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Nov 11, 2023; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema reacts to a call during the second half against the Indiana Hoosiers at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

ESPN Releases Top 32 College Football Playoff Contenders: Is Illinois on the List?

Jackson Langendorf

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Aug 3, 2025

Novi Detroit Catholic Central's Jack Janda stretches out but fails to pull in the pass while covered by Detroit Cass Tech's Lamont Wilcoxson in the fourth quarter during the MHSAA Division 1 semifinals at Troy Athens High School on Saturday, Nov. 23, 2024.

Illinois Football Seeking to Flip Wisconsin Class of 2026 Commit Jack Janda

Jackson Langendorf

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Aug 2, 2025

Oct 19, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini defensive back Xavier Scott (14) steps into the light on the tunnel before the start of a game with the Michigan Wolverines at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

The Big Question: Will Illinois Football Have a Top-15 Defense in 2025?

Jackson Langendorf

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Aug 2, 2025

Grok takes a stab at ranking college football's very best teams in 2025.

We asked Grok to rank college football's 10 best teams in 2025. Here's what it said.

James Parks

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Aug 2, 2025

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Dec 27, 2024; Las Vegas, NV, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley reacts against the Texas A&M Aggies in the first half at Allegiant Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Where Do USC Trojans Rank In Latest College Football Playoff Forecast?

Teddy King

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Aug 2, 2025

May 10, 2025; Englewood, CO, USA; Denver Broncos wide receiver Pat Bryant (13) during rookie minicamp at Broncos Park Powered by CommonSpirit. Mandatory Credit: Ron Chenoy-Imagn Images

Why Former Illini Pat Bryant Could Be the Steal of the Denver Broncos' Draft

Jared Shlensky

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Aug 1, 2025

Jul 24, 2025; Las Vegas, NV, USA; USC head coach Lincoln Riley speaks to the media during the Big Ten NCAA college football media days at Mandalay Bay Resort. Mandatory Credit: Lucas Peltier-Imagn Images

Where Does USC Trojans' Football Schedule Rank Among Big Ten's Toughest?

Kendell Hollowell

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Aug 1, 2025

Oct 21, 2023; Eugene, Oregon, USA; Oregon Ducks head coach Dan Lanning against the Washington State Cougars at Autzen Stadium.

Oregon Ducks Receive Surprising Prediction In College Football Playoff

Charlie Viehl

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Aug 1, 2025

Dec 31, 2024; Orlando, FL, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini wide receiver Hank Beatty (80) runs the ball after the catch against the South Carolina Gamecocks in the first quarter at Camping World Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Reper-Imagn Images

Illinois Playmaker Hank Beatty Named to Paul Hornung Award Watch List

Pranav Hegde

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Aug 1, 2025

Oct 6, 2023; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini defensive back Xavier Scott (14) intercepts the ball in front of intended Nebraska Cornhuskers wide receiver Alex Bullock (84) during the second half at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Illinois Defensive Back Xavier Scott Named to Jim Thorpe Award Watch List

Pranav Hegde

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Aug 1, 2025

Oct 12, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini defensive lineman Terah Edwards (23) pursues Purdue Boilermakers quarterback Ryan Browne (15) with the ball in the first half at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Former Illinois Lineman TeRah Edwards Comes Up Big in NFL Preseason Debut

Jared Shlensky

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Aug 1, 2025

West (Salt Lake City, Utah) High School quarterback Kamden Lopati (0) prepares to take a snap in a game during the Panthers' 2024 season. Lopati on Wednesday accepted a scholarship offer to play football at the University of Illinois.

Illinois Football Q&A: Kamden Lopati Wants to Set the Standard for His Class

Jason Langendorf

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Jul 31, 2025

Oct 19, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema before a game with the Michigan Wolverines at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Illinois Football's Week 4 Matchup at Indiana Sells Out: What it Means

Jackson Langendorf

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Jul 31, 2025

Sep 17, 2021; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini defensive lineman Jer'Zhan Newton (94) sacks Maryland Terrapins quarterback Taulia Tagovailoa (3) in the first half at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Illinois Alum Named to RotoWire All-Big Ten Football Quarter Century Team

Jason Langendorf

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Jul 30, 2025

Nov 30, 2024; Los Angeles, California, USA; Southern California Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley watches game action against the Notre Dame Fighting Irish during the first half at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum. Mandatory Credit: Gary A. Vasquez-Imagn Images

College Football Analysts Predict USC Trojans' Shocking First Loss

Teddy King

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Jul 30, 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 Offensive Tackle J.C. Davis Named to Outland Trophy Watch List

Jason Langendorf

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Jul 29, 2025

Sep 8, 2023; Lawrence, Kansas, USA; Kansas Jayhawks quarterback Jalon Daniels (6) throws a pass against Illinois Fighting Illini linebacker Gabe Jacas (17) during the first half at David Booth Kansas Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jay Biggerstaff-Imagn Images

Illinois' Gabe Jacas, Xavier Scott Named to Bronko Nagurski Trophy Watch List

Pranav Hegde

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Jul 29, 2025

Nov 30, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini running back Aidan Laughery (21) celebrates with quarterback Luke Altmyer (9) after scoring a touchdown against the Northwestern Wildcats during the second half at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images

Will Illinois Enter Ohio State Matchup Undefeated? CBS Sports Weighs In

Jackson Langendorf

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Jul 29, 2025

Sept. 21, 2024; Columbus, Ohio, USA; Glassboro (New Jersey) athlete Xavier Sabb watches warm-ups before Ohio State's game against the Marshall University Thundering Herd at Ohio Stadium.

Oregon Ducks To Land 5-Star Athlete Recruit Over Penn State, Ohio State?

Arden Cravalho

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Jul 29, 2025

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