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Illinois running back Ca'Lil Valentine (5) runs the ball ahead of Tennessee defensive back Andre Turrentine (2) and linebacker Jadon Perlotte (27) for a first down in the first quarter of the Music City Bowl against Tennessee in an NCAA football game on Dec. 30, 2025, in Nashville, Tennessee.

Illinois Running Back Ca'Lil Valentine to Return to Champaign in 2026?

Jason Langendorf

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Jan 14, 2026

Dec 30, 2025; Nashville, TN, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema watches against the Tennessee Volunteers during the second half at Nissan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

Illinois Football Signs Transfer Defensive Lineman – What It Means

Jared Shlensky

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Jan 12, 2026

Illinois coach Bret Bielema disputes a call in the first quarter of the Music City Bowl against Tennessee in an NCAA football game on Dec. 30, 2025, in Nashville, Tennessee.

Illinois Football Signs Two More in Transfer Portal – What It Means

Jared Shlensky

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Jan 11, 2026

Oregon head coach Dan Lanning takes the field as the Oregon Ducks face the Indiana Hoosiers in the Peach Bowl on Jan. 9, 2026, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Georgia.

Oregon Ducks 2026 Schedule Full Of Marquee Matchups

Kyle Clements

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Jan 11, 2026

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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

Big Ten Wide Receiver With Upside Commits to Lane Kiffin, LSU Football After Visit

Zack Nagy

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Jan 9, 2026

Dec 30, 2025; Nashville, TN, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema watches against the Tennessee Volunteers during the second half at Nissan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

Two More Illinois Football Players Hit the Transfer Portal – What It Means

Jared Shlensky

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Jan 9, 2026

Nov 22, 2025; Madison, Wisconsin, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema yells to his players during the second half against the Wisconsin Badgers at Camp Randall Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Kayla Wolf-Imagn Images

Illinois Football Signs Two More Transfers – Including Former MLB Draft Pick

Jackson Langendorf

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Jan 8, 2026

Oct 11, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Ohio State Buckeyes running back CJ Donaldson Jr. (12) is tackled by Illinois Fighting Illini linebacker Malachi Hood (45) during the first quarter at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Illinois Linebacker Malachi Hood Transfers to West Virginia – What It Means

Jared Shlensky

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Jan 8, 2026

Sep 2, 2023; Lexington, Kentucky, USA; Ball State Cardinals wide receiver Ty Robinson (2) runs the ball during the third quarter against the Kentucky Wildcats at Kroger Field. Mandatory Credit: Jordan Prather-Imagn Images

Illinois Signs Ball State Wide Receiver Transfer Ty Robinson – What It Means

Jared Shlensky

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Jan 8, 2026

Illinois coach Bret Bielema during the Music City Bowl against Tennessee in an NCAA college football game on Dec. 30, 2025, in Nashville, Tennessee.

Illinois Signs Colorado State Offensive Tackle Transfer Christian Martin – What It Means

Jason Langendorf

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Jan 7, 2026

Illinois defensive end Tomiwa Durojaiye (36) reacts during a play in the Illini's 24-6 win over Maryland on Nov. 15, 2025, at Memorial Stadium in Champaign, Illinois.

Five More Illinois Football Players Opt for the Transfer Portal

Jared Shlensky

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Jan 6, 2026

Oct 25, 2025; Annapolis, Maryland, USA; Florida Atlantic Owls wide receiver Jayshon Platt (3) takes a moment after scoring a first quarter touchdown against the Navy Midshipmen at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tommy Gilligan-Imagn Images

Illinois Football Signs Three Additional Transfers to Bolster 2026 Class

Jackson Langendorf

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Jan 6, 2026

Nov 2, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini defensive back Matthew Bailey (7) tackles Minnesota Golden Gophers quarterback Max Brosmer (16) during the second half at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Matthew Bailey Announces Return to Illinois Football – Why it Matters

Pranav Hegde

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Jan 5, 2026

Dec 30, 2025; Nashville, TN, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema calls time out against the Tennessee Volunteers during the second half at Nissan Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Steve Roberts-Imagn Images

Illinois Football Signs Quarterback Maurice Smith Jr. – Or Did It?

Pranav Hegde

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Jan 5, 2026

Wisconsin offensive lineman Jake Renfro (57) provides pass protection during the second quarter of their game against Miami (Ohio) Thursday, August 28, 2025 at Camp Randall Stadium in Madison, Wisconsin.

Illinois Signs Wisconsin Transfer Center Jake Renfro to Stabilize Offensive Line

Jason Langendorf

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Jan 5, 2026

Sep 20, 2025; Greenville, North Carolina, USA; East Carolina Pirates quarterback Katin Houser (4) runs with the ball past Brigham Young Cougars safety Faletau Satuala (11) during the second half at Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images

Illinois Signs East Carolina Quarterback Transfer Katin Houser – What It Means

Jason Langendorf

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Jan 4, 2026

Oct 16, 2025; Greenville, North Carolina, USA; East Carolina Pirates quarterback Katin Houser (4) rolls out of the pocket against the Tulsa Golden Hurricane during the first half at Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images

Expert Predicts Illinois to Land Heralded Transfer Quarterback Katin Houser

Jackson Langendorf

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Jan 4, 2026

Sep 27, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema gives players a hand after a 34-32 win against the Southern California Trojans at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Illinois Football Offers Three FCS Transfers – How Do They Fit in?

Jared Shlensky

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Jan 4, 2026

Oct 16, 2025; Greenville, North Carolina, USA; East Carolina Pirates quarterback Katin Houser (4) runs with the ball against the Tulsa Golden Hurricane during the second half at Dowdy-Ficklen Stadium. Mandatory Credit: James Guillory-Imagn Images

Two college football programs emerge as landing spots for 3,000-yard QB in transfer portal

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Jan 3, 2026

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