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Dec 31, 2024; Orlando, FL, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini defensive back Jaheim Clarke (25) celebrates his fumble recovery against the South Carolina Gamecocks in the third quarter at Camping World Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Reper-Imagn Images

EA Sports' 'College Football 26' Simulates Illinois vs. Western Illinois

Pranav Hegde

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Aug 29, 2025

Oct 12, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois fighting Illini players take the field before a game against the Purdue Boilermakers at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

How to Watch: Illinois Football vs. Western Illinois in Week 1

Jason Langendorf

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Aug 29, 2025

Dec 31, 2024; Orlando, FL, USA; A Illinois Fighting Illini helmet sitting on confetti after the game against the South Carolina Gamecocks at Camping World Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Reper-Imagn Images

With Third Sellout on the Way, Can Illinois Hope for ESPN's 'College GameDay'?

Jared Shlensky

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Aug 29, 2025

Nov 16, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois fighting Illini players take the field against the Michigan State Spartans at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Illinois Football Countdown to Kickoff: One Thought Before 2025 Opener

Jackson Langendorf

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Aug 28, 2025

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Dec 31, 2024; Orlando, FL, USA; The Illinois Fighting Illini huddle up before the game against the South Carolina Gamecocks at Camping World Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Reper-Imagn Images

How EA Sports' 'College Football 26' Predicts Illinois’ 2025 Season

Pranav Hegde

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Aug 28, 2025

Predicting Michigan football final score, along with Big Ten outcomes

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Aug 28, 2025

Illinois center Josh Kreutz (64) reacts after a play in the Illini's 21-7 win over No. 24 Michigan on Oct. 19, 2024 at Memorial Stadium in Champaign, Illinois.

Illinois Stat of the Day: Can the Illini Cut Down Their Sacks Allowed in 2025?

Nick Peck

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Aug 27, 2025

Sep 20, 2024; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini defensive back Torrie Cox Jr. (5) and defensive back Miles Scott (10) celebrate after an interception in the end zone against the Nebraska Cornhuskers during the second quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images

Top Three Illinois Football Position Units for 2025: Ranked and Revealed

Jackson Langendorf

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Aug 27, 2025

Nov 16, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema gives a hand to players before the game against the Michigan State Spartans at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Illinois Football Recruiting Buzz: Quarterback Michael Clayton Takes Flight

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Aug 27, 2025

Dec 31, 2024; Orlando, FL, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini wide receiver Malik Elzy (8) and Illinois Fighting Illini wide receiver Ashton Hollins (2) lead the team out of the tunnel before the game against the South Carolina Gamecocks at Camping World Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Reper-Imagn Images

Illinois Football Countdown to Kickoff: Two Thoughts Before 2025 Opener

Jackson Langendorf

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Aug 27, 2025

Sep 28, 2024; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Northern Illinois Huskies quarterback Ethan Hampton (2) throws a pass against the North Carolina State Wolfpack in the first quarter at Carter-Finley Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Zachary Taft-Imagn Images

Illinois Football 2025 Scouting Report: Quarterback Ethan Hampton

Pranav Hegde

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Aug 27, 2025

Sep 14, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini running back Ca'Lil Valentine (5) during the first half at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Illinois Football 2025 Scouting Report: Running Back Ca'Lil Valentine

Jason Langendorf

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Aug 27, 2025

Oct 21, 2023; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini quarterback Luke Altmyer (9) runs the ball against Wisconsin Badgers linebacker Darryl Peterson (17) during the first half at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Three Big Questions for Illinois Football vs. Western Illinois in Week 1

Jackson Langendorf

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Aug 26, 2025

Sep 21, 2024; Morgantown, West Virginia, USA; West Virginia Mountaineers wide receiver Hudson Clement (3) celebrates after defeating the Kansas Jayhawks at Mountaineer Field at Milan Puskar Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ben Queen-Imagn Images

Illinois on SI Preseason Staff Picks: Who Will Be the Top Illini Newcomer?

Jason Langendorf

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Aug 26, 2025

Aug 29, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini tight end Tanner Arkin (85) celebrates teammate Illinois wide receiver Malik Elzy (8) touchdown during the first half at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Illinois Football Countdown to Kickoff: Three Thoughts Before 2025 Opener

Jackson Langendorf

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Aug 26, 2025

Sep 6, 2024; Bloomington, Indiana, USA; Western Illinois Leathernecks quarterback Nathan Lamb (12) passes the ball in the second half against the Indiana Hoosiers at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

First Look: Illinois Football Week 1 Opponent Western Illinois

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Aug 26, 2025

Nov 23, 2024; Piscataway, New Jersey, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini quarterback Luke Altmyer (9) scrambles during the second half against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights at SHI Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

ESPN Analytics: Illinois a Massive Favorite Over Western Illinois in Season Opener

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Aug 25, 2025

Dec 31, 2024; Orlando, FL, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini running back Aidan Laughery (21) runs the ball against the South Carolina Gamecocks in the first quarter at Camping World Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Reper-Imagn Images

Illinois Football 2025 Scouting Report: Running Back Aidan Laughery

Jackson Langendorf

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Aug 25, 2025

Illinois running back Kaden Feagin (3) runs near the sideline while carrying the ball in the first quarter of a Big Ten football game against Penn State, Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024, in State College, Pa.

Illinois Football 2025 Scouting Report: Running Back Kaden Feagin

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