And so does Bret Bielema. That’s why it’s a big deal Wednesday night when the Illini got a commute from 2026 prospect Tony ...

Tanner Heckel stared down Michigan’s Semaj Morgan on a punt return last October, and the Illini sophomore may have an even ...

Bret Bielema's ability to retain key players amid transfer chaos strengthens the Illini, with 18 of 22 starters returning for another promising season.

Illinois head football coach Bret Bielema hosted several high school recruits for their official visits.This included two ...

Illinois head coach Bret Bielema continues strengthening the program ... His top schools include Oregon, Michigan, Penn State, and Illinois. Illinois’ offensive coordinator Barry Lunney ...

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Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema is a prime example of this type of behavior, someone who often resorts to trolling on the X platform. Bielema decided to take a shot at Michigan ...

Illinois coach Bret Bielema and the rest of his staff must ... he has narrowed his college list to 10 schools, with Oregon, Michigan, Penn State and others joining Illinois in pursuit.

Drew Allar will take center stage in 2024 while a pair of freshmen are poised to take over at Ohio State and Michigan.

Linebacker Tony Williams and defensive back Almirian Thomas, 2026 recruits from Florida, have committed to Illinois ...