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Sep 27, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Members of the Illinettes Dance Team welcomes Illinois Fighting Illini players before an NCAA football game with the Southern California Trojans at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Illinois Offers In-State Athlete Grant Bowen, Son of Former NFL Veteran

Jason Langendorf

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Oct 3, 2025

Defensive coordinator D'Anton Lynn speaks to the media after USC Fall Camp.

Key Reasons Behind USC Trojans' Struggles on Defense

Charlie Viehl

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Oct 3, 2025

Oct 12, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Purdue Boilermakers quarterback Ryan Browne (15) runs with the ball in the first half against the Illinois Fighting Illini at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Staff Picks: Who Wins Illinois Football at Purdue?

Jason Langendorf

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Oct 3, 2025

Electric Michigan freshman QB Bryce Underwood is worth a Week 6 watch as he looks to tune up his passing game.

Six Big Ten quarterbacks to watch in Week 6

Joe Cox

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Oct 3, 2025

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Could Dylan Raiola and Nebraska be on upset alert in Week 6?

Eight college football teams on upset alert in Week 6

Joe Cox

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Oct 3, 2025

Oct 26, 2024; Eugene, Oregon, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema watches players warm up before a game against the Oregon Ducks at Autzen Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

Illinois Football Offers Three-Star Offensive Lineman Ethan McIntosh

Pranav Hegde

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Oct 3, 2025

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

Illinois Football Offers Three-Star Offensive Lineman Clayton Lee

Pranav Hegde

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Oct 3, 2025

Aug 29, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini running back Ca'Lil Valentine (5) stiff arms Western Illinois Leathernecks defensive back Christian Pierce (3) during the second half at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

The Big Question: Who Is Illinois' Most Likely Breakout Player for 2025?

Jason Langendorf

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Oct 2, 2025

Sep 13, 2025; West Lafayette, Indiana, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley stands on the sidelines during the first quarter against the Purdue Boilermakers at Ross-Ade Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Marc Lebryk-Imagn Images

USC’s Schedule Turns Brutal as Defensive Concerns Intensify

Caden Handwork

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Oct 2, 2025

Sep 27, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema calls a time out during the first half against the Southern California Trojans at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Has Bret Bielema's NFL Experience Given Illinois an Edge in One-Score Games?

Jason Langendorf

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Oct 2, 2025

A Nebraska Cornhuskers fan holds a Taylor Swift-themed sign during the fourth quarter against the Cincinnati Bearcats at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium.

The Life of a Cornhusker: How Nebraska Has Fared Following Taylor Swift Album Releases

Kaleb Henry

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Oct 2, 2025

Sep 27, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley talks with players during the first half against the Illinois Fighting Illini at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

USC Trojans' National Championship Odds Shift Dramatically

Gabriel Duarte

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Oct 2, 2025

Oct 12, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Fighting Illinois players celebrate with the Purdue Cannon in a 50-49 win against the Purdue Boilermakers at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

EA Sports' 'College Football 26' Simulation Predicts Illinois vs. Purdue

Pranav Hegde

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Oct 2, 2025

Sep 13, 2025; West Lafayette, Indiana, USA; Southern California Trojans quarterback Jayden Maiava (14) warms up on the sidelines during the first quarter against the Purdue Boilermakers at Ross-Ade Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Marc Lebryk-Imagn Images

How USC's Jayden Maiava Is Still Quietly Making A Case For Heisman Trophy

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Oct 2, 2025

Sep 27, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Fans flood the field after a 34-32 Illinois fighting Illini win over the Southern California Trojans at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Illinois Football Offers Three-Star Offensive Lineman Luke Injaychock

Jared Shlensky

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Oct 2, 2025

Oct 12, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini offensive lineman J.C. Davis (74) in the first half against the Purdue Boilermakers at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Illinois Star Bouncing Back After Slow Start, Earning Huge Grade From PFF

Jackson Langendorf

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Oct 1, 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 Game vs. Illinois Delivered Massive National Audience

Caden Handwork

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Oct 1, 2025

Sep 28, 2024; University Park, Pennsylvania, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini running back Kaden Feagin (3) runs during the second quarter against the Penn State Nittany Lions at Beaver Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew O'Haren-Imagn Images

Illinois' Offense Set to Dominate Purdue in One Critical Area

Jackson Langendorf

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Oct 1, 2025

USC Trojans Glaring Weakness Secondary Marcelles Williams Lincoln Riley Big Ten Transfer Portal Kamari Ramsey Braylon Conley

Glaring Issues in USC’s Secondary Could Shape Tough Schedule Stretch Ahead

Kendell Hollowell

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Oct 1, 2025

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