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Nebraska Cornhuskers quarterback Dylan Raiola runs the ball.

Big Ten Preseason Poll: Nebraska Picked in the Middle; Penn State, Ohio State, Oregon Favorites

Kaleb Henry

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Jul 21, 2025

Oregon Ducks To Have A Top-10 Defense for the 2025 season

Oregon Ducks Defense Receiving Too Much Hype Before 2025 Season?

Kyle Clements

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Jul 19, 2025

Phil Steele predicts college football's surprise teams in 2025

College football's biggest surprise teams in 2025, per Phil Steele

James Parks

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Aug 9, 2025

Nebraska quarterback Dylan Raiola in 14-7 win over Rutgers

Built for the Big Ten Stage: What Nebraska Expects from Quarterback Dylan Raiola in Year Two

Michael Cavallo

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Jul 18, 2025

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Dec 31, 2024; Orlando, FL, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini running back Josh McCray (6) celebrates his touchdown against the South Carolina Gamecocks in the fourth quarter at Camping World Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Reper-Imagn Images

The Big Question: How Much Will Illinois Football Miss Josh McCray?

Jackson Langendorf

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Jul 18, 2025

Mar 22, 2025; Philadelphia, PA, USA; Lucas Byrd of the Illinois Fighting Illini celebrates win against Drake Ayala of the Iowa Hawkeyes (not pictured) during the Division I Men's Wrestling Championship held at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Eric Hartline-Imagn Images

Illinois Wrestling Coach Mike Poeta Receives Contract Extension

Jared Shlensky

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Jul 18, 2025

Nebraska Cornhuskers linebacker Chief Borders celebrates after a stop against the Northern Illinois Huskies during the fourth quarter at Memorial Stadium.

Two Former Huskers Make 2025 College Football All-Name Team

Kaleb Henry

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Jul 17, 2025

Georgia Southern defeats Nebraska in 2022.

Groin Kick Chronicles: 30-21

Josh Peterson

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Jul 17, 2025

Dec 31, 2024; Orlando, FL, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini running back Aidan Laughery (21) runs the ball against South Carolina Gamecocks linebacker Debo Williams (0) in the fourth quarter at Camping World Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Reper-Imagn Images

Did College Football News Undervalue Illinois Football in Preseason Rankings?

Jackson Langendorf

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Jul 15, 2025

Ohio State Buckeyes head coach Ryan Day prepares to take the field prior to the NCAA football game against the Nebraska Cornhuskers at Ohio Stadium in Columbus on Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024.

The Sleeper Big Ten Foe That Could Challenge the Ohio State Buckeyes

Matthew Schmidt

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Jul 13, 2025

Nov 16, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois fighting Illini cheerleaders during the second half against the Michigan State Spartans at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Four-Star Recruit Jacob Eberhart Picks Illinois Over Alabama, Nebraska and More

Jason Langendorf

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Jul 12, 2025

Sep 28, 2024; University Park, Pennsylvania, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema on the sideline during a timeout in the second quarter against the Penn State Nittany Lions at Beaver Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matthew O'Haren-Imagn Images

Four-Star QB Spurns Illinois, Georgia and Florida for Clemson and Dabo Swinney

Jackson Langendorf

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Jul 10, 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

Three Non-Negotiables for Illinois to Make a Run to the College Football Playoff

Jackson Langendorf

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Jul 10, 2025

Nov 30, 2024; Chicago, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini running back Aidan Laughery (21) runs for a touchdown against Northwestern Wildcats during the first half at Wrigley Field. Mandatory Credit: Matt Marton-Imagn Images

Which Illinois Feuds Landed in The Athletic's Top 100 College Football Rivalries

Jackson Langendorf

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Jul 9, 2025

Dec 29, 2023; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Josh Whitman, Director of Athletics at the University of Illinois, addresses the media over the suspension of player Terrence Shannon Jr. after a rape charge on Dec.5. The address to the media came before a game with Fairleigh Dickinson at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Illinois Athletics Announces 'First of Its Kind' Partnership With NIL Powerhouse

Jared Shlensky

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Jul 9, 2025

Dec 31, 2024; Orlando, FL, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini quarterback Luke Altmyer (9) throws the ball against the South Carolina Gamecocks in the third quarter at Camping World Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Reper-Imagn Images

Phil Steele Unveils His Preseason All-Big Ten Team: Here's Where the Illini Stand

Jackson Langendorf

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Jul 8, 2025

Dec 27, 2023; San Diego, CA, USA; Fox Sports analyst Joel Klatt at the Holiday Bowl at Petco Park. Mandatory Credit: Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

Joel Klatt Names Illinois Team Most Likely to Make First CFP Appearance

Jason Langendorf

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Jul 8, 2025

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

ESPN's 2025 Preseason College Football Power Index Sells Illinois Short

Jason Langendorf

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Jul 7, 2025

Jul 23, 2024; Indianapolis, IN, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini outside linebacker Gabe Jacas speaks to the media during the Big 10 football media day at Lucas Oil Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Goddin-Imagn Images

Illinois' Gabe Jacas Named Top 5 Linebacker in EA Sports College Football 26

Pranav Hegde

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Jul 7, 2025

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