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The NBA released its opening-week and Christmas Day schedules on Tuesday and will announce the full schedule on Thursday. The season will officially begin on Tuesday, October. 22, with three...

We’re deep in the offseason. A summer of hype around new recruits and NBA Draft anticipation has now become quiet. To pass time, let’s take a look at the Illini’s returning core and their closest...

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — There are just a few months left before it’s basketball season. The Fighting Illini wrapped up their 2025-26 season 22-12, but they have a pretty new roster after a second-round...

It’s the start of the NFL preseason, which means some familiar faces will be making their debuts this week.  The Illini saw three players get drafted in 2026, along with nine others getting...

I think we all agreed that Luke Altmyer deserved some kind of chance in the NFL. Looks like he’s going to get it. Lions head coach Dan Campbell said former Illinois quarterback will take a...

Do you agree with who ESPN selected as Illinois Football’s archenemy? Check out State Farm Agent Brian Hanson for a home, auto, business, and life insurance needs quote...

In this episode of Oskee Talk I continue TCR’s preseason positional previews by breaking down the linebacking corps: Click below to listen! Join the conversation! Comment below and make sure to...

Illinois men’s basketball head coach Brad Underwood went big-game hunting when scheduling his team’s non-conference schedule for the 2026-27 season. This is something that’s been a theme for...

The former Cincinnati and Wisconsin center is earning national recognition ahead of the upcoming season. Renfro was named one of 40 centers to the Rimington Trophy Watch List, a collection...

Sophomore standout David Mirkovic underwent surgery on his left foot in Indianapolis on July 31, reported on Illini social media pages. The social media team did not specify the exact injury or...

If you spend any amount of time on X (formerly known as Twitter), you may have come across this video on Friday. I’m not familiar with Hoop Herald, but they shared a video from last month that...

When the Illini take the football field this season, the defense will have a slightly different look. New defensive coordinator Bobby Hauck is bringing his version of the 3-3-5 defense, which...

Last season was undoubtedly up and down for junior wing Andrej Stojakovic. He had some great games and moments during the non-conference slate, but seemed to slow down when conference play began....

You hear most teams use the phrase, “establishing the run”, when talking about how to open up its offense. Offensive coordinator Barry Lunney Jr. wants to establish it and then some next season,...

Illini Isaac gives an update on David Mirkovic’s injury and then is joined by Bill Koch of The Providence Journal to discuss Stefan Vaaks and Gabe Jacas officially signing with the Patriots. Check...

Football is almost here. In less than 30 days, we’ll once again spend every Saturday riding an emotional roller coaster, letting our moods rise and fall based on the performance of our favorite...

When we think about America’s teams filled with bandwagon fans, there are some obvious names that come to mind: If you were to narrow your focus to college football, there are clear favorites...

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — There are three guarantees in life: Death, taxes, and head coach Bret Bielema finding gems at the quarterback position, courtesy of the transfer portal. From one-year icon Tommy...

It’s hard to think of a time where expectations have been higher in Champaign.  In his updated 2026–27 Way-Too-Early Top 25 rankings, ESPN’s Jeff Borzello has Illinois slotted at No. 3. If this...

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Bret Bielema addressed the media on Tuesday about his roster just one month before the start of the regular season. With the Illini slated to kick off against UAB on September...

News ripped through the Illini faithful like wildfire Tuesday afternoon, as the Illinois men’s basketball team announced out of the blue that sophomore forward David Mirkovic underwent surgery on...

Offensive lineman Dezmond Schuster has officially been given a sixth year of eligibility to play for Illinois this upcoming season. According to head coach Bret Bielema, Schuster had been dealing...

Illinois announced on X that sophomore superstar David Mirkovic underwent surgery on his left foot. According to the post, Mirkovic had a successful surgery today in Indianapolis. The injury...

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — One of Illinois’ most anticipated newcomers is fitting right in. Freshman addition Quentin Coleman, the five-star guard out of St. Louis, spoke with the media at the Champaign...

Illinois football will kick off its season in less than a month. The Illini open on a Thursday night against UAB inside Gies Memorial Stadium, which should provide a great atmosphere to begin the...

Any Ayo news is good news. The Illinois legend announced Monday that he is now engaged after proposing to his girlfriend Jalen in Chicago. Not clear exactly when he popped the question, but she...

Illinois Football will kickoff their season on September 3rd against UAB, but which game will likely decide if the season is unsuccessful or not to Illini fans? Check out State Farm Agent Brian...

Memorial Stadium offers a variety of different viewing options for Illini fans, but where is the overall best place to sit? Check out State Farm Agent Brian Hanson for a home, auto, business, and...

The 21st century in Champaign has been filled with talented players, but who is a player that has gone underrated? Check out State Farm Agent Brian Hanson for a home, auto, business, and life...

In this episode of Oskee Talk I begin our preseason positional previews by breaking down the defensive line: Click below to listen! Join the conversation! Comment below and make sure to subscribe...

Illinois volleyball will continue to have stability at the top through the end of the decade. The program announced Saturday that head coach Chris Tamas has signed a contract extension through the...

Winning breeds people wanting to show up. And people wanting to show up breeds sellouts. For the second straight season, Illinois football has sold out of season tickets, according to a release...

Illinois will join Ohio State, Michigan State, and Wisconsin as the fourth Big Ten school to add a jersey patch deal in 2026. Announced on Monday, Illinois has officially partnered with Busey Bank...

A chain is only as strong as its weakest link. Fortunately for Illinois and its deep rotation, those weak links seem to be few and far between. With a bench that appears to possess as much talent...

Illinois coach Bret Bielema addressed media members this week at the Hilton Chicago at Big Ten Media Days. Here is everything that transpired.

Gies Memorial Stadium has been the backdrop of some incredible memories for Illini fans in recent years. Illinois has gone 6-1 in each of the past two seasons, featuring some massive,...

A year of incredible shots, heroic performances and big wins paid off for Keaton Wagler. The guard earned the title of Kansas City Sportsman of the Year from the Kansas City Sports Commission and...

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — In a press conference originally intended for discussing the new Busey Bank patches that Illinois Athletics teams will be wearing this upcoming season, it was only a matter of...

“I wish there was a way to know you’re in the good old days before you’ve actually left them.” Andy Bernard’s iconic line from The Office wasn’t written for college basketball, but it’s something...

I’m starting to sense a pattern in the types of quarterbacks Bret Bielema recruits.  Just looking at his time in Champaign, Bielema’s two most successful QBs have been Luke Altmyer and Tommy...

CHICAGO — Going into next season, Illinois’ defense might look structurally similar, but should have a different feel to it. Former Montana head coach Bobby Hauck was brought in as the new...

It is a tale of two seasons for Illinois. Last season, the program returned all five starters on the offensive line as well as its starting quarterback. This season is a completely different...

CHICAGO – It’s no secret college football doesn’t look the same as it did five years ago; however, for Illinois’ Bret Bielema and Josh Whitman, it’s a whole new ball game.  Bielema and Whitman...

Illini Isaac and Robby Nardini break down recent Illini news including quotes from Big Ten Football Media Days, Busey Bank partnering with Illinois, and more! Check out State Farm Agent Brian...

CHICAGO — Tuesday morning marked the start of 2026 Big Ten Media Days in Chicago. The 2026 offseason has seen major roster departures and additions for Illinois, creating somewhat of a reset going...

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — With a loaded roster returning to State Farm, expectations in Champaign are incredibly high. But which returner will exceed those expectations?  The easiest answer would probably...

The Illini will open the year under the lights on the first Thursday of September, and the stadium should be packed with Illinois fans. Illinois will be one of three Big Ten teams in action that...

Illinois fans will see a new addition to jerseys this fall. The Illini announced on Monday that Busey Bank patches will appear on jerseys of many sports this athletic year, including football,...

Despite having coaching experience in the SEC, Illinois coach Bret Bielema wanted no part of Nick Saban favoring his former conference, even though the Big Ten had won three consecutive national...

Who will be the key to the Illini finding success under Bret Bielema this fall? Check out the conversation on our Facebook page! Check out State Farm Agent Brian Hanson for a home, auto, business,...