterback Luke Altmyer speaks to the media during the Big Ten NCAA college football media days at Mandalay Bay Resort. Mandatory Credit: Lucas Peltier-Imagn Images

Illinois Coach Bret Bielema Pays Luke Altmyer Powerful Compliment

Jason Langendorf

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Oct 5, 2025

Sep 27, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley before an NCAA football game with the Illinois Fighting Illini at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

USC Trojans' Rush Defense Key Factor In Marquee Matchup Against Michigan

Caden Handwork

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Oct 5, 2025

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Oct 4, 2025; West Lafayette, Indiana, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini quarterback Luke Altmyer (9) looks to throw a pass against the Purdue Boilermakers during the second half at Ross-Ade Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Marc Lebryk-Imagn Images

3 Key Stats That Explain Illinois Football's Convincing Win Over Purdue

Jackson Langendorf

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Oct 5, 2025

Oct 4, 2025; West Lafayette, Indiana, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini wide receiver Hank Beatty (80) runs the ball down field during the second quarter against the Purdue Boilermakers at Ross-Ade Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Marc Lebryk-Imagn Images

Game Balls: Illinois' Top Individual Performances in 43-27 Win Over Purdue

Jackson Langendorf

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Oct 5, 2025

Oct 4, 2025; West Lafayette, Indiana, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini running back Ca'Lil Valentine (5) celebrates a touchdown during the second quarter against the Purdue Boilermakers at Ross-Ade Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Marc Lebryk-Imagn Images

Social Media Buzzes as Illinois Football Climbs Back Into Top 20 of AP Poll

Pranav Hegde

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Oct 5, 2025

Oct 4, 2025; West Lafayette, Indiana, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini wide receiver Hank Beatty (80) gestures after making a first down against the Purdue Boilermakers during the second half at Ross-Ade Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Marc Lebryk-Imagn Images

Illinois Football Is on the Move Again in the AP Poll: Where Did the Illini Land?

Jason Langendorf

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Oct 5, 2025

Sep 20, 2025; Bloomington, Indiana, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini quarterback Luke Altmyer (9) warms up prior to the game against the Indiana Hoosiers at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Goddin-Imagn Images

Luke Altmyer Is a Heisman Trophy Candidate ... If Illinois Beats Ohio State

Jason Langendorf

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Oct 5, 2025

Oct 4, 2025; West Lafayette, Indiana, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema watches warm ups before the game against the Purdue Boilermakers at Ross-Ade Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Marc Lebryk-Imagn Images

Why Illinois Is the Biggest Beneficiary of Penn State's Shocking Loss to UCLA

Jackson Langendorf

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Oct 5, 2025

Oct 4, 2025; West Lafayette, Indiana, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini wide receiver Hank Beatty (80) gestures after making a first down against the Purdue Boilermakers during the second half at Ross-Ade Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Marc Lebryk-Imagn Images

Social Media Reacts to Illinois Beating Purdue and Keeping the Cannon

Pranav Hegde

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Oct 4, 2025

Sep 20, 2025; Salt Lake City, Utah, USA; The Fox Big Noon Kickoff broadcast team before the game between the Utah Utes and the Texas Tech Red Raiders at Rice-Eccles Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Rob Gray-Imagn Images

Illinois to Host FOX’s ‘Big Noon Kickoff’ Again as Ohio State Visits Champaign

Pranav Hegde

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Oct 4, 2025

Oct 4, 2025; West Lafayette, Indiana, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema watches warm ups before the game against the Purdue Boilermakers at Ross-Ade Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Marc Lebryk-Imagn Images

What Bret Bielema Said After Illinois’ Win at Purdue, What’s Next vs. Ohio State

Jason Langendorf

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Oct 4, 2025

Oct 4, 2025; West Lafayette, Indiana, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema watches warm ups before the game against the Purdue Boilermakers at Ross-Ade Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Marc Lebryk-Imagn Images

Illinois Cruises Past Purdue, Sets Up Big Ten Showdown vs. No. 1 Ohio State

Jackson Langendorf

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Oct 4, 2025

Oct 4, 2025; West Lafayette, Indiana, USA; Purdue Boilermakers running back Devin Mockobee (45) jumps over Illinois Fighting Illini defensive back Miles Scott (10) during the first quarter at Ross-Ade Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Marc Lebryk-Imagn Images

Three Instant Observations From Illinois' 43-27 Win Over Purdue

Jason Langendorf

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Oct 4, 2025

Aug 30, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans defensive tackle Jide Abasiri (97) celebrates after a sack as center judge referee Amanda Sauer watches against the Missouri State Bears in the second half at United Airlines Field at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

USC Linebacker Desman Stephens Details Areas of Improvement for Trojans Front Seven

Kendell Hollowell

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Oct 4, 2025

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Illinois Will Beat Purdue – and the Illini Will Have Taylor Swift to Thank for It

Jason Langendorf

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Oct 3, 2025

Nov 16, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley watches game action against the Nebraska Cornhuskers during the second half at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

Reinforcements Arriving Soon for USC Trojans Defense, Secondary

Caden Handwork

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Oct 3, 2025

Aug 30, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley watches from the sidelines against the Missouri State Bears in the first half at United Airlines Field at Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Biggest Games USC Trojans Fans Should Watch During Bye Week

Cory Pappas

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Oct 3, 2025

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