Jason Langendorf

Joined: Sep 28, 2024

Jason Langendorf has covered Illinois basketball, football and more for Illinois on SI since October 2024, and has covered Illini sports – among other subjects – for 30 years. A veteran of ESPN and Sporting News, he has published work in The Guardian, Vice, Chicago Sun-Times and many other outlets. He is currently also the U.S. editor at BoxingScene and a judge for the annual BWAA writing awards. He can be followed and reached on X and Bluesky @JasonLangendorf.

Illinois center Tomislav Ivisic (13) jumps the opening tip against Jackson State in the Illini's 113-55 win over the Tigers in their season opener Monday at the State Farm Center in Champaign, Illinois.

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Illini freshman guard Brandon Lee rolled his ankle in Sunday's practice and was ruled out for Monday's season opener against Jackson State

Illinois forward Jake Davis (15) looks for an opening in the Illini's 92-65 exhibition win over Illinois State on October 19, 2025, at the State Farm Center in Champaign, Illinois.

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The Illini aren't yet at full strength, but they are counting on their depth, size and shooting to carry the day against the Tigers in their opener

Sep 20, 2025; Bloomington, Indiana, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema walks onto the field prior to the game against the Indiana Hoosiers at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Robert Goddin-Imagn Images

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Oct 4, 2025; West Lafayette, Indiana, USA; Purdue Boilermakers quarterback Ryan Browne (15) runs with the ball against Illinois Fighting Illini defensive end Leon Lowery (9) during the first quarter at Ross-Ade Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Marc Lebryk-Imagn Images

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An Illini defense that can't afford any more bad news, just got some with the release of the pregame injury report

Illinois freshman guard Keaton Wagler (23) drives on an Illinois State defender in the Illini's 92-65 exhibition win over the Redbirds at State Farm Center in Champaign, Illinois.

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Wagler needs to bulk up and take his Big Ten lumps, but he may be ready to blow up sooner rather than later

Oct 11, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini quarterback Luke Altmyer (9) passes against the Ohio State Buckeyes during the second half at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

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The Illini (5-3) are down, but the Scarlet Knights (4-4) offer them a chance to get upright again. Our Illinois on SI staff predicts whether they will.

Nov 23, 2024; Piscataway, New Jersey, USA; Rutgers Scarlet Knights quarterback Athan Kaliakmanis (16) carries the ball as Illinois Fighting Illini defensive back Miles Scott (10) pursues during the first half at SHI Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

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The Illini are in a defensive freefall, but do the Scarlet Knights have enough pop to keep pace with Luke Altmyer and Illinois' offense?

Mar 17, 2024; Minneapolis, MN, USA; llinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood talks with media after defeating Wisconsin Badgers at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

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A season after the Illini fired at will, Underwood hopes a more seasoned roster and refined approach yield better shooting results

Mar 12, 2025; Charlotte, NC, USA; California Golden Bears guard Andrej Stojakovic (2) with the ball as Stanford Cardinal guard Jaylen Blakes (21) defends in the second half at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Bob Donnan-Imagn Images

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Stojakovic, a talented transfer from Cal, could be in line for a special season if he's able to translate his skills to a new setting

Feb 20, 2025; Los Angeles, California, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Shauna Green and Illinois Fighting Illini forward Brynn Shoup-Hill (23) during the second quarter against the UCLA Bruins at Pauley Pavilion presented by Wescom. Mandatory Credit: Robert Hanashiro-Imagn Images

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The Illini women start anew – in more ways than one – in 2025-26, tipping off against Division II Maryville in Thursday's exhibition matchup

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Bielema will have a difficult decision to make if Aaron doesn't turn his defense around over the next five games

Mar 21, 2025; Milwaukee, WI, USA: Illinois Fighting Illini center Tomislav Ivisic (13) drives to the hoop past Xavier Musketeers forward Zach Freemantle (32) during the first half at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images

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NCAA and Big Ten Network analyst Katz ranked two Illini in his top 10 – but did he miss on others?

Jason Langendorf

Joined: Sep 28, 2024

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