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Film review: Position grades & five stars from #Illini's 35-13 win over Rutgers Lots of high grades following the Illini's most complete performance. Breaking it down with plenty of video clips ⤵️ 🔗:

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Another trade: Browns are sending DE Joe Tryon-Shoyinka and a seventh-round pick to the Chicago Bears in exchange for a sixth-round pick, per sources. Chicago lost DE Dayo Odeyingbo to a season-ending Achilles injury on Sunday, and now trade for a potential replacement two days

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Andrej Stojakovic? Again a game time decision for Friday's game against FGCU. The #Illini are off today, which might help him to be at his best come the end of the week.

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An ankle injury sidelined @IlliniMBB's Brandon Lee for Monday's season opener, and the freshman guard isn't expected to play Friday against FGCU. Beat writer @srrichey has a full injury update on the #Illini: https://t.co/pSh1YNDU8v

Illinois Football's $80M Home

Behind-the-scenes look at Big Ten facility

Deep into the bag of tricks for the Illini touchdown.

Illinois' redzone trickery strikes early against Rutgers

After suffering its first losing streak of the season, Illinois (6-3, 3-3) got back on track with a 35-13 win over Rutgers (4-5, 1-5). Senior quarterback Luke Altmyer and the offense wasted no time in making their mark, scoring on a 99-yard drive in their first possession.

Altmyer, Illinois run roughshod over Rutgers, into bowl eligibility

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Bowl eligible Illini bounce back in win over Rutgers

Three bad losses doesn't change that fact.

Bret Bielema can put Illinois in rarified air this season

After an unsuccessful trip to the Pacific Northwest, Illinois (5-3, 2-3) finds itself in a rut. The Illini have lost two games in a row and have almost certainly fallen out of playoff contention. Being below .500 in conference play seems particularly bad after the high expectations entering the season.

Season's not over: Illinois back home after rough loss

We encountered a wide variety of cuisines throughout our travels while covering Illinois football for The Daily Illini. Some stood out as stars, while others couldn't find their way off the bench. Here are our food reviews from different press boxes across the country. Duke: Chicken and waffles It's only fitting that Duke served a...

Eats of the beat: Best and worst press box food from this season

The sky is the limit for Illinois' big man.

Tomislav Ivisic's potential impact for the 2025-26 Illini

Four more games remain for Illinois.

'Getting better daily': What lies ahead for Illinois down the stretch

Need this one back at home.

How to Watch Illinois vs. Rutgers: Game Time, TV Channel, Online Streaming and Odds

How the country's top signal-callers stack up after Week 9 ➡️

Two Illinois freshman to miss 2025-26 season with injuries

A big blow preseason.

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Fresh QB Grades 🔠

Illinois (5-3, 2-3) saw its playoff hopes slip right out of its fingers against Washington (6-2, 3-2). What started as a back-and-forth matchup ended as a blowout in favor of the Huskies. With the 42-25 loss, the Illini's chances at the College Football Playoff are all but over.

Illini's playoff hopes trampled by Huskies

Loss to Washington pushes Illinois out of CFP conversation

Too far out of reach.

Illinois' defense gets exposed in Seattle.

Third down defense dooms Illini in loss to Washington

Illinois (5-3, 2-3) saw its playoff hopes slip right out of its fingers against Washington (6-2, 3-2). What started as a back-and-forth matchup ended as a blowout in favor of the Huskies. With the 42- 25 loss, the Illini's chances at the College Football Playoff are all but over.

Illini's playoff hopes trampled by Huskies

Illinois has a season-defining game looming in the distance.

'We're trying to go 1-0 every week': Illinois faces tough environment in Seattle

A big challenge in the PNW.

How to Watch Illinois at Washington: Game Time, TV Channel, Online Streaming and Odds

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The Chicago Bears (4-2) are currently on a four-game win streak after taking down the New Orleans Saints (1-6). The streak is tied for the league's longest this year and is the Bears' longest since 2018. After the first six games, there have been discussions about whether the Bears should start experimenting with their tight...

Column: how Bears can get most out of Kmet, Loveland

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Kickoff time announced for Illinois' game vs. Rutgers

Illinutgers!

The new guys look like they have potential.

Illinois' star-studded freshmen showcased potential in exhibition

Illinois re-enters AP poll after bye week

Back in the rankings.

How Illinois can still make the College Football Playoff

Is it still possible?

These guys can make a difference starting next week.

Three Illini who can break out after the bye

The Chicago Bears (3-2) got revenge on the Washington Commanders Monday night. Going into the game, the play that derailed Chicago's season last year was on loop. Poetically, the game came down to the last second. Thanks to kicker Jake Moody, the Bears scored the game-winning field goal for their third win in a row.

Column: how Bears can be No. 1 seed by November

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Biggest Letdowns of 2025 😞

Clemson, more huge disappointments after seven weeks ➡️

The Illini still have plenty of time to gain ground in the Big Ten.

Illinois football is still right where it should be

The true freshman sounds really good.

Keaton Wagler's rise and two other key Illinois storylines

Making the case for Indiana head coach to stay put ➡️

Illinois football reaches longest sellout streak since 2008

Another sellout on tap.

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Why Cignetti Should Avoid Penn St. 🙅‍♂️

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Fresh QB Grades 🔠

How the nation's top signal-callers fared in Week 7 ➡️

For the first time in Champaign this year, it felt like football season. The weather was perfect as a sold-out crowd packed Gies Memorial Stadium. The No. 17 Illini (5-2, 2-2) spoiled the day with a flat performance in their 34-16 loss against the No. 1 Ohio State Buckeyes (6-0, 3-0).

Illinois falls flat in loss to Ohio State

The Illini weren't able to bring down No. 1.

Illinois falls flat, loses to Ohio State

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Illinois scores first redzone touchdown against Ohio State defense in 2025

OSU-Illinois Gets Chippy 🗣️

Jeremiah Smith and Juice Clarke start shoving match in 3Q

OSU Tops Illinois 34-16 😮‍💨

Sayin, Donaldson each grab 2 TDs in Big Ten win 📲

Crafty Illinois TD 😮‍💨

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Of course, Hank Beatty was involved on this creative @IlliniFootball TD 😲 📺: FOX

OSU Fans' Michigan Signs 😅

Even in Illinois Ohio State fans had to remind everyone what they think of Michigan

As the Illini (5-1, 2-1) prepare to play the No. 1 Ohio State Buckeyes (5-0, 2-0), fans have been ready since before the sun came up. Big Noon Kickoff returns to Champaign for the second time in three weeks, and fans are excited. Sean Denker, senior at Illinois, said he wanted to get there early...

Big Noon's kickoff: fans talk game, event

Previewing Ohio State vs. Illinois 🔮

Buckeyes can't take road matchup lightly

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ILLINOIS SURVIVES VS. USC 😮‍💨

41-yd game-winning FG helps Fighting Illini recover from late fumble 🎥

A Snapshot: The world in which the Illini last beat the Buckeyes

It was a different time.

For the first time in nearly two decades, No. 17 Illinois (5-1, 2-1) will host the best team in the country, No. 1 Ohio State (5-0, 2-0). The Illini have faced the No. 1 team just three times this century. Last year, Illinois lost badly to Oregon, which was ranked No.

Goliath comes to town

The senior has been awesome.

Luke Altmyer and the stellar senior season

The Illini look to shock the world.

How to Watch Illinois vs. Ohio State: Game Time, TV Channel, Online Streaming and Odds

A tall task awaits with the No. 1 team coming to town.

'We got good players too': How the Illini secondary matches up with the Buckeyes

Their stats are really impressive.

Luke Altmyer and Hank Beatty: How good are they?

Junior kicker David Olano followed up his walk-off field goal against USC (4-1, 2-1) with another award-winning performance. Olano's perfect nine-for-nine day against the Purdue Boilermakers (2-3, 0-2) earned him the Big Ten Special Teams Player of the Week honor for the second-straight week. Olano's leg accounted for 19 of the Illini's (5-1, 2-1) 43...

Olano's perfect game earns him second-straight Player of the Week honor

Can the Illini make some history?

Here's how Illinois has fared historically vs. No. 1 teams

Climbing the ranks at just the right time.

Illinois inches up in latest AP Poll

Illinois opens as big underdog against No. 1 Ohio State

Money on the Illini?

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'Work ethic eliminates fear': Luke Altmyer with career day to keep cannon

Notable preseason contenders unable to make the cut after Saturday

CFB Top 25 Rankings After Week 6

The cannon stays in Champaign!

High flying offense propels Illinois over Purdue

For the first time since 2002, No. 22 Illinois (5-1, 2-1) has taken the Cannon in back-to-back meetings with Purdue (2-3, 0-2). The Illini left no doubt about who the better team was, besting the Boilermakers 43-27. It was all offense for the Illini. They had over 500 total yards for the second game in...

No. 22 Illinois rolls over Purdue

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After winning a competitive game against the Las Vegas Raiders, the Chicago Bears (2-2) enter their bye week with an even record. Led by new head coach Ben Johnson and former No. 1 overall pick quarterback Caleb Williams, the Bears had high expectations this season. As of right now, Chicago has fallen short of those...

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A big honor for a big-time performance.

Illinois' Altmyer wins Hornung Award Player of the Week

Saturday's thrilling win breathed new life back into this season.

Illinois' walk-off win brought good vibes back to Champaign

After beating USC (4-1, 2-1), No. 22 Illinois (4-1, 1-1) has seen some changes. Illinois' secondary got healthier, but its receiver room lost a valuable piece. This gives new players a chance to shine. Here's who could be up next for the Illini in their battle against the Boilermakers (2-2, 0-1).

Who's up next for Illinois?

How the nation's best signal-callers stack up after Week 5 📲

Grading Top QBs 🔠

Illini stars earn Big Ten honors after USC win

No argument here.

The BNK crew back to Champaign?

Illinois gets Big Noon Kickoff treatment again

Hi! I'm Sam Rink, and I am a sophomore studying journalism and minoring in critical film production and gender & women's studies. I started working at Illini Media Company in Fall 2023 as a staff photographer for the Illio, and I became the Senior Photographer for both the Illio and The Daily Illini in Spring 2024.

Gallery | A look back at Homecoming weekend 2025

Illinois (4-1, 1-1) senior quarterback Luke Altmyer's unique statline against USC (4-1, 2-1) this weekend earned him Big Ten Offensive Player of the Week. Altmyer threw for two touchdowns, rushed for one and caught one on a pass from senior wide receiver Hank Beatty. The quarterback set season highs in passing yards (328) and rushing...

Altmyer named Big Ten Offensive Player of the Week

After junior kicker David Olano's walk-off field goal against USC (4-1, 2-1), the Illinois (4-1, 1-1) kicker was awarded Big Ten Special Teams Player of the Week honors. His 41-yard field goal sealed the 34-32 victory for the Illini. "He just doesn't miss in those moments," said head coach Bret Bielema.

Olano's big kick earns Big Ten honors

Illinois move up in AP poll after beating USC

Moving up.

The highly touted recruit is no longer an Illini.

WR Malik Elzy leaves Illinois program

Major shakeup in top 10 compared to last week

Top 25 Rankings After Week 5

No. 23 Illinois' (4-1, 1-1) 34-32 homecoming win over No. 21 USC (4-1, 2-1) was brought on by some big plays. There was junior Kaden Feagin's 64-yard touchdown rush mid-way through the third, made possible by the 6-foot-3, 255 lb running back's footwork to stay in-bounds.

Olano punctuates Homecoming game with walk-off field goal

Illinois narrowly snuck past USC on Saturday.

No. 23 Illinois upsets No. 21 USC with euphoric game-winning field goal drive

64-yard score for the Illini running back.

Illinois' Kaden Feagin makes up for goal line fumble, rips off big touchdown

Illinois QB's TD Trifecta 👏

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FEAGIN CAN FLY ⚡️ He takes it all the way to the house for @IlliniFootball 🟠🏠

Illinois Philly Special 🪄

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The Philly Special‼️ QB Luke Altmyer catches the TD on this sweet @IlliniFootball trick play 👀 📺: FOX

CHAOS in USC-Illinois 😱

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ILLINOIS FUMBLES AT THE GOAL LINE AND USC RECOVERS 😱 😱 GUS JOHNSON CAN’T BELIEVE IT 🗣️ (via @CFBONFOX) https://t.co/Ck3I9NY2Fs

Adding to the Lead 💪

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Too easy for Luke Altmyer and Justin Bowick 🤝 @IlliniFootball extends the lead once again

Snatched Away 😮‍💨

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THAT"S PICKED OFF @IlliniFootball's defense takes it right back 🔒🟠

Altmyer Puts Illinois 🆙

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No. 23 @IlliniFootball is on the board first 💥 Luke Altmyer keeps it to open the scoring vs. No. 21 USC. 📺: FOX

Illinois D Takes It 💪

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The ball is out and @IlliniFootball comes up with it! 😤

One song can inspire this program right now.

For a LEGENDary homecoming, Illini football must go back to The Roots

"Just gotta eat this s- sandwich and keep moving," said senior linebacker Dylan Rosiek. There were no minced words after No. 23 Illinois (3-1, 0-1) was dismantled in Bloomington, 63-10. It was a bad loss, but the team is focused on moving past it and preparing for No. 21 USC (4-0, 2-0).

Illinois back home to face USC

Are we supposed to feel bad?

USC's Lincoln Riley complains about early kickoff at Illinois

USC HC puzzled by 11am kickoff in Illinois after night game at home

Lincoln Riley on Scheduling 🤨

Illinois vs. Indiana Game Prediction 🤔

How this Big Ten matchup may shake out