University of Illinois Fighting Illini Men's Football
Recent News About University of Illinois Fighting Illini Men's Football
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Illinois football welcomes seven transfers ahead of Memorial Stadium centennial
The Illinois football program, under the guidance of head coach Bret Bielema, has added seven new players from the transfer portal. These athletes have joined the campus and will participate in the team's spring practices.
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Illinois appoints Byron Bell and Artur Sitkowski as graduate assistants
NFL veteran Byron Bell and former Fighting Illini quarterback Artur Sitkowski have been appointed as graduate assistants on offense for the 2024 season at Illinois. Head coach Bret Bielema made the announcement, highlighting Bell's transition from New Mexico to Illinois, while Sitkowski continues his role after serving as a student assistant last year.
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Clint Sintim joins Illinois football as outside linebackers coach
Clint Sintim has been appointed as the outside linebackers coach for the University of Illinois, as announced by head coach Bret Bielema. His contract is awaiting approval from the University of Illinois Board of Trustees at their March meeting.
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Illini athletes make strong showing at NFL Combine
Six players from the University of Illinois participated in the 2024 NFL Combine held in Indianapolis. This marks a record number of Fighting Illini invited to the event. The players showcased their skills and physical attributes across various drills.
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Illinois offers concessions discounts for football season ticket holders in centennial celebration
Illini football season ticket holders are set to benefit from a concessions discount at Memorial Stadium in 2024. Those who purchase or renew their tickets by April 1 will receive a 10% discount on concessions during home games, while I FUND members will enjoy an additional 5% off, totaling a 15% savings.
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Illini student football tickets go on sale March 4
Student season tickets for the 2024 Illini football season will be available for purchase starting Monday, March 4, at 9 a.m. CT. Interest among students remains high after a decade-high sales record was set last season.
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Nick Allegretti sets new record with third Super Bowl win
Nick Allegretti, a former player for the Illinois Fighting Illini, has achieved his third Super Bowl victory in just five years of his NFL career. Allegretti's team, the Kansas City Chiefs, triumphed over the San Francisco 49ers with a score of 25-22 in overtime during Super Bowl LVIII held in Las Vegas.
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Illinois football announces spring game set for April 20
The Illinois football team is preparing for its annual Orange and Blue Spring Game, scheduled for Saturday, April 20, at Memorial Stadium. The event will commence at 1 p.m. CT and will be broadcast on the Big Ten Network.
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Archie McDaniel appointed as new linebackers coach for Illinois
Archie McDaniel has been appointed as the linebackers coach for Illinois, according to head coach Bret Bielema. The appointment is subject to approval by the University of Illinois Board of Trustees in their March meeting.
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Illinois names Justin Stepp as new wide receivers coach
Justin Stepp has been appointed as the wide receivers coach for the University of Illinois football team, as announced by head coach Bret Bielema.
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Illinois sets record with six players invited to NFL Combine
Six University of Illinois football players are set to participate in the upcoming NFL Combine, which will take place at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis from February 26 to March 4. The athletes, Isaiah Adams, Jer'Zhan Newton, Julian Pearl, Keith Randolph Jr., Tip Reiman, and Isaiah Williams, will showcase their skills in front of scouts and representatives from all 32 NFL teams. This event will be broadcast on the NFL Network.