Tuesday's @news_gazette sports cover has @srrichey on the #Illini men's basketball roster rebuild and @Tatelines on the ever-changing world of college athletics amid the transfer portal and NIL era. Plus, @mdaniels_NG w/his latest Daily Pitch@APSE_sportmedia pic.twitter.com/Ulx6cNqQHC— IlliniHQ (@IlliniHQ) April 22, 2025 ... Read more

Which State of Illinois players could be selected in the NFL Draft which begins this Thursday? Our running list/player tracker is linked https://t.co/L4yqDkwo6r @lutherburden3 pic.twitter.com/1SSgqRRf5k— Timothy “EDGYTIM” OHalloran (@EDGYTIM) April 22, 2025 ... Read more

Dario Milivojevic 5’11” 175 Wheaton Saint Francis high school Illinois is impressive with his speed, moves and hands. Shows great ball skills at wide receiver and free safety. Precise route runner who can catch. She was great range on defense. 3.5 GPA.⁦@DarioMilivojev1⁩ ... Read more

Frank Mcmillen 6‘2“ 275 Wheaton Saint Francis high school, Illinois is a talented interior offensive lineman and defensive tackle. Powerful with quick hands and feet and shows a great first step. Dedicated and exceptionally productive. 3.5 GPA. very talented. ... Read more

Tanner Glock 6’ 185 is another versatile and very talented athlete from Wheaton Saint Francis high school Illinois. Plays wide receiver/running back/safety/corner. Good tackler, great in coverage showing quick hands and excellent range. All conference.⁦@tannerglock1⁩ ... Read more

Ryan Mullen 5’11” 190 Wheaton Saint Francis HS, Illinois is a smart very athletic wide receiver/cornerback who is very aggressive, instinctive and productive. Quick in and out of his breaks. Class of 2027. 3.0 GPA.@ryan_mullen11 pic.twitter.com/XsPKYPin9e— Tom Lemming (@LemmingReport) April 21, 2025 ... Read more

The Illini are hosting Cal wing Andrej Stojakovic for an official visit.- Scouting report- How he'd fit- Chances to land himREAD: https://t.co/53l3H49ZTa pic.twitter.com/xzmIiqS6Zp— Derek Piper (@DPiper247) April 21, 2025 ... Read more

Jordan Moore 6’3” 170 wide receiver/defensive back Wheaton Saint Francis high school Illinois will be one of the more heavily recruited 2028 prospects in the state. Great length, good speed, runs precise routes and has a wide catch radius.@Jordan ⁦@JordanJMoore11⁩ pic.twitter.com/TVGWlimlaF— Tom Lemming (@LemmingReport) April 21, 2025 ... Read more

One of the better all-around athletes and one of the more versatile ball players in the Chicago area is James McGrath 6‘1“ 195 Wheaton Saint Francis high school, Illinois. He can play running back/wide receiver/nickel/safety. A strong physical tackler.⁦@Jamesmcgrath_7⁩ pic.twitter.com/5wB8QOshB9— Tom Lemming (@LemmingReport) April 21, 2025 ... Read more

Jaylen Torres 6’ 295 Wheaton Saint Francis high school Illinois is another two a talent with big-time ability at defensive tackle and guard. Quick off the ball, very strong at the point of attack, recorded 70 pancake blacks last season. Allstate wrestler.@jaylentorres54 pic.twitter.com/1m22uCJzsO— Tom Lemming (@LemmingReport) April 21, 2025 ... Read more

Lamar Winfield 6‘2“ 245 defensive end Providence Catholic high school, Illinois is extremely explosive, violent at the point of attack, great hand placement and big-time footwork. 3.9 GPA. 285 bench. Champion wrestler. Class of 2027.⁦@LamarWinfield11⁩ pic.twitter.com/du9Xp6Zqcx— Tom Lemming (@LemmingReport) April 21, 2025 ... Read more

One of the top 2028 prospects in the Chicago area is two a tackle Ben Coleman 6‘5“ 240 Providence Catholic high school, Illinois. Great frame and a ton of potential. Dad played college ball. Should weigh 300 by the time he’s a senior. also throws the shotput in track pic.twitter.com/BKon3Y5Rfe— ... Read more

South Dakota transfer OL Jordan Larsen will take a visit to #illini later this week, he confirmed to @IlliniOn247.Why it matters & how he'd fit ⤵️https://t.co/ePMqtC2tNE— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 21, 2025 ... Read more

Anthony Santori 6’6” 290 offensive tackle Providence Catholic high school Illinois is a fast rising two way tackle with length, long arms, good footwork, excellent agility and balance. No doubt a power4 prospect. 3.0 GPA.@santori_79 pic.twitter.com/IdKdXhz10v— Tom Lemming (@LemmingReport) April 21, 2025 ... Read more

Bro Mackert 6‘2“ 205 running back/strong safety Providence Catholic high school Illinois dominates the point of attack, shows good hands, 4.6 speed and excellent footwork. Outstanding ball skills on both sides of the ball. 3.0 GPA.⁦@BrodenMackert⁩ pic.twitter.com/lwx8FBD7XS— Tom Lemming (@LemmingReport) April 21, 2025 ... Read more

Anthony Carter 6‘1“ 170 Providence Catholic high school Illinois is a very talented cornerback in the class of 2028. Excellent length, quick hands and feet and he can run. 3.7 GPA. Also has a 37 inch vertical.@carter_alc another rising star. pic.twitter.com/YxSpZprGKy— Tom Lemming (@LemmingReport) April 21, 2025 ... Read more

Another big time win on the recruiting trail for Iowa in the class of 2026. One of the more versatile lineman in the Midwest, Gene Riordan has picked the #Hawkeyes over Oklahoma, Illinois, Northwestern, Minnesota and others.https://t.co/xcR0Yru2tr pic.twitter.com/k3J2muaUgw— Eliot Clough (@EliotClough) April 21, 2025 ... Read more

One of the fastest rising quarterbacks in the Chicago area is Dominic Vita 6‘4“ 185 Providence Catholic high school Illinois class of 2028. Blessed with a strong and accurate arm, excellent footwork, reads well, big-time work ethic and smarts. 3.5 GPA.@dominicvita26 ... Read more

Curtis Stubbs 6’3” 203 wide receiver from Providence Catholic high school Illinois has good length, speed, strong hands, wide catch radius and he runs precise routes.⁦@CStubbsII⁩ 3.5 GPA. Also plays basketball. Class of 2027. Rising star. ... Read more

Collin Shedwill 6’1” 200 new Lenox Providence Catholic high school Illinois is another big-time linebacker from the class of 2027. Dominates the point of attack shows outstanding range and a physical style of play. 50 tackles and two picks in 2024. 3.3 GPA.⁦@Cshedwill23⁩ ... Read more

Blessed to announce I have committed to continue my academic and athletic career at The University of lowa!@CoachBarnett_OL @TylerBarnesIOWA @HCRedDevilFB @rymcq65 @OLMafia@Spauldingiowa @MattRiordan1972@SWiltfong_ @BlairASanderson @AllenTrieu @EDGYTIM @Hayesfawcett3 pic.twitter.com/lhYd4F6kCq— Gene Riordan (@riordan_gene) April 21, 2025 ... Read more

DJ Mccullough 6‘1“ 195 outside linebacker new Lenox Providence Catholic high school Illinois class of 2027 is a very aggressive, physical and mentally tough defender outstanding range. 3.3 GPA. 80 tackles and seven sacks in 2024.⁦@DarrellMcC8744⁩ pic.twitter.com/yrlYA7KRMe— Tom Lemming (@LemmingReport) April 21, 2025 ... Read more

Hunter Long 6’2” 220 is a 2027 linebacker/tight end from new Lennox Providence Catholic high school Illinois with good feet, dominates the point of attack, is very physical and technically sound. 3.4 GPA.@hunterlong5997 also stars in hockey and track. ... Read more

Jaylen Mcmiller 5‘11“ 170 new Lennox Providence Catholic high school Illinois is a talented DB who can play corner or safety. Very disciplined, hard-working with good speed and instincts. 2.9 GPA. Rising star in the class of 2027.⁦@JayMcmiller13⁩ ... Read more

One of the top programs in the Midwest is Saint Francis HS in Wheaton Illinois led by their outstanding HC Bob Mcmillen. perennial powerhouse once again loaded with big-time players. pic.twitter.com/PdjBUyVNi0— Tom Lemming (@LemmingReport) April 21, 2025 ... Read more

There are some big-time ball players at new Lennox Providence Catholic HS in Illinois. Lead by their very talented HC Tyler Plantz you can expect several power 4 players to come through the program over the next three years. ... Read more

Clemson forward isn't the only player in the portal without any eligibility remaining, but he is the only one to say the quiet part out loud.The only way their college careers continue is if the NCAA loses another court case. So ... see you all in 2025-26, probably. https://t.co/ldk8y4UR8v— Scott ... Read more

Thank you @GPowersScout for always showing @DentonGuyer_FB love!!!Honored, but the mission stays the same. #ChasingRings LET’S GO!!!!@ReedHeim @kylekeese @IlliniFootball @coacharchiemac @CoachEllerbrock @PTRockTraining @MalikBoynton2 #DifferentBreed #famILLy https://t.co/Adu3GI5b6e pic.twitter.com/HR3z9ywLrq— Kaedyn Cobbs (@Kaedyn43) April 21, 2025 ... Read more

So which State of Illinois players could be selected in the NFL Draft which begins this Thursday? Our running list/player tracker is linked https://t.co/L4yqDkwo6r pic.twitter.com/E4SMDz5HNl— Timothy “EDGYTIM” OHalloran (@EDGYTIM) April 21, 2025 ... Read more

South Dakota offensive lineman Jordan Larsen has scheduled visits to Duke, Illinois and Memphis, @nxtsportsagency tells @On3sports.The 6-4, 305-pound OL has 2 years of eligibility remaining. https://t.co/YK0ohzT4j9 pic.twitter.com/G3AYKBEVXc— Pete Nakos (@PeteNakos_) April 21, 2025 ... Read more

🎙 #Illini Inquirer Podcast Ep. 980 | Mike LaTulip on Andrej Stojakovic & Illini basketball offseason so far@LaTulip_Mike on Illini's retention and additions so far, plus what he thinks of the potential fits of Andrej Stojakovic and Adam Miller🎧 & 📺: https://t.co/7wEvhrn01e pic.twitter.com/rd5beE6FKd— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 21, 2025 ... Read more

Georgetown guard Jayden Epps is entering the transfer portal, per @JamieShaw5.Epps averaged 12.8 PPG for the Hoyas this season, and 18.5 PPG in 2023-24.Started his career at Illinois. pic.twitter.com/F8EK8iIAzu— College Basketball Report (@CBKReport) April 21, 2025 ... Read more

Significant #illini hoops target https://t.co/M12A4NNn6b— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 21, 2025 ... Read more

California transfer Andrej Stojakovic is headed to Illinois today for his first visit, a source tells @247Sports.https://t.co/jN5AiO1j5L— Travis Branham (@TravisBranham_) April 21, 2025 ... Read more

I will be at Rivals Camp Series this weekend in Indianapolis @AllenTrieu @GregSmithRivals @RivalsCamp pic.twitter.com/5r6lFBfWnD— Jacob Alexander (@JAlexander_88) April 21, 2025 ... Read more

This fella is implying Tennessee is tampering and contacting LUKE ALTMYER behind the scenes. #illini fans. That doesn't sound right does it? Last time I checked Luke wasn't in the portal was he? @BarryLunneyJr @BretBielema https://t.co/y7b5Ur2SLG— Ryan Evan Schroat (@200ColumnsRy) April 21, 2025 ... Read more

Coming to a draft near you pic.twitter.com/OC64IsELy4— Illinois Football (@IlliniFootball) April 21, 2025 ... Read more

Congrats to Meanstreets EYBL Alumni / @Paobcgr Guard Kendrick Nunn (@nunnbetter_ ) on being named the 2024-2025 Euro League Most Valuable Player🏆 Nunn is the @Paobcgr 2nd MVP winner, 3rd American to win the award and this year Euro League Leading Scorer Ⓜ️💨 #RespectTheStreets ... Read more

Three-star SEMO transfer OL Tyler McMillan (@75Mcmillan) explains why he committed quickly to #illini, his official visit, his relationship with Corey Parker and his opportunity with Illinois."They can really help me reach my goals," he said.https://t.co/DmTY4r8MHe— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 21, 2025 ... Read more

2026 Florida DB Javan Allison (@IAmJavanAllison) visited #illini for the first time last week."They are becoming the DB U," Allison said.Allison on Illinois & his recruitment ⤵️https://t.co/huo28Ksuin— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 21, 2025 ... Read more

All you trolls and people who think you know stuff, come at me weekly....keep doubting my info. But just remember you only making an ass out of yourself. I rarely miss on #illini football picks and the crowd who listens to coach speak 😆 🤣. I can sell you a ... Read more

Had a great time visiting @IlliniFootball! Super welcoming coaching and support staff, thanks Coaches @BretBielema and @artursitkowski4 for you time and hospitality! pic.twitter.com/6izqP864si— Treve Stoffel (@tmstoff23) April 21, 2025 ... Read more

NEWS: #illini transfer RB Josh McCray signs with Georgiahttps://t.co/qh3REfhYAO— Illini Inquirer (@IlliniOn247) April 21, 2025 ... Read more

.@james_jr56 is growing within a program of care. pic.twitter.com/0Ld3vkh6VM— Illinois Football (@IlliniFootball) April 21, 2025 ... Read more

Georgia has signed a trio of transfers-Former Army EDGE Elo Modozie - 37 QB pressures, 7 sacks, 1 force fumble last season-Former Illinois RB Josh McCray - led the team in rushing this past season-Former Miami DL Josh Horton - has 2 years of eligibility remaining pic.twitter.com/A4yV6PixqP— NCAA Transfer Portal ... Read more

#illini football notebook on:🏈 big opportunity for Ca’Lil Valentine 🏈 Alexander Capka-Jones’ consistency 🏈 Terry Hawthorne’s return🏈 New recruiting department hires. https://t.co/Z2dOEaOzh0— Joey Wagner (@mrwagner25) April 20, 2025 ... Read more

Full recap of my official visit to the University of Illinois | #famILLy #Illini https://t.co/B4khOsqX6g— Micah Champion Smith (@ChampSmith55) April 20, 2025 ... Read more

Thank you @coachPatRyan for inviting me to the Big Man Camp on the 11th! I will be attending and look forward to competing against some of the best. @peters1162 @kunz_aaron @MikePopovich @CoachGrig_NCSA @EDGYTIM @Channel1450com @DerekParris @Recruit2Illini pic.twitter.com/AvkQ0E92YW— Evan Phillips (@EvanPhillips58) April 20, 2025 ... Read more

Had an amazing day at @IlliniFootball the other day with a couple of my crusader brothers. Hoping to be back again soon! @CoachQuedenfeld @CoachCano @BrotherRiceFB @CoachBrownAK @AllenTrieu @Rivals @EDGYTIM @ChadSimmons_ pic.twitter.com/vNLtxXZpe4— Decatur Washington Jr (@Decatur_W) April 20, 2025 ... Read more

Spring ball is a wrap for #illini football. Based on limited observations but plenty of conversations with coaches, here are 10 potential stock risers 📈, who likely increased their standing in the rotation and depth chart ⤵️https://t.co/jmlsVM6zch— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 20, 2025 ... Read more

NEWS: Four-star 2026 DB Victor Singleton decommits from #illini, flips to Texas A&MWhy it matters & what it means ⤵️https://t.co/f9VuC12FvP— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 20, 2025 ... Read more

Whatever funds were just freed up should be split and added to the in-state TE offers— UIFootballRecruits (@UIFballRecruits) April 20, 2025 ... Read more

Illinois loses four-star CB to Texas A&M. https://t.co/FIX9MIq8Tr— Orange and Blue News (@IllinoisRivals) April 20, 2025 ... Read more

HOME👍 @AggieFootball @CoachMikeElko @CoachJPeterson https://t.co/PbzMqpdfxc— Victor singleton (@victorsin__) April 20, 2025 ... Read more

#illini's highest-ranked commitment in the Class of 2026 has flipped his commitment to Texas A&M. ... Read more

Not great… https://t.co/x6DJCIZPwT— UIFootballRecruits (@UIFballRecruits) April 20, 2025 ... Read more

BREAKING: Four-Star CB Victor Singleton has Flipped his Commitment from Illinois to Texas A&M, he tells me for @on3recruitsThe 6’0 165 CB from Toledo, OH had been Committed to the Fighting Illini since February No. 6 CB in the ‘26 Class (per On3)https://t.co/j2Hbts1AHw pic.twitter.com/YDWtdfPMx2— Hayes Fawcett (@Hayesfawcett3) April 20, 2025 ... Read more

Colorado has landed a commitment from former Illinois State DB Teon ParksQBs completed just 37.8% of their passes when throwing towards Parks last season. He was credited with 1 INT, 9 PBUs, & 1 forced fumble in 2024 pic.twitter.com/Tcx9js4teK— NCAA Transfer Portal (@RivalsPortal) April 19, 2025 ... Read more

15 opportunities to compete. Now we shift to the fall. ... Read more

Illini land transfer OL from Southeast Missouri State 🔶🔷Played LT so should have great positional versatility wherever BB and Co want to slot him https://t.co/72XO2N2h5m— UIFootballRecruits (@UIFballRecruits) April 19, 2025 ... Read more

Your energy is noticed! We expect you to be amped up next year: https://t.co/iLlPwXRIso pic.twitter.com/eoYJlhcX3H— Illinois Football (@IlliniFootball) April 19, 2025 ... Read more

COMMITTED 🔸🔹 pic.twitter.com/UnMMqR9M13— Tyler McMillan (@75Mcmillan) April 19, 2025 ... Read more

Commit: #Illini add much needed offensive line depth with a commitment from SEMO transfer Tyler McMillan. https://t.co/ur8mY1T2n9— Orange and Blue News (@IllinoisRivals) April 19, 2025 ... Read more

COMMIT: #illini land three-star SEMO transfer OL Tyler McMillan (@75Mcmillan), boosting depth and 2026 options with a proven Division-I offensive tackleWhy it matters & what it means: https://t.co/giExRBX7Y6 pic.twitter.com/yCt5oszJzM— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 19, 2025 ... Read more

Had a great time at @IlliniFootball practice very welcoming and energetic!! Can’t wait to get back @BretBielema @coachjstepp @scottybscout @EDGYTIM pic.twitter.com/WmdLBIcE6p— Marshaun Thornton (@Marshaun_T3) April 19, 2025 ... Read more

His mother always served as his motivation. This week, Almirian Thomas (@AlmirianThomast) fulfilled his late mother's dream, locking up a Power Four spot with a commitment to the #illini."She always used to brag on her kids," Thomas said.https://t.co/TTvV7Pz9Fh— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 19, 2025 ... Read more

Caught up with Raines High School head coach Donovan Masline to discuss new #illini LB commit Tony Williams."He's physical. He has that dog mentality that he plays with a lot of tenacity."https://t.co/rogr36ku7a— Joey Wagner (@mrwagner25) April 19, 2025 ... Read more

College athletes who generate the revenue should absolutely get a piece of the action. No question. But…being forced to grease the palms of handlers to obtain players should not be part of the process.— Orange and Blue News (@IllinoisRivals) April 19, 2025 ... Read more

Brad Underwood is still looking for "a few pieces" in the #Illini roster build."It's got to be the right fit"READ: https://t.co/Lfu4qtd3Zw pic.twitter.com/HG1tXFuTuI— Derek Piper (@DPiper247) April 18, 2025 ... Read more

Three-star 2026 Palatine (Ill.) DL Tony Balanganayi (@Tonybalanganayi) explains why he wanted to play d-line and why he committed to play defensive line for #illini under Bret Bielema and Terrance Jamison."It's just a great opportunity for me," he said.https://t.co/Cu2osknxPW— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 18, 2025 ... Read more

#illini basketball's pitch has improved under Brad Underwood, and that now includes becoming an NBA factory with Kasparas Jakucionis and Will Riley's leap to the NBA. "It's nice to be able to attract the best players in the world to our campus." 247sports.com/college/illino ... Read more

#illini OL Zach Aamland has entered the transfer portal, 247Sports has learned. What it means: https://t.co/65VpEQ4m0c— Joey Wagner (@mrwagner25) April 18, 2025 ... Read more

Caught up with Palatine head coach Corey Olson to discuss new #illini DL commit Tony Balanganayi."I don't even think we've scratched the surface of what he can become."https://t.co/U6FBjnG305— Joey Wagner (@mrwagner25) April 17, 2025 ... Read more

247Sports report: FCS tranfser DL Jaylon Stone to visit #illini Why it matters and what it means ⤵️https://t.co/6aJwzRd1n4— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 17, 2025 ... Read more

Southeast Missouri State defensive line transfer Jaylon Stone is set to visit Kentucky and Illinois, his agents tell @chris_hummer and me.The 6-foot-3, 295-pound Stone had the third-best run defense grade among FCS interior defenders last year, per PFF. pic.twitter.com/K56vmn32Kh— Matt Zenitz (@mzenitz) April 17, 2025 ... Read more

Former Illini Nick Allegretti and Future Illini 🧡 LWE-> ILL @IlliniFootball @BretBielema #FamILLy #illini pic.twitter.com/I0E9NuU92E— Jacob Alexander (@JAlexander_88) April 17, 2025 ... Read more

#illini kicker Ethan Moczulski announced he's entering the transfer portal.What it means: https://t.co/s5xLOyHyJi— Joey Wagner (@mrwagner25) April 17, 2025 ... Read more

Added a significant target to the #illini basketball transfer portal big board ⤵️https://t.co/vAqYSPZXm6— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 17, 2025 ... Read more

#illini DB Tyler Strain is entering the transfer portal, 247Sports can confirm. @PeteNakos_ was first to report.What it means: https://t.co/uqOcfpsPxc— Joey Wagner (@mrwagner25) April 17, 2025 ... Read more

NEWS: #illini great Terry Hawthorne returns to Bret Bielema's recruiting staff as director of defensive player personnel, along with two other recruiting staff hires Why it matters & what it means ⤵️ 247sports.com/college/illino ... Read more

Welcome back to Champaign, @WochNatalie!🟠 https://t.co/Izi5YFdIax pic.twitter.com/lJ68FazbAp— Illinois Football (@IlliniFootball) April 17, 2025 ... Read more

#illini add to growing personnel department ... Read more

"He's gotten it back to where it should be."College basketball analyst Robbie Hummel impressed by Brad Underwood's adaptability in leading #illini resurgence, plus his thoughts after seeing David Mirkovic live ⤵️https://t.co/186Fl5iTuz— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 17, 2025 ... Read more

WATCH: Former Purdue star and college basketball analyst Robbie Hummel discusses #illini basketball's success under Brad Underwood, David Mirkovic and the transfer portalhttps://t.co/9PBBzZNfpN— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 17, 2025 ... Read more

WATCH: Oregon coach Dana Altman discusses why he traveled to Champaign for #illini coach Brad Underwood's Kickin' Cancer event, the transfer portal and Lon Kruger's influence on himhttps://t.co/QTrPO11Gfc— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 17, 2025 ... Read more

WATCH: Northwestern coach Chris Collins discusses his return to central Illinois for Kickin' Cancer event, relationship with rival and #illini coach Brad Underwood and how Northwestern approaches the transfer portalhttps://t.co/jDF2O3u5EN— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 17, 2025 ... Read more

The #Illini have been exploring a reunion with Arizona State guard Adam Miller- Scouting report- How he'd fit- Chances to land himREAD: https://t.co/14SliauaHN pic.twitter.com/iJRNM1Aqxj— Derek Piper (@DPiper247) April 17, 2025 ... Read more

“And the Tony goes to..”The #illini land two-way, in-state lineman Tony Balanganayi, who moves incredibly well at his size. More from our film breakdown on the new Illinois commit here: https://t.co/qEvu1JzyLi https://t.co/65JB7AMoRN— Ryan Easterling (@RyanEasterling) April 17, 2025 ... Read more

COMMIT: #illini land three-star Palatine (Ill.) DL/OL Tony Balanganayi (@Tonybalanganayi), a top-25 in-state prospect who chose Illinois over several Power Four offersWhy it matters & how he fits: https://t.co/dxGA4bOFrZ pic.twitter.com/6DGC0DHVWg— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 17, 2025 ... Read more

Notebook from #illini Brad Underwood availability on:🔸Roster continuity🔸Ty Rodgers’ return🔸Ben Humrichous status🔸Zvonimir Ivisic🔸Staffhttps://t.co/kujbQFXoO1— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 17, 2025 ... Read more

WATCH: #illini coach Brad Underwood discusses the transfer portal, a core of returning players, Ty Rodgers, Ben Humrichous, two potential one-and-done draft picks and morehttps://t.co/MoeeksIfsp— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 16, 2025 ... Read more

#illini Brad Underwood was asked by @DPiper247 what he wants to still add to the roster. "A guy who can continually stretch the floor and shoot it would be a top priority." pic.twitter.com/i3zFxmhGU6— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 16, 2025 ... Read more

Asked #illini coach Brad Underwood how this portal cycle is different and how his approach to it is different."The money obvious is at an all-time high. Yet, you're still trying to find character. You're still trying to find guys that fit your system." pic.twitter.com/Mpp1c5ePFp— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 16, 2025 ... Read more

#illini coach Brad Underwood said "we'll see" on whether he'll add a new assistant coach to the staff. Kwa Jones was promoted after Tim Anderson left late in the offseason last year."We'll battle one battle at a time here as we move through the portal."— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 16, ... Read more

#illini Brad Underwood said Ty Rodgers can be "as versatile player as there is in the Big Ten" in his fourth year at Illinois.6-6, 210 pounds, can get to rim, rebound and "has a chance to be an outstanding defender."— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 16, 2025 ... Read more

#illini Brad Underwood said the conversations with transfers are more about money and the dollars have gone way up. Said more teams have money with revenue share and teams with more open rosters spots can drive up prices when they may only need one or two players.— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) ... Read more

In his chat with us, it's clear #illini Brad Underwood clearly wanted to get older this offseason. He said they want to add a combo guard and a big wing.— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 16, 2025 ... Read more

Nothing official yet on #illini Ben Hurmichous' status but Brad Underwood said he wants the senior forward back on the team. Humrichous has been working out at Ubben with Adam Fletcher.— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 16, 2025 ... Read more

#illini head coach Brad Underwood is hosting the annual Kickin’ Cancer dinner & auction for Coaches vs. Cancer tonight at Gordyville USA. Dana Altman, Chris Collins and Robbie Hummel are featured guests. pic.twitter.com/HSbAPM4WoL— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 16, 2025 ... Read more

🎙 #Illini Inquirer Podcast Ep. 979 | Josh McCray to enter transfer portal; Illini WBB adds two transfers@mrwagner25 joins me to discuss McCray transfer's impact on Illini backfield, potential transfer needs and April official visits + WBB transfer adds.https://t.co/brn4anFvx3— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 16, 2025 ... Read more

Josh McCray is the first #illini to enter the spring transfer portal.On Bielema's response and what's next in the room, which returns three scholarship players."I know a lot of people have opinions on it, but I wasn't shocked at what yesterday was."https://t.co/9zJJjyemI9— Joey Wagner (@mrwagner25) April 16, 2025 ... Read more

#illini football's remaining needs for the 2025 roster likely will depend on any more attrition it faces during the spring portal window. "I think our roster's pretty solid," Bielema said. But here are five potential needs for Illinois this spring ⤵️ 247sports.com/college/illino ... Read more

WATCH: #illini head coach Bret Bielema discusses running back Josh McCray entering the transfer portal, needs for the spring portal window and spring practices.https://t.co/HGKnNqGPJl— Joey Wagner (@mrwagner25) April 16, 2025 ... Read more

2027 Barrington WR Austin Coles (@TheAustin_Coles) has earned multiple Big Ten and SEC offers already. He checked out the in-state #illini on Monday."Real positive vibes there," Coles said.https://t.co/Jy32bbB1Xt— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 16, 2025 ... Read more

Maddie Webber knew she didn’t need to see another school after visiting the #illini last weekend and committed while in town. “I really did feel needed and appreciated while I was there.”https://t.co/VzpM1d0x3x— Joey Wagner (@mrwagner25) April 16, 2025 ... Read more

2027 Barrington WR Austin Coles visited #illini.Profile: https://t.co/arsDqozyIa https://t.co/DhLJQdW8O1— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 15, 2025 ... Read more

#illini RB Josh McCray intends to enter the transfer portal, according to @Hayesfawcett3. What it means: https://t.co/pf4E6ivYsY— Joey Wagner (@mrwagner25) April 15, 2025 ... Read more

INBOX: #illini have let go of WGYM coach Nadalie Walsh after 8 years at the helm.“We appreciate Coach Walsh’s contributions to our program and wish Nadalie and her family all the best,” Illini AD Josh Whitman said.Illini will conduct a national search.— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 15, 2025 ... Read more

#illini QB commit Michael Clayton took unofficial visit to Illinois this weekend and helped recruit some official visitors. https://t.co/IzHFDTPJCg— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 15, 2025 ... Read more

The #illini have added three commitments in the Class of 2026 amid April official visits. Who could be next? 🔮 Breaking down five prospects who are possibilities, including my latest Crystal Ball pick ⤵️ 247sports.com/college/illino ... Read more

Notebook: Bielema 'proactive' with players before spring portal window opens; Notes from last #illini spring scrimmage https://t.co/zq20X3qGcm— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 15, 2025 ... Read more

Three-star Chicago Brother Rice DL King Liggins (@King_liggins1) made his third spring trip to #illini for an official visit during the weekend."Just the vibe there, they have a lot of great things going on," Liggins said. "They're on the rise."https://t.co/kAF0ZY6C63— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 15, 2025 ... Read more

Notebook: #illini coach Bret Bielema 'proactive' with players before spring transfer portal opens🔸 Update on final spring scrimmage, health🔸 'Two back-to-back really good recruiting weekends'https://t.co/zq20X3qGcm— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 15, 2025 ... Read more

Three-star New Jersey OL Marlen Bright breaks down #illini official visit with @BrianDohn247 “I wanted to see what life what like outside of football," Bright said.https://t.co/0flQ1FW0BR— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 15, 2025 ... Read more

WATCH: #illini coach Bret Bielema discusses the last spring scrimmage, who stood out and the spring transfer portal window.https://t.co/cub1ES1VTF— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 15, 2025 ... Read more

“Kasparas had a fantastic year, and I am so impressed with how well he handled all that was thrown at him," #Illini head coach Brad Underwood saidFull statement in story below ⤵️ https://t.co/Tj2K0ZPjyS— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 14, 2025 ... Read more

“Will is one of the most gifted offensive talents I have ever coached," #Illini head coach Brad Underwood said.Full statement in story ⤵️ https://t.co/r99UfYXNZa— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 14, 2025 ... Read more

Part of #illini coach Brad Underwood’s statement on Will Riley and Kasparas Jakucionis declaring for the NBA Draft. pic.twitter.com/eE2LI1Hepa— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 14, 2025 ... Read more

Top247 New Jersey OL Kai Pritchard recaps his official visit to #illini with @BrianDohn247."These guys made me feel like I was part of their family," Pritchard said.https://t.co/DQdpShPEin— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 14, 2025 ... Read more

🎙 #Illini Inquirer Podcast Ep. 978 | Jakucionis & Riley declare for NBA Draft; Could Illini & Adam Miller reunite?@DPiper247 on the impact of Illini possibly having two one-and-dones, scouting Mirkovic & Sarr at Hoop Summit, possibility of Adam Millerhttps://t.co/TzGkFX1nJQ— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 14, 2025 ... Read more

Today has been a four-text-alert day (so far). If you aren't signed up for #illini breaking news texts, sign up here: 247sports.com/college/illino ... Read more

NEWS: #illini freshman wing Will Riley has declared for the 2025 NBA DraftWhy it matters & what it means ⤵️https://t.co/xgQe3CqfGh— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 14, 2025 ... Read more

What it means: Three-star 2026 Florida defenders Tony Williams, Almirian Thomas commit to #Illinihttps://t.co/jxzmTEJ1KM— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 14, 2025 ... Read more

It remains early and the ranking will undoubtedly change, but #illini football currently has the No. 7 recruiting class in the country.Illinois on track for its first top-30 class since 2009.COMMIT LIST: https://t.co/TsHDY5D5dn pic.twitter.com/38cQ9LcwOD— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 14, 2025 ... Read more

What a great day to be a @Football_Flyers six Flyers Will be visiting the @IlliniFootball practice tonight. Thank you Coach @BretBielema and Coach @TerryHawthorne1 for inviting our ball players 🧡💙#AllGasNoBrakes #TheChase2025— Coach Sunk (@DarrenSunkett) April 14, 2025 ... Read more

The first 4:17 of Thomas' junior tape is special teams, and I kind of dig it. But don't let that fool you, he's a ballhawk on defense, too. More on new #illini pledge Almirian Thomas in our film breakdown at @IlliniOn247: https://t.co/giWygfby2y https://t.co/N2S6EJ1P8A— Ryan Easterling (@RyanEasterling) April 14, 2025 ... Read more

New #illini LB commit Tony Williams has a bit of a throwback B1G style to his game. We watched the film and gave our impression of the new pledge and how he fits into a rapidly-improving linebacker group: https://t.co/3YIc7FvIhw https://t.co/EsdpPsD7j5— Ryan Easterling (@RyanEasterling) April 14, 2025 ... Read more

COMMIT: #illini land three-star 2026 Florida DB Almirian Thomas (@AlmirianThomast), who chose Illinois over several Big Ten rivals. A two-fer Monday morning of Florida commitments for Illini! Why it matters and how he fits: 247sports.com/college/illino ... Read more

COMMIT: #illini land three-star 2026 Florida LB Tony Williams (@3kDucie), who chose Illini over several Power Four programs.“Illinois has always been a priority from the jump,” Williams told @IlliniOn247.Why it matters & how he fits: https://t.co/mRo8Phxjy3 pic.twitter.com/1OqVLH6PVr— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 14, 2025 ... Read more

What it means: #illini WBB reloaded the backcourt over the weekend with the additions of Iowa transfer Aaliyah Guyton and Villanova transfer Maddie Webber. https://t.co/mvcWTOthhn— Joey Wagner (@mrwagner25) April 14, 2025 ... Read more

#illini football buzz from official visit weekend🔗 https://t.co/tXlxzIxo37 pic.twitter.com/r8NNjHBOBm— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 13, 2025 ... Read more

Three-star Florida DB Almirian Thomas took an official visit to #illini this weekend https://t.co/AImKNvCBRj— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 13, 2025 ... Read more

#illini hosted four-star Dunlap TE Mack Sutter for an official visit https://t.co/AdBo2zviJg— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 13, 2025 ... Read more

#illini hosted four-star Mount Zion TE JC Anderson for official visit https://t.co/9kDAMB71q7— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 13, 2025 ... Read more

#illini were first Power Four program to offer Messiah Tilson (@mini_sago11) and host him for a game. This weekend, they were the first to host him for an official visit."They set the bar pretty high," Tilson said.Tilson on Illini & what's next ⤵️https://t.co/FL0bYi4KZ9— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 13, 2025 ... Read more

Three-star Rockford Guilford DB Messiah Tilson took an official visit to #illini this weekend. https://t.co/K2nJOfzjyh— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 13, 2025 ... Read more

Added an old friend to the #illini basketball Transfer Portal Big Board ⤵️https://t.co/vAqYSPZXm6— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 13, 2025 ... Read more

#illini offer 2028 Dunlap prospect Bo Sutter... https://t.co/UrgAHk7GuI— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 13, 2025 ... Read more

Illini finish. Brian Campbell closes out his Masters debut with a final round 68. pic.twitter.com/yt9aIazlxR— Illinois Men’s Golf (@IlliniMGolf) April 13, 2025 ... Read more

Three-star Brother Rice DL King Liggins took an official visit to #illini this weekend ... Read more

April is a busy month and we're offering 50% off an annual subscription to @IlliniOn247. No better time to take advantage of the deal than now. #illini SIGN UP: https://t.co/dSbGfmZnyV pic.twitter.com/04iIcuOZPO— Joey Wagner (@mrwagner25) April 13, 2025 ... Read more

COMMIT: #illini land Villanova transfer guard Maddie Webber. She was Second Team All-Big East and averaged double figures last season.How she fits and what it means: https://t.co/B1B3wkFSm0 pic.twitter.com/KIwed4Eeo9— Joey Wagner (@mrwagner25) April 13, 2025 ... Read more

Amid several visits to Power Four programs in his home state, four-star 2027 Texas QB Weston Nielsen (@weston_nielsen) made the long trip to Champaign to visit the #illini this week."I really admire the coaching staff," Nielsen saidhttps://t.co/4VTPD0TQKN— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 13, 2025 ... Read more

#Illini recruit David Mirkovic and target Dame Sarr showed their skills for the World in Saturday's Nike Hoop SummitWhy it matters & what's next ⤵️https://t.co/rTbFe6iYxb— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 13, 2025 ... Read more

#illini commit David Mirkovic with back-to-back buckets for Team Workd at the Nike Hoop Summit in the early going.— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) April 13, 2025 ... Read more

COMMIT: #illini land Iowa transfer guard Aaliyah Guyton. The Peoria (Ill.) native was a top Illinois target out of high school and the portal. She has signed with the program. How she fits and what it means: https://t.co/1cwVNSntmh pic.twitter.com/ef9xLaas13— Joey Wagner (@mrwagner25) April 12, 2025 ... Read more