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Ella Walker

Ella Walker

Joined: Jul 26, 2024

Sep 14, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini running back Kaden Feagin (3) during the first half at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Illinois Running Game Plays Huge Role In Nebraska Victory

The Illini running backs corps of Kaden Feagin, Josh McCray and Aiden Laughery have been answering the call to compete as a whole.

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Sep 20, 2024; Lincoln, Nebraska, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini quarterback Luke Altmyer (9) warms up before a game against the Nebraska Cornhuskers at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Dylan Widger-Imagn Images

Illinois Quickly Turning Page From Nebraska To Penn State

The Illinois Fighting Illini have little time to celebrate Friday's victory against Nebraska. They play ranked Penn State next

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Jul 20, 2024; Phoenix, AZ, USA; Team WNBA guard Caitlin Clark (left) and Angel Reese against the USA Women's National Team during the 2024 WNBA All Star Game at Footprint Center. Mandatory Credit: Mark J. Rebilas-Imagn Images

Illini Commit Destiny Jackson Talks Caitlin Clark, Angel Reese Impact On WNBA

Destiny Jackson recently committed to the U of I for basketball and talked about how Clark and Reese have shifted the way people view the WNBA

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Sep 7, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini tight end Cole Rusk (14) celebrates his team’s lead over the Kansas Jayhawks during the first half at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Illinois Looking To Build Momentum Off Kansas Upset

The Illini are 2-0 after a big win against Kansas. They play Central Michigan Saturday before opening the Big Ten schedule the following week against Nebraska.

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Sep 7, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini quarterback Luke Altmyer (9) celebrates a win over the Kansas Jayhawks at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Illini QB Luke Altmyer Showing Confidence On Field Two Games Into Season

Luke Altmyer is showing fans that his preseason confidence can and will transition into the regular season.

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Jan 2, 2023; Tampa, FL, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini defensive back Matthew Bailey (2) chases Mississippi State Bulldogs running back Simeon Price (22) during the 2023 ReliaQuest Bowl at Raymond James Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

Illini DB Matthew Bailey Shows No Rust After Returning From Season-Ending Injuries

Illinois defensive back Matthew Bailey comes back swinging despite season-ending injuries last year. He expects to play big role in Saturday's game against Kansas

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Aug 29, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini wide receiver Pat Bryant (13) scores a touchdown on a pass in front of Eastern Illinois Panthers defensive back Allen Brown III (30) during the first half at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

Illini WRs Treating Pancake Blocks Like Touchdowns This Season

Wide receivers Collin Dixon and Pat Bryant each had two knockdown blocks to lead the team in the season opener versus Eastern Illinois.

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Aug 29, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini linebacker Dylan Rosiek (28) srips the ball from Eastern Illinois Panthers wide receiver DeAirious Smith (6) during the second half at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-USA TODAY Sports

Illini Defense Leaves Everything on the Field During Season Opener

The Illini defense had a total of 4 turnovers and 27 solo tackles last night in the home opener.

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Oct 21, 2023; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini running back Kaden Feagin (3) scores a touchdown during the second half against the Wisconsin Badgers at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-USA TODAY Sports

Illini RBs Prove Their Worth In Season-Opening Victory

Kaden Feagin and Aidan Laughery brought in 25 percent of the Illini's offensive yards last night in the season opener versus Eastern Illinois.

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Oct 21, 2023; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini running back Kaden Feagin (3) is lifted up by teammate Isaiah Adams (78) during the second half at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-USA TODAY Sports

Illini Want More Out Of RB Kaden Feagin Than Just An Impressive Physique

Kaden Feagin is working on proving that he isn't just another workout warrior and belongs with the Illinois Fighting Illini.

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Nov 4, 2023; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini quarterback Luke Altmyer (9) celebrates his touchdown pass to wide receiver Isaiah Williams (1) during the first half against the Minnesota Golden Gophers at Huntington Bank Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-USA TODAY Sports

There Is Reason Illini QB Luke Altmyer Has Newfound Confidence

Illinois quarterback Luke Altmyer is working under the same offensive coordinator in consecutive years for the first time in his career.

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Sep 16, 2023; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Penn State Nittany Lions running back Mehdi Flowers (right) runs the ball against Illinois Fighting Illini defensive back Miles Scott (10) during the first half at Memorial Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-USA TODAY Sports

Illini Captains Show "Strong Leadership" When Given Chance To Address Team

Illini captains had the floor to talk directly to their teammates about the upcoming season.

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