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Sep 28, 2024; Raleigh, North Carolina, USA; Northern Illinois Huskies quarter back Ethan Hampton (2) throws a pass against the North Carolina State Wolfpack during second quarter at Carter-Finley Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Zachary Taft-Imagn Images

Former Northern Illinois QB Ethan Hampton Signs With Illinois

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

Illinois Football's Bret Bielema Provides Transfer Portal Update

Aug 30, 2024; Madison, Wisconsin, USA; Wisconsin Badgers linebacker Leon Lowery Jr. (8) during the game against the Western Michigan Broncos at Camp Randall Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images

Illinois Football Signs Key Outside Linebacker Transfer From Wisconsin

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

Luke Altmyer Announces Return to Illinois Football for 2025 Season

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Nov 2, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema before a game with the Minnesota Golden Gophers at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Should Illinois Football Fans Be Concerned About Portal Moves?

Oct 19, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Fans rush the field after victory by the Illinois Fighting Illini over the Michigan Wolverines at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Predicting Illinois Football's 2025 Season From Newly Released Schedule

Nov 11, 2023; Eugene, Oregon, USA; USC Trojans head coach Lincoln Riley, left, and Oregon Ducks head coach Dan Lanning talk before a game at Autzen Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

USC Trojans Football Schedule: Grueling Road Opponents, Intriguing Home Slate In 2025

Nov 16, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini quarterback Luke Altmyer (9) during the second half against the Michigan State Spartans at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Could Luke Altmyer Be Eyeing a Transfer From Illinois Football?

Nov 2, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema during the second half at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Illinois Football Coach Bret Bielema Makes Bold Statement on State of NIL

Illinois wide receiver Pat Bryant (13) outruns a Rutgers defender on his way to the game-winning score in the Illini's 38-31 win at SHI Stadium in Piscataway, New Jersey, on Nov. 23.

Urban Meyer Breaks Down Illinois Football's Play of the Season

Nebraska quarterback Dylan Raiola hands off to running back Emmett Johnson against Iowa on Nov. 29.

A Dozen Big Ten Football Teams Set for Bowl Games

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

Illinois Football vs. South Carolina in Citrus Bowl Is Official

Nov 23, 2024; Columbia, South Carolina, USA; South Carolina Gamecocks quarterback LaNorris Sellers (16) scrambles against the Wofford Terriers in the first quarter at Williams-Brice Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeff Blake-Imagn Images

Report: South Carolina to Face Illinois in Citrus Bowl

Nov 16, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini wide receiver Pat Bryant (13) catches a touchdown pass during the first half against the Michigan State Spartans at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

How Illinois and Big Ten Rivals Performed vs. Expectations in 2024

Nov 23, 2024; Piscataway, New Jersey, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema looks on during the first half against the Rutgers Scarlet Knights at SHI Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Vincent Carchietta-Imagn Images

Why Illinois Football Has No CFP Case Over South Carolina, Ole Miss, Alabama

Oct 26, 2024; Eugene, Oregon, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema watches the game against the Oregon Ducks during the second half at Autzen Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Troy Wayrynen-Imagn Images

Bret Bielema Welcomes Illinois' 2025 Recruiting Class – But Not NCAA Changes

Sep 22, 2022; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini wide receiver Pat Bryant (13) is tackled by Chattanooga Mocs defensive back CaMiron Smith (5) as he runs with the ball after a short catch during the first half at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

NFL Prospect Pat Bryant to Opt Out of Illinois Football's Bowl Game

Sep 7, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema during the second half against the Kansas Jayhawks at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Illini Football Adds Four-Star Running Back John Forster to 2025 Class

Fans cheer on the Illinois football team in the Illini's 23-17 win over Kansas on Sept. 7, 2024, at Memorial Stadium in Champaign, Illinois.

Why Illinois Football Fans Should Be Laser-Focused on SMU vs. Clemson