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Middletown football player Tomiwa Durojaiye smiles after putting on his University of Kentucky hat during his signing ceremony Wednesday, Dec. 15, 2021.

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Tomiwa Durojaiye Has Found a Home – and Perhaps an NFL Future – at Illinois

Jason Langendorf

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Sep 3, 2025

Sep 20, 2024; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini quarterback Luke Altmyer (9) warms up before a game against the Nebraska Cornhuskers at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images

Three Things to Know About Illinois Football vs. Duke Ahead of Kickoff

Jackson Langendorf

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Sep 2, 2025

Aug 30, 2025; Clemson, South Carolina, USA; LSU Tigers head coach Brian Kelly looks on during the second half at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ken Ruinard-USA TODAY Network via Imagn Images

AP Poll Week 2 Reaction: LSU Football a Winner, Alabama Crimson Tide Drop Down

Zack Nagy

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Sep 2, 2025

Aug 29, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; The Illinois Fighting Illini cheer squad performs before an NCAA football game against the Western Illinois Leathernecks at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Illinois Football Recruiting Buzz: Jacob Eberhart Shines in His Season Opener

Pranav Hegde

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Sep 2, 2025

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Aug 29, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini linebacker Gabe Jacas (17) jumps on teammate Illinois Fighting Illini defensive lineman Eli Coenen (96) after a sack on Western Illinois Leathernecks quarterback Chris Irvin (5) during the first half at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Illinois Football Anticipated a Rise in AP Top 25: Did the Illini Crack the Top 10?

Steven Greenberg

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Sep 2, 2025

Alabama Crimson Tide quarterback Ty Simpson failed to deliver a Week 1 win against Florida State.

Five overrated college football teams in AP Top 25 poll after Week 1

Matt De Lima

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Sep 2, 2025

Dec 31, 2024; Orlando, FL, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks running back Oscar Adaway III (27) makes the catch against Illinois Fighting Illini defensive back Kaleb Patterson (22) in the fourth quarter at Camping World Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Reper-Imagn Images

The Big Question: Who is Illinois Football's X-Factor Against Duke?

Pranav Hegde

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Sep 2, 2025

Nov 30, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema looks on against Northwestern Wildcats during the second half at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images

ESPN's Analytics Predict Illinois at Duke in Week 2: Do the Numbers Lie?

Jackson Langendorf

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Sep 2, 2025

Oregon coach Dan Lanning speaks during Oregon football’s Media Day on July 28, 2025, at Autzen Stadium in Eugene.

Big Ten Power Rankings: Where Are Oregon, Ohio State, Penn State Heading into Week 2?

Cory Pappas

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Sep 1, 2025

Ohio State safety Caleb Downs (2) and linebacker Arvell Reese (8) celebrate in the second half of the Buckeyes' season-opening win over Texas.

Updated Big Ten Football Power Rankings After Week 1: Ohio State Claims The Top Spot

Ryan Young

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Sep 1, 2025

Aug 28, 2025; Durham, North Carolina, USA; Duke Blue Devils quarterback Darian Mensah (10) comes running out onto the field before the start of the game against the Elon Phoenix at Wallace Wade Stadium. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images

Illinois Must Pressure Duke Quarterback Darian Mensah to Win – And Here's Why

Jackson Langendorf

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Sep 1, 2025

Aug 29, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini players take the field before the start of an NCAA game with the Western Illinois Leathernecks at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Illinois Football Week 1 Grades vs. Western Illinois: Keep the Curve in Mind

Jason Langendorf

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Sep 1, 2025

Aug 29, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini quarterback Luke Altmyer (9) runs the ball against the Western Illinois Leathernecks during the first half at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Big Ten Football Week 2 Power Rankings: Illinois Comes in Hot, but Duke Awaits

Steven Greenberg

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Sep 1, 2025

Oregon’s Bryce Boettcher, left, gets a hand on Illinois quarterback Luke Altmyer during the third quarter at Autzen Stadium.

Illinois Football 2025 Scouting Report: Quarterback Luke Altmyer

Jason Langendorf

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Sep 1, 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: Does Illinois Actually Have Three Starting Running Backs?

Jackson Langendorf

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Aug 31, 2025

Aug 29, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini wide receiver Hank Beatty (80) runs the ball after a pass reception as Western Illinois Leathernecks defensive back Buju Aumua-Tuisavura (14) tackles during the first half at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Where Will Illinois Football Rank in the AP Poll After Week 1 Win?

Jackson Langendorf

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Aug 31, 2025

Aug 29, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini wide receiver Justin Bowick (0) catches a touchdown in front of Western Illinois Leathernecks defensive back James Mankaka (29) during the first half at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

How Much Was Illinois Football Aided by Stumbles of Alabama, Arch Manning?

Jason Langendorf

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Aug 31, 2025

Oct 15, 2022; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini running back Chase Brown (2) scores a touchdown during the first half against the Minnesota Golden Gophers at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Chase Brown on Illinois Football's Rise: 'This Was Always the Vision'

Jackson Langendorf

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Aug 30, 2025

Aug 28, 2025; Durham, North Carolina, USA; Duke Blue Devils quarterback Darian Mensah (10) goes to throw the ball against the Elon Phoenix during the first half at Wallace Wade Stadium. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images

First Look: Illinois Football Week 2 Opponent Duke

Pranav Hegde

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Sep 8, 2025

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