#illini freshmen Kasparas Jakucionis and Will Riley heading to the NBA Draft Combine. https://t.co/wbmLiJOGjA— Joey Wagner (@mrwagner25) May 2, 2025 ... Read more

#Illini Kasparas Jakucionis and Will Riley invited to the 2025 NBA Draft Combine. https://t.co/mpi8eQsBKr— Orange and Blue News (@IllinoisRivals) May 2, 2025 ... Read more

#illini freshmen duo Kasparas Jakucionis and Will Riley heading to the NBA Draft Combine. https://t.co/wbmLiJOGjA— Joey Wagner (@mrwagner25) May 2, 2025 ... Read more

Former #Illini guard Adam Miller headed to Gonzaga. https://t.co/AuY2AF6Oje— Orange and Blue News (@IllinoisRivals) May 2, 2025 ... Read more

NEWS: Arizona State transfer guard Adam Miller has committed to Gonzaga, he tells @On3sports. The 6-foot-3 senior averaged 9.8 points per game this season. He began his college career at Illinois, spent one season at LSU, and played the last two years at Arizona State.… pic.twitter.com/8T8voeoGKo— Joe Tipton (@TiptonEdits) May ... Read more

Orange and Blue News caught up with @sammyj108 from @Hoosier_Huddle to get the inside scoop on Illinois week 4 opponent Indiana Hoosiers coming out of spring ball. #Illini. #Hoosiershttps://t.co/HaI1Kwe2H0— Orange and Blue News (@IllinoisRivals) May 2, 2025 ... Read more

Excited to have #Illini wing Andrej Stojakovic (@AndrejSto2) on @TheDrive935 coming up at 3:15 p.m. CT. Stream live at https://t.co/fFdGKL111N pic.twitter.com/5DNqLEZJLq— Derek Piper (@DPiper247) May 2, 2025 ... Read more

ICYMI: Orange and Blue News ranks the incoming Illinois football transfers following the spring portal window. #Illini | @RivalsPortal https://t.co/HIPcsR0Df0— Orange and Blue News (@IllinoisRivals) May 2, 2025 ... Read more

Mega Superbet PG and #Illini commit Mihailo Petrovic will be arriving in Champaign on Friday, June 20th to join #Illini basketball. pic.twitter.com/S9wHDQlFE3— UI Zone (@Recruit2Illini) May 2, 2025 ... Read more

The time is now! Today is the last day to activate your I FUND membership to be part of the State Farm Reseat for @illinimbb!Questions about the reseat, head to https://t.co/yOKDZxOHJZNeed to active your I FUND membership: https://t.co/W5H7Z44V9F pic.twitter.com/PodQLJbm7p— Illinois Athletics (@IlliniAthletics) May 2, 2025 ... Read more

✉️ MAILBAG: Answering dozens of #illini football & hoops questions + more!🔸Post-spring depth chart🔹Rating position groups🔸Projecting hoops' minutes allocation🔹Next Illini first-round pick?🔸QB recruiting🔹Shawhank movies🔸Top Bluey episodeshttps://t.co/NxrvZlgo1y— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) May 2, 2025 ... Read more

Friday's N-G sports cover features @srrichey on #Illini men's basketball roster overhaul ahead of the 2025-26 season, plus @mdaniels_NG's Daily Pitch and @zachpiatt13 on Phillips brothers of @ArcolaAthletics. @APSE_sportmedia @ngphotostaff ... Read more

NEWS: Ball State transfer TE Christian Abney has signed with #illini, rejoining former Ball State coach Mike Neu in ChampaignWhy it matters & what it means ⤵️https://t.co/XZXj4UNWpi— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) May 2, 2025 ... Read more

When high school sophomores get elevated to celebrity status, don’t be shocked when they do sophomoric things.— Orange and Blue News (@IllinoisRivals) May 2, 2025 ... Read more

After a couple of rough outings, Regan Hall has been exceptional on the mound for #illini baseball."He's just made of the right stuff. He's a great kid. He's the ultimate competitor."On his big month: https://t.co/iObUUGV0M6— Joey Wagner (@mrwagner25) May 2, 2025 ... Read more

#illini WBB offers in-state 2028 guard from Khloe Nicholson from Quincy. https://t.co/ffthQwy9w5— Joey Wagner (@mrwagner25) May 2, 2025 ... Read more

FamILLy pic.twitter.com/h601A96r3F— Nathan Knapik (@KnapikNathan) May 1, 2025 ... Read more

🌽 ball, no pun intended https://t.co/0wod9aSN6O— Luke Altmyer (@lukealtmyer9) May 1, 2025 ... Read more

“Those that fail to learn from history are doomed to repeat it.” pic.twitter.com/rpgYDO0Riy— UIFootballRecruits (@UIFballRecruits) May 1, 2025 ... Read more

Also, Trae Taylor was like 3 or 4 years old when Cliff pulled the OG hat trick. In short, we're all old. ... Read more

Imagine if Cliff Alexander had whipped the #Illini hat across the room. ... Read more

Trashing the Illini in a commitment video always works itself out https://t.co/5ctqDu2uDm— UIFootballRecruits (@UIFballRecruits) May 1, 2025 ... Read more

BREAKING: Elite 2027 Top247 QB Trae Taylor has committed to Nebraska! 🌽🏈The No. 7 QB in 2027 chose Nebraska over LSU, Texas A&M, and Illinois. MORE: https://t.co/gsZkRGHK57 pic.twitter.com/K3oAQFDJnZ— 247Sports (@247Sports) May 1, 2025 ... Read more

🎙 #Illini Inquirer Podcast Ep. 984 | Mike LaTulip on Illini landing Andrej Stojaković & Mihailo Petrović@LaTulip_Mike on how the Illini's latest (and last?) two additions fit Illinois, how they impact the Illini and their portential this year.🎧 & 📺: 247sports.com/college/illino ... Read more

Illinois offered 2027 safety Elijah Goins (@E1slim) from @DakotaFootball. Goins: "This is one of the biggest offers I have right now. What I like about Illinois is that it’s like a family there". #Illini. illinois.rivals.com/news/rising-ju ... Read more

Podcast: Orange and Blue News breaks down the Illinois basketball roster with beat writer @srrichey from the @news_gazette. Newcomers, returning players, and the outlook for 2025-26. #Illini. illinois.rivals.com/news/podcast-i ... Read more

All-Big Ten First TeamRyan Voois pic.twitter.com/S4HGId9oIo— Illinois Men’s Golf (@IlliniMGolf) May 1, 2025 ... Read more

Unanimous All-Big Ten First TeamMax Herendeen pic.twitter.com/CeIP1MgGwv— Illinois Men’s Golf (@IlliniMGolf) May 1, 2025 ... Read more

Unanimous All-Big Ten First TeamJackson Buchanan pic.twitter.com/1e7LCeRa6C— Illinois Men’s Golf (@IlliniMGolf) May 1, 2025 ... Read more

It’s always great to see you @coachjstepp can’t wait to see you again!! #familly pic.twitter.com/iTV9YI1uKE— Davon Grant (@DavonG2026) May 1, 2025 ... Read more

Orange and Blue News caught up with @ConorONeill_DI from @DukeRivals to get the scoop on how spring football ball went for Illinois week 2 opponent Duke. #Illini. illinois.rivals.com/news/out-of-sp ... Read more

Working my breaks Training with @CoachWheelz pic.twitter.com/8zG4EuIb8V— Kenyon Alston (@KenyonAlston) May 1, 2025 ... Read more

Three remaining questions about the #illini defense after spring ball⤴️https://t.co/hZsMUecsvG— Joey Wagner (@mrwagner25) May 1, 2025 ... Read more

Illinois Basketball Fact: Next season for IBCA HOF Career Coach Brian James will be his 49th year in basketball. Brian spent 18 of those years at Wilmington, Taylorville, Romeoville & Glenbrook North. He coached in the NBA & for the past 12 years Brian has been at Northwestern. pic.twitter.com/I6dGWqKtVT— BBall ... Read more

#Illini commits David Mirkovic & Mihailo Petrovic were on opposing sides in Monday's clash in the Adriatic League.You've probably seen Petrovic's game-winner. What else stood out in watching that game back?READ: https://t.co/jLTk60QnL7 pic.twitter.com/havEfPgStb— Derek Piper (@DPiper247) May 1, 2025 ... Read more

Podcast: Orange and Blue News breaks down the Illinois basketball roster with beat writer @srrichey from the @news_gazette. #Illini. https://t.co/31V4O3EohO— Orange and Blue News (@IllinoisRivals) May 1, 2025 ... Read more

Come on home Brodie! BIG TIME RECRUIT #Illini show some love to my guy 🍊See you at the crib 🤝 pic.twitter.com/7dp1e7Cykm— Cam Thomas (@CamThomas2026_3) April 30, 2025 ... Read more

Three-star IMG Academy cornerback AJ Marks sets official visit to #illiniProfile: https://t.co/pasn0RIqQe https://t.co/HFEk8lxxam— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 30, 2025 ... Read more

Kickin' for chicken and FREE TICKETS. Come out to Memorial Stadium on May 8th from 4-7 p.m. to kick a 35-yard field goal and try for free tickets. Get your student season ticket today: https://t.co/AUA7sibYcW pic.twitter.com/dPCHZo0nsC— Illinois Football (@IlliniFootball) April 30, 2025 ... Read more

OV June 6-8 @IlliniFootball🔒@BretBielema @CoachCParker @AaronHenry7 @CoachGriffith3 @artursitkowski4 @HendricksonILL @Recruit2Illini @IllinoisRivals @IllinoisRivals @IlliniOn247 @Illini_Guys @Compete24_ @ChalupaBatmanFB @MohrRecruiting @Spotlight39_Pod @BALLERSCHOICE1 pic.twitter.com/RwUg3fQ1Id— Aj Marks C/O 2026 IMG DB/ATH (@AjMarks_1) April 30, 2025 ... Read more

Appreciate @artursitkowski4 stopping by today. Always been a real one. Much love pic.twitter.com/OJh5xt8KPj— Trae Taylor (@Qb6Trae) April 30, 2025 ... Read more

After a great talk with Coach @CoachJamison I am blessed to receive my first division one offer I appreciate you Coach @HogsandDawgs @CoachTKelly1 @bashagridiron @ateleatahi @bashafootball pic.twitter.com/RrI9KqVLQn— Anitoni Tahi (@AnitoniTahi2027) April 30, 2025 ... Read more

BIG TEN MATCHUPS: Illinois avoids a trip to California. The Illini will only play one conference foe twice in the regular season.https://t.co/HhrgIL8bfx— WCIA 3 Sports (@WCIA3sports) April 30, 2025 ... Read more

Denver Broncos OL Alex Palczewski on why the #illini have turned around under Bret Bielema."He’s seen it and done it at a high level." https://t.co/5cnvU6RwM8 pic.twitter.com/s9KHH6wsAy— Joey Wagner (@mrwagner25) April 30, 2025 ... Read more

Field set for NCAA regional at Atkins Golf Club, with @IlliniMGolf the No. 3 seed behind Oklahoma Sate and North Carolina. #Illini https://t.co/bAzXQoHi87— IlliniHQ (@IlliniHQ) April 30, 2025 ... Read more

#AGTG✝️ After a great conversation with @wardth09 I am blessed to receive an offer from the University of Illinois! @Zinn68 @Glap_IV @SCSharkFootball @coachwoods9 @HoustonHero713 @EMitch_28 @Bullard_Coach @MikeRoach247 @GPowersScout @adamgorney @samspiegs @TomLoy247 pic.twitter.com/y7pxnIdDLf— TristanWillis (@TristanWillis27) April 30, 2025 ... Read more

Illinois fans, track the #Illini during the offseason for just $9.95. Buy 1 month now and get 3 months FREE. Enter promo code: B1G3F. In-depth recruiting coverage, football camps, summer hoops circuit, & more. Sign up now: https://t.co/8NvdBdq0gi pic.twitter.com/ECMWfoOtlM— Orange and Blue News (@IllinoisRivals) April 30, 2025 ... Read more

Re-ranking of the incoming Illinois football transfers after a handful of additions during the spring portal window. #Illini | @RivalsPortal https://t.co/HIPcsR0Df0— Orange and Blue News (@IllinoisRivals) April 30, 2025 ... Read more

Good Morning, #Illini Nation: The Big Ten released conference opponents for the 2025-26 season, and our @srrichey had some thoughts. #B1G https://t.co/cMWwRZ0nA8— IlliniHQ (@IlliniHQ) April 30, 2025 ... Read more

2025-26 B1G home & away opponents 🔶🔷 pic.twitter.com/zTlz1WPvif— Illinois Women's Basketball (@IlliniWBB) April 30, 2025 ... Read more

Seeing the number spelled out like that is ... jarring. But thanks to everyone that's followed along the last almost six years (and the three before that) as I've covered @IlliniMBB and college basketball at large. #Illini https://t.co/Qe4eMtEdxV— Scott Richey (@srrichey) April 30, 2025 ... Read more

Thanks @artursitkowski4 for visiting with our Cats! #LightIT #WETSU #AreYouTheNextCat pic.twitter.com/gnYF1IWOa1— Bill Mella (@Coach_Mella) April 30, 2025 ... Read more

We know where we'll be heading for NCAA Regionals.Join us May 12-14 at @AtkinsGolfClub as we host the NCAA Urbana Regional. pic.twitter.com/4HZ70js8Ig— Illinois Men’s Golf (@IlliniMGolf) April 30, 2025 ... Read more

2,137 consecutive days and counting for @srrichey and his 6 a.m. dose of college hoops: 'Good Morning, #Illini Nation.'https://t.co/YexKvU8N9j pic.twitter.com/eNq5x5m0eB— The News-Gazette (@news_gazette) April 30, 2025 ... Read more

The Daily!Welp, guess @UConnMBB can officially be considered a title contender next season.Plus:• 10 guys with key NBA Draft decisions• Assessing @IndianaMBB’s rebuild• @IlliniMBB officially returns a sharpshooterPlus more portal moveshttps://t.co/0iznTXBsjx— The Field of 68 (@TheFieldOf68) April 30, 2025 ... Read more

Three remaining questions about the #illini football offense after spring ball ⤵️https://t.co/SHzGfpCxaS— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 30, 2025 ... Read more

S/O to @coacharchiemac & @IlliniFootball for stopping by Ridge Point HS to evaluate & recruit our players!#RPDNA🧬 #RecruitRP pic.twitter.com/hbzcbnpxH5— Ridge Point Football (@RPHS_FB) April 30, 2025 ... Read more

S/O to @coacharchiemac & @IlliniFootball for stopping by Ridge Point HS to evaluate & recruit our players!#RPDNA🧬 #RecruitRP pic.twitter.com/C3G4M6gthb— Rick LaFavers (@Coach_LaFavers) April 30, 2025 ... Read more

Extremely blessed to receive a offer from the University of Illinois🧡🤍 @CoachJamison @coachjstepp @IlliniFootball @MarshallMcDuf14 @BayAreaLAB @BigPlayRay50 @Rivals @TheJuiceOnline @On3sports pic.twitter.com/qGcA5DpBDX— Antonio thomas jr (@wankdabull66306) April 30, 2025 ... Read more

This is utter nonsense. https://t.co/xNAUj8Wgkr— Orange and Blue News (@IllinoisRivals) April 30, 2025 ... Read more

Ben Humrichous has officially decided to return to Illinois next season, per a school spokesman. ... Read more

Available now! Bradimir t-shirt and hooded tee! Gameday Spirit has teamed up with Brad Underwood and Illinois Basketball to bring you an exclusive NEW drop! A portion of every sale will be donated to the Orange Krush Foundation!@IlliniMBB @CoachUnderwood @IlliniAthletics pic.twitter.com/bn1bUjmnwa— Gameday Spirit | Illinois (@GamedaySpirit) April 29, 2025 ... Read more

JUST IN: Unlikely there will be an official "I'm back" post from Ben Humrichous, but, per Illinois spokesman, the veteran forward WILL return for the 2025-26 season. #Illini— Scott Richey (@srrichey) April 29, 2025 ... Read more

NEWS: #illini forward Ben Humrichous will return to Illinois for the 2025-26 season, a team spokesman told @IlliniOn247Why it matters & what it means ⤵️https://t.co/VOK5kkO22E— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 29, 2025 ... Read more

Illinois fans, track the #Illini during the offseason for just $9.95. Buy 1 month now and get 3 months FREE. Enter promo code: B1G3F. In-depth recruiting coverage, football camps, summer hoops circuit, & more. Sign up now: https://t.co/8NvdBdq0gi pic.twitter.com/E5uPUDnu5B— Orange and Blue News (@IllinoisRivals) April 29, 2025 ... Read more

#illini DB Tyler Strain has withdrawn from the transfer portal, which sets up a return to Illinois.What it means: https://t.co/uqOcfpsPxc— Joey Wagner (@mrwagner25) April 29, 2025 ... Read more

#illini DB Tyler Strain has withdrawn his name from the transfer portal, @247SportsPortal has learned, setting up a return to Illinois.Strain has played in 35 career games with 57 tackles, 1.0 TFLs, three interceptions and nine PBUs at Illinois. pic.twitter.com/DlE9hVsmSr— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 29, 2025 ... Read more

Thanks to Coach Jamison from the University of Illinois for visiting Whitney Young today to recruit our exceptional Young people!#RecruitWY // #PhinsUp  // #FamILLy // #HTTO // #Illini @wyhs | @dolphinfootball | @recruitwy | @CoachJamison | @IlliniFootball | @21Harris21 pic.twitter.com/7IwrzfJn0d— Coach Dan Finger (@CoachFinger) April 29, 2025 ... Read more

Werner: With Balkan bounty and retention, #Illini scratch the -ić for talented, old roster capable of a B1G run https://t.co/LnBrOc9T4H— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 29, 2025 ... Read more

#Illini men's basketball announces its conference opponents for the 2025-26 season.The list & my early take...READ: https://t.co/eFzbVmywk7 pic.twitter.com/apSC5B2Uue— Derek Piper (@DPiper247) April 29, 2025 ... Read more

Despite the hourly and daily angst of the fan base, Brad Underwood and the #illini staff fairly quickly scratched the -ić for a talented, old roster capable of a B1G run thanks to a Balkan bounty and solid retention.My column ⤵️https://t.co/LnBrOc9T4H— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 29, 2025 ... Read more

Those two-plays seem to set up decently for Illinois with a whole new coaching staff and roster at Maryland. https://t.co/UdF7DEwofo— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 29, 2025 ... Read more

#illini offer 2026 Lane Tech DL and Iowa State commit Daniel HowardProfile: https://t.co/J3mpJ3GKmi https://t.co/F9AUm6gsd2— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 29, 2025 ... Read more

The Sunshine State produced just 1 first-round pick in the 2025 NFL Draft. Some thoughts on why that’s concerning, a look back at Jayden Higgins, LaJohntay Wester and others that slipped through the cracks + a toast to the Illini 🥂https://t.co/8VZOhRWoVi— Andrew Ivins (@Andrew_Ivins) April 29, 2025 ... Read more

The #illini added versatile UNC transfer K/P Lucas Osada to fill a massive specialist need. That versatility is key with upcoming roster limits."It's really been kind of crazy the way the versatility has bounced me around to figure out my true fit."https://t.co/R7DllJiDfA— Joey Wagner (@mrwagner25) April 29, 2025 ... Read more

🎙 #Illini Inquirer Podcast Ep. 983 | Andrej Stojakovic commits to Illini!@DPiper247 and I on what Stojakovic and Mihailo Petrovic bring, Ben Humrichous' likley return and the roster Brad Underwood and his staff have built🎧 &📺: https://t.co/lsCmt1n8N3 pic.twitter.com/prfJrQDPiF— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 29, 2025 ... Read more

LIVE POD: @DPiper247 and I react to Cal transfer Andrej Strojakovic signing with #illini basketball, how he fits and what we think of this rosterJoin us and weigh in ⤵️https://t.co/1hwWKlBZjp— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 29, 2025 ... Read more

🎙 #Illini Inquirer Podcast Ep. 982 | Pat Bryant drafted by Broncos; Alex Palczewski on NFL career@mrwagner25 & I on our NFL Draft experiences, Pat Bryant to Broncos, UDFA landing spots, transfer adds@PalczewskiAlex on his NFL career with #Broncos🎧: https://t.co/dEFPDO6Lo0 pic.twitter.com/DFvxW2HBKf— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 28, 2025 ... Read more

What it means: #Illini land Cal transfer Andrej Stojakovic READ: https://t.co/8T3LFlevE9 pic.twitter.com/aSEtuVaclE— Derek Piper (@DPiper247) April 28, 2025 ... Read more

OFFICIAL: Andrej Stojakovic has signed with #illini "Andrej is a veteran, proven scorer who does it in all three facets: catch and shoot, off the dribble, and post ups," Brad Underwood said.Underwood's full statement ⤵️https://t.co/tNOcFe9iId— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 28, 2025 ... Read more

COMMIT: #illini land four-star Cal transfer wing Andrej Stojakovic, a top-40 transfer this offseason, a former McDonald’s All-American and a proven scorer with NBA lineageWhy it matters & how he fits: https://t.co/tNOcFe9iId pic.twitter.com/RVGf3A9QHg— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 28, 2025 ... Read more

My seven thoughts entering the week:🔸 Why #NFLDraft is my favorite event to cover🔸 Stealthy Mihailo Petrovic add could make loud impact🔸 #illini's improved passing game development🔸 Spring transfer window assessment🔸 Chicago Bears draft thoughtshttps://t.co/8rzMdAuU4U— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 28, 2025 ... Read more

Three #illini have inked UDFA deals and two more have been invited to rookie minicamps.A rundown: https://t.co/dq7KHmh0Ok— Joey Wagner (@mrwagner25) April 28, 2025 ... Read more

Carter Hewitt (@carter_hewitt11) took a heck of a road to the #illini, from not playing football until his senior year of high school (and why he decided to play) to UNI to the Big Ten."I couldn't have ever imagined something like this."On his path: https://t.co/GCU1oljW9x— Joey Wagner (@mrwagner25) April 27, ... Read more

#illini Mike Small on losing the Big Ten Championship to UCLA by one stroke after back-nine struggles Sunday: "We didn't handle the adversity and the stress that comes with trying to win and hold the lead in these conditions." More fresh quotes ⤵️ 247sports.com/college/illino ... Read more

NEWS: North Carolina transfer K/P Lucas Osada signs with #illini, @247SportsPortal has learnedWhy it matters & how he fits (and why I think this is a sneakily very valuable addition) ⤵️https://t.co/EhCVhbbEPD— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 27, 2025 ... Read more

#illini add a needed specialist. https://t.co/Mpmdbq5lRu— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 27, 2025 ... Read more

Headed to the @Eagles camp pic.twitter.com/Jkj1kF4HL0— Illinois Football (@IlliniFootball) April 27, 2025 ... Read more

#Illini men's golf falls one stroke short of Big Ten Championship after Sunday struggles lead to UCLA's winWhy it matters & what it means ⤵️https://t.co/nxnQTNIF2a— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 27, 2025 ... Read more

Headed to the @Raiders pic.twitter.com/Swa7g7RT36— Illinois Football (@IlliniFootball) April 27, 2025 ... Read more

Birdwell's 12-foot putt misses left. UCLA wins the Big Ten Championships by one stroke over the #illini.Birdwell and Voois were great today. Illini needed more from Buchanan and Herendeen.First time since 2008 that Illinois has gone two straight years without a Big Ten title.— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 27, 2025 ... Read more

#illini Jake Birdwell has a birdie opportunity. Not an easy one, but he has an opportunity.— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 27, 2025 ... Read more

Herendeen's long putt misses but saves par, so Birdwell will need to birdie 18 for #illini to have a chance at the title.— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 27, 2025 ... Read more

#illini freshman Jake Birdwell keeps Illinois alive with a big birdie on 17. Herendeen attempting a birdie on 18 right now.— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 27, 2025 ... Read more

UCLA (+2) is in the clubhouse and has taken the lead over #illini (+3), who are really struggling on the back nine on a blustery day. Three possible scorers still on the course for Illinois. ... Read more

#illini and UCLA in a tight race down the stretch. pic.twitter.com/y5Nggvapjz— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 27, 2025 ... Read more

NEWS: Northern Iowa transfer DL Carter Hewitt signs with #Illini, @247SportsPortal has learned Why it matters & what it means ⤵️ 247sports.com/college/illino ... Read more

🚨 PROGRAMMING ALERT 🚨 Tune in now on @BigTenNetwork for live coverage of the final round of the Big Ten Championship from Baltimore Country Club! pic.twitter.com/9YnYtD94pL— Illinois Men’s Golf (@IlliniMGolf) April 27, 2025 ... Read more

#illini freshman Jake Birdwell had three straight finishes outside the top-50 to start the spring. But he's peaking at the right time.The Minnesota native won his first college event last week and is now in third place with 12 holes left to go at the B1G Championships. pic.twitter.com/W2JbT78UQM— Jeremy Werner ... Read more

#illini golf starts the final round of the Big Ten Championships in a very strong position with sophomore Max Herendeen and freshman Jake Birdwell among the top-5 on the individual leaderboard. pic.twitter.com/rg14HaPnHc— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 27, 2025 ... Read more

#illini had one player selected this weekend but have the potential to set a program record for most 7-round draft picks in 2026. "[NFL scouts] literally say, 'You guys are loaded next year.'" Breaking down the Illini's top 2026 #NFLDraft prospects ⤵️ 247sports.com/college/illino ... Read more

Freshmen Jake Birdwell and Trey Marrion combined to card 5-under in Round 2, lifting the Orange and Blue to a six-shot lead heading into Sunday's finale at the 2025 B1G Championship. 🔗: https://t.co/LpTIaZ8eyV pic.twitter.com/Jj1t9sgW7D— Illinois Men’s Golf (@IlliniMGolf) April 27, 2025 ... Read more

Four straight #illini nose tackles under Terrance Jamison have signed NFL undrafted free agent deals: Roderick Perry, Calvin Avery, Denzel Daxon and TeRah Edwards. https://t.co/2BisaZeSph— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 27, 2025 ... Read more

NEWS: Idaho transfer OL Nathan Knapik signs with #Illini, giving Illinois another pair of brothers on the 2025 rosterWhy it matters & how he fits ⤵️https://t.co/xCQK7ly5cW— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 26, 2025 ... Read more

On a flight, but #illini just added more offensive line depth, adding Nathan Knapik, younger brother of Ayden Knapik, who transferred to Illinois during the winter. https://t.co/dsO831ejBR— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 26, 2025 ... Read more

Pat Bryant achieved a dream on Friday night, but it was a dream earned thanks to his work ethic, drive and loyalty."I want to be one of the greats," Bryant told @IlliniOn247.Behind the scenes on #illini wideout's #NFLDraft moment ⤵️https://t.co/yoOnCFw0uR— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 26, 2025 ... Read more

Caught up with #illini Pat Bryant, his parents, Bret Bielema and Justin Stepp. Heck of a story. Will have it @IlliniOn247 sometime tomorrow.— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 26, 2025 ... Read more

#illini WR coach Justin Stepp and head coach Bret Bielema embrace Pat Bryant after was drafted pic.twitter.com/JfbGxvQuN8— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 26, 2025 ... Read more

WATCH: #Illini WR Pat Bryant hears his name called, getting drafted by the Denver Broncos No. 74 overall (third round) in the 2025 #NFLDraft pic.twitter.com/8KL2p8egjp— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 26, 2025 ... Read more

NEWS: Denver Broncos select #Illini WR Pat Bryant in third round of 2025 NFL Drafthttps://t.co/5WbhpJOuDJ— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 26, 2025 ... Read more

#illini head coach Bret Bielema and wide receivers coach Just Stepp have arrived at Pat Bryant’s draft party. pic.twitter.com/hUJZ2PD4t9— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 25, 2025 ... Read more

Here in Florida for #illini WR Pat Bryant’s #NFLDraft party.He will hear his name called this weekend, but when? There’s some hope it is tonight. pic.twitter.com/Ebsej8lVgq— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 25, 2025 ... Read more

Limestone University transfer TE Terik Mulder visited #illini https://t.co/FglfLEClJO— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 25, 2025 ... Read more

Six takeaways from #illini football's spring ball wrap-up press conferences from Bret Bielema, Barry Lunney Jr. and Aaron Henry https://t.co/5Yx2N1Qyky— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 25, 2025 ... Read more

Round 1 leader at Baltimore Country Club! Max Herendeen tied his career-low and matched former Illini Dylan Meyer's Big Ten Championship record for an opening round with a bogey-free 63 (-7)! Illini, at 10-under 270, in the clubhouse leading by seven as a team! ... Read more

#illini offer three-star 2027 Omaha QB Braylen WarrenProfile: https://t.co/aUMIqvaUD4 https://t.co/mWzcnPLs9x— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 25, 2025 ... Read more

Kerby Joseph was an unknown when Bret Bielema & Aaron Henry arrived at Illinois. Now, the former #illini is the highest-paid safety in NFL history, which caused a celebration at Smith Center. "To see him walking and living that now is a thing of beauty." 247sports.com/college/illino ... Read more

Bret Bielema's concern that #illini QB Luke Altmyer would leave for another team this season?"Zero. Point. Zero," Bielema said.The Illini think QB1 has more in store in his final season in Champaign, giving them high hopes this fall.https://t.co/aRvKUDygvg— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 24, 2025 ... Read more

#illini offer three-star 2027 Utah QB Kamden Lopati Profile: 247sports.com/player/kamden- ... Read more

WATCH: #illini coach Bret Bielema discusses the NFL Draft, spring ball, the transfer portal and more.https://t.co/Nv1MHBJqzu— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 24, 2025 ... Read more

WATCH: #illini offensive coordinator Barry Lunney Jr. recaps Illinois football spring practice, growth of the quarterbacks, the wide receiver competition, the running back room after Josh McCray's departure and offensive line depth.https://t.co/KBgULK3McG— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 24, 2025 ... Read more

#illini Bret Bielema said he had "0.0" concerns Luke Altmyer would leave before another school because of the person he is. More of a concern about the NFL.Only questions he had about the statuses of Barry Lunney Jr. and Art Sitkowski and plans at WR and OL.— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) ... Read more

#illini Bret Bielema: Aaron Henry screaming "Show me the money!" in his office is how he found about Kerby Joseph's contract extension. "I sent him a collective ICON text telling him we were open for business." ... Read more

#illini Bret Bielema: Got NFL grades on six draftable guys who are coming back to the 2025 team. ... Read more

#illini Bret Bielema on QB Luke Altmyer: What Luke brings to the table as a quarterback is very rewarding. He's seeing things and anticipating things.The respect he has on this locker room and the team is very high. He's a pro-style QB with an NFL type of mentality.— Jeremy Werner ... Read more

#illini Bret Bielema said he just got some good news in the recruiting world before he arrived. Suggested one of his tweets may be coming. ... Read more

#illini Bret Bielema: Don't think players entering the portal is done yet. Been up front in daily conversations with players. Has conducted 110 interviews during the last three days. 100 of them went really well, but a couple of them are always difficult for us or them. ... Read more

#illini Bret Bielema: James White will be presenting a pick on stage. Bielema asked him to wear an Illinois sweater but he's not sure he can convince the former Wisconsin star to do that in Green Bay. ... Read more

#illini Bret Bielema: Since the Combine, have received a lot of calls about Pat Bryant, similar to Tip Reiman. Don't know where he'll go but excited about his future.Think we have a guys that could be fringe draft or high priority free agents.— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 24, 2025 ... Read more

Asked #illini DC Aaron Henry about the ability to use chess pieces like Jojo Hayden, Kenenna Odeluga and Daniel Brown, and he said "without giving up too much" that all will be used to maximize their skill sets from Week One.Allows them to be more multiple and dynamic.— Jeremy Werner ... Read more

#illini DC Aaron Henry: FaceTimed Kerby Joseph after news of his record-breaking extension broke."The greatest gift you can have is belief in yourself." Joseph believed it even when he was playing WR the year before they got here."I'm super excited for the young man."— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 24, 2025 ... Read more

#illini DC Aaron Henry: I really liked our DL depth. All our guys up front got better. Did things from a schematic approach that showed their skill level and ability. We had guys really jump out and came out of spring healthy.Mentions James Thompson, Curt Neal, Tomiwa Durojaiye— Jeremy Werner ... Read more

#illini DC Aaron Henry said he has a row of NFL jerseys when you enter his office: Kerby Joseph, Sydney Brown, Devon Witherspoon, Tony Adams and Quan Martin.Quite a flex.— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 24, 2025 ... Read more

#illini DC Aaron Henry: FaceTimed Kerby Joseph after news of his record-breaking extension broke."The greatest gift you can have is belief in yourself." Joseph believed it even when he was playing WR the year before they got here."I'm super excited fro the young man."— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 24, 2025 ... Read more

#illini OC Barry Lunney Jr.: QB Trey Petty at his best in 11-on-11. He likes to compete. "Thrilled to have gotten" Carson Boyd and signed him. He made a lot of plays this spring without having full comprehension of the offense,— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 24, 2025 ... Read more

#illini OC Barry Lunney Jr. on QB Luke Altmyer: Think he would think this has worked out for both parties. He's an extremely strong leader right now and confident. "We're excited to have him for Year Three."— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 24, 2025 ... Read more

#illini OC Barry Lunney Jr. on RB Josh McCray's departure: We have three guys on the roster that impacted games in a strong way. WE had four. Now, we have three. Aaron Ball really flashed for us in the spring."We feel good about that room."— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 24, ... Read more

#illini OC Barry Lunney Jr. on adding depth on OL in portal: "It takes a village" at that position. "We're always chasing" having four guards and four tackles ready so that they're ready at a moment's notice.— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 24, 2025 ... Read more

#illini OC Barry Lunney Jr.: Pleased with the depth at WR. Different guy made a play every day. This is the deepest WR corps we've had since I've been here."At the end of the day, I really like that group" and more guys will make an impact in that group ... Read more