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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

The Illini bolstered its defensive line and added the program's 14th player via the transfer portal Sunday with the signing of Washington State's Connor Sullivan

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The Illini bolstered its defensive line and added the program's 14th player via the transfer portal Sunday with the signing of Washington State's Connor Sullivan

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The Illini welcomed defensive back Deuce Fillmore (Georgia State) and linebacker Robert Edmonson (Colorado State) on Friday

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

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The Illini transfer class continues to take shape as Bret Bielema added an edge rusher and gifted wideout Thursday

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

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The Illini brought in Robinson and long snapper Zach Haber through the transfer portal on Wednesday

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The Illini added yet another experienced, game-ready offensive tackle on Tuesday in their ongoing offensive line rebuild

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

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The Illini are continuing to build their 2026 transfer class, signing a wide receiver, a safety and a defensive lineman on Monday

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

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The Illini have indeed brought aboard Smith, but the transfer quarterback from Chowan State is listed as an athlete – an intriguing twist

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.

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Renfro has had his share of injuries, but he is a proven, experienced and powerful presence the Illini can rebuild their O-line around

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

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Houser, who arrives from East Carolina after two productive seasons in Greenville, appears to be the leading candidate to replace Luke Altmyer

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

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The Illini, per On3's Pete Nakos, are expected to secure the talents of East Carolina transfer quarterback Katin Houser

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

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The Illini extended scholarship offers to a trio of potential game-ready impact players on Friday

Nov 11, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood walks to the court before the game against the Texas Tech Red Raiders at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

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The Illini have turned winning into a habit across a handful of sports, and the snowball effect isn't lost on hoops coach Brad Underwood

Nov 1, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema before an NCAA game against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

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After its best two-year stretch, Illinois faces its share of portal exits but remains well-stocked – and is in position to further reload

Nov 23, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood during the first half against the Maryland-Eastern Shore Hawks at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

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The Illini, who were seemingly finished with 2026 recruiting, have now sent out two offers in the past few weeks

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The Illini made an unexpected move when they added Toni Bilic midseason. What can they expect to get out of the 6-foot-8 forward?

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Latest updates on Illinois' recruiting, including performances from current commits and a key target

Mar 23, 2024; Omaha, NE, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood leaves the court after the game against the Duquesne Dukes in the second round of the 2024 NCAA Tournament at CHI Health Center Omaha. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images

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Who is Collins, how would he fit at Illinois, and does Brad Underwood have a real shot at bringing him to Champaign?

Dec 13, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood before the first half against the Nebraska Cornhuskers at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

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Martin, a 6-foot-5 junior from Naperville (Neuqua Valley) was offered a scholarship by the Illini over the weekend

Nov 22, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood greets fans before the opening tip off against the Long Island University Sharks at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

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Croatia's Toni Bilic, a 20-year-old forward, will join the Illini at the semester break and be ready to play right away

Oct 11, 2025; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema during warmups prior to a game against the Ohio State Buckeyes at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

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Illinois quarterback Trey Petty and linebacker Easton Baker plan to enter the transfer portal, per multiple reports

Oct 4, 2025; West Lafayette, Indiana, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema stands on the sidelines during the second quarter against the Purdue Boilermakers at Ross-Ade Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Marc Lebryk-Imagn Images

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The Illini landed impact talent across the board to kick off the early signing period – and Illinois on SI is here to sort it all out

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The Illini have put together a fantastic 2026 recruiting class – one that got even better with the signing of Smith

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

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The Illini added three top JUCO linemen and the nation’s best JUCO cornerback, reinforcing key positions for the future

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The Illini, coming off what most considered a letdown of a regular season, were still able to nab Barnett from the Crimson Tide

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Follow Illinois on SI's live tracker for all the signings, information, updates and analysis on the newest Illini during the early signing day period