Think your kid will go pro? Here's what the numbers say: Telander

Rick Telander, a contributing sports columnist for FOX Chicago, argues that the long odds of pro sports success make chasing balance, education and real-world opportunities a smarter bet.

Why the Big Ten could enter a Golden Era for NFL Draft quarterbacks

In the 2026 NFL Draft, the Big Ten had three or more signal-callers drafted for only the fourth time in the last 22 years. Here's why the 2027 NFL Draft could be better for the Big Ten.

Jeremiyah Love was a rare top-5 RB. The Notre Dame star wants to prove he's worth it

Jeremiyah Love is expected to be somewhat of a superhero for the Cardinals after they drafted the Notre Dame star No. 3 overall. The Irish product is out to prove he's worth the billing.

Northwestern basketball: How the Wildcats look after massive transfer additions and departures

The early April weeks were harrowing for Northwestern basketball. However, the ‘Cats have reshaped their roster with a veteran look. Here's how NU looks after a wave of transfer portal additions.

Illinois basketball: Illini to return majority of its core, agent says

A handful of Illini basketball players who were critical to the team's Final Four run this season will return for the 2025-2026 season.

Illinois basketball: The latest on the Illini offseason, and what could come next

Here’s the latest on where Illinois basketball stands as the offseason begins, departures are coming clear and the transfer portal is coming into play.

Illini wheelchair basketball team makes Final Four run

The University of Illinois saw two basketball programs shine this season, with the men’s team and men's wheelchair team making a Final Four.

How Illinois is weathering the perspective after Final Four loss

Perspective was tough to find in the Illinois basketball locker room. It will come one day, but the Illini were stuck trying to weather the sting of defeat while not forgetting how they made history.

Final Four: How the Illini basketball defense evolved into a strength in March Madness

Illinois has arrived in its first Final Four in 21 years. The offense drives the vehicle, but defense has proven to be the oil that makes the engine work. Here's how that defense becamer a strength.

What we learned at the Final Four before Illinois basketball plays UConn

Here’s what we learned from the Final Four nearly 24 hours before the Illini played UConn for the right to play for a national title.