The numbers put together by ESPN's Bill Connelly tell a positive story for Bret Bielema's 2025 Illinois team. Are they correct? Check back in late November. If Illinois is on its way to the Big Ten ...

Imagine if Mike Thomas had been allowed to help pick his successor as Illinois athletic director. Or Lovie Smith had a say in who followed him as Illinois football coach. Would they have recommended ...

It's early, but Illinois' class ranks No. 6 nationally and includes two blue-chippers among the eight commitments.

Coach Bret Bielema's Illinois Fighting Illini finished fifth in the Big Ten last season with a 6-3 conference record, ...

Illinois head coach Bret Bielema, center, celebrates with defensive backs Tyler Strain (20) and Matthew Bailey (7) after ...

Thompson knew Illinois would be the right fit for his new football home after a conversation with coach Bret Bielema ...

After Illinois’ best season under head coach Bret Bielema, fans will be excited to hear Joe Klatt’s bold prediction regarding ...

The college football world readily acknowledges how the Illinois Fighting Illini surprised the nation. Now, can Bret Bielema live up to the hype in 2025? Or will they fade away into Big Ten obscurity?

Marcello isn't sure the Badgers' schedule is manageable enough to find six wins, much less compete with some of the ...