Nick Martinelli shows up when it matters: Takeaways from Northwestern's overtime thrilling win vs. Illinois
Here are our takeaways from the first game in the season series between Northwestern and Illinois.
University of Illinois assistant football coach dies at 62
Dana Dimel, a University of Illinois assistant football coach whose career spanned 35 years, died at the age of 62 on Tuesday, the team announced.
How learned respect for a rival helped Illinois win The Hat for the 3rd time in 4 years
Illinois that respect. To get that respect, however, they had to learn how to respect one opponent that had their number. That opponent was Northwestern.
Quick takes from Illinois vs. Northwestern football in the battle for the Land of Lincoln Trophy
Here are some takeaways from the Battle for the Hat, as Illinois and Northwestern played for the Land of Lincoln Trophy at Wrigley Field.
Jakucionis scores 21, Ivisic has double-double as Illinois beats Little Rock 92-34
Freshman Kasparas Jakucionis hit three 3-pointers and scored 21 points — both season highs — and Tomislav Ivisic had his third double-double of the season to help Illinois beat Little Rock 92-34 Monday night.
No. 24 Illinois stuns Rutgers on Bryant's 40-yard TD reception with 4 seconds left
The great finish keeps the Illini in line for its first nine-win season since 2007 and a prestigious bowl game this season.
Nelson scores 23 to lead No. 8 Alabama past No. 25 Illinois, 100-87
Grant Nelson scored 23 points and Aden Holloway had 18 to lead No. 8 Alabama to a 100-87 win over No. 25 Illinois on Wednesday night in a matchup of Elite Eight teams from last season at Legacy Arena.
Josh McCray runs for three TDs to lead Illinois to a 38-16 win over slumping Michigan State
Two road wins would give the Illini a final 9-3 record and an opportunity to play in a major bowl game.
Minnesota rallies to defeat No. 24 Illinois 25-17 for the Golden Gophers' 4th straight win
The Illini are no longer perfect at home this season and coach Bret Bielema is no longer perfect vs. Minnesota in his coaching career.
Gabriel has 3 TD passes and leads No. 1 Oregon to a 38-9 rout of No. 20 Illinois
Illinois got dinged up in the loss. Afterward, Illini head coach Bret Bielema said he didn't believe any of the injuries were serious.
What to know about the local college basketball teams ahead of the 2024-2025 season
Here's what to know about the local college basketball teams before the 2024-2025 season, including Notre Dame, DePaul, Loyola, Illinois and Northwestern.
COLUMN: In celebrating Illini football history, no one deserved a win over Michigan more than Bret Bielema
Of all the celebrations and jubilee that spilled over onto the field as the clock hit zero and went into the night in Champaign, no one deserved the moment more than the Illini head coach.
Don't call it a comeback for the Illini defense: Quick takes from No. 22 Illinois vs. No. 24 Michigan
Here are some quick takes from Saturday's top-25 showdown in Champaign, where a stout Illinois defense shined.
'A house of brick': New documentary honors 100 years of Memorial Stadium’s legacy
Illini fans and alumni have plenty to celebrate this week. Not only is the football team 5-1, but this weekend marks the 100th anniversary of its home, Memorial Stadium in Champaign.
No. 23 Illinois outlasts Purdue 50-49 in overtime on sack on 2-point conversion
Illinois’ David Alano made a 38-yard field goal as time expired to tie it at 43 after Purdue rallied to take the lead for the first time.
Luke Altmyer throws 4 TD passes, leads No. 24 Illinois to 31-24 OT win over No. 22 Nebraska
The Illini converted four more times in the red zone and are now 16 for 16 when their offense reaches the opponent's 20.
College Football Week 3 takeaways: NIU wins on its bye week, Illini's next step, Notre Dame's redemption
Here are our takeaways from the third week of college football, where Notre Dame might have earned some redemption but Northern Illinois kept winning all the same.
Pat Bryant catches 2 TDs, Ethan Moczulski kicks a school-record field goal as Illinois beats CMU
Illinois coach Bret Bielema said the win wasn't pretty despite the lopsided score.
Illinois football 2024 season preview: what you need to know about the Illini
Here's what you need to know about the Illini ahead of the 2024 season.
Big Ten Media Days preview: Year 2 of David Braun, Illini's defense among Day 1 storylines
With 18 teams now gracing its standings, the Big Ten expanded this year's event from two days to three, beginning on July 23. Here's a preview of the first day, including Northwestern and Illinois.