University of Illinois Fighting Illini Men's Football
Recent News About University of Illinois Fighting Illini Men's Football
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Illinois kicker David Olano earns second straight Big Ten special teams honor
Illinois kicker David Olano has been named the Big Ten Special Teams Player of the Week for the second consecutive week, according to an announcement from the conference office on Monday.
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Bret Bielema named to Bear Bryant Coach of the Year watch list
Illinois head football coach Bret Bielema has been named to the American Heart Association's Paul "Bear" Bryant Coach of the Year watch list, according to an announcement from the award committee.
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Illinois falls short against top-ranked Ohio State despite strong offensive effort
No. 17 Illinois lost to No. 1 Ohio State, 34-16, before a sellout crowd at Gies Memorial Stadium on Saturday afternoon.
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Illinois partners with FOX for record-setting Big Noon Kickoff giveaways
Illinois will host what is being described as the largest giveaway event in the history of FOX's Big Noon Kickoff pregame show.
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Illinois prepares to host top-ranked Ohio State for sold-out Illibuck rivalry game
#17 Illinois will host #1 Ohio State at Gies Memorial Stadium in Champaign on Saturday, October 11, with kickoff scheduled for 11 a.m. CT.
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Illinois football rises to No.17; set to host No.1 Ohio State with FOX coverage
After a 43-27 victory over Purdue, the University of Illinois football team has moved up to number 17 in both the AP Top 25 and the US LBM Coaches Poll.
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Illinois defeats Purdue behind strong performances from Altmyer and Beatty
No. 22 Illinois secured a 43-27 victory over Purdue at Ross-Ade Stadium on Saturday, marking the team's first back-to-back wins in the Cannon rivalry since 2001-02.
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Altmyer and Olano earn Big Ten weekly honors after win over USC
Illinois quarterback Luke Altmyer and kicker David Olano have been recognized as the Big Ten Offensive Player of the Week and Special Teams Player of the Week, respectively.
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Illinois to host Ohio State for Illibuck rivalry game on October 11
Illinois will host Ohio State in a college football game at Gies Memorial Stadium on Saturday, October 11.
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Illinois prepares to defend The Cannon trophy against Purdue
Illinois will travel to West Lafayette, Indiana, to face Purdue on Saturday, October 4 at Ross-Ade Stadium.
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Howard Griffith named honorary captain for Illinois vs. USC football game
Illinois football has announced that Howard Griffith, a former standout running back for the team, will serve as honorary captain when the #23 Illinois Fighting Illini face #21 USC on Saturday.
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Former Illini football players see action across NFL teams in Week 3
Several former University of Illinois Fighting Illini football players participated in the third week of the 2025 NFL season, representing various teams across the league.
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Illinois offensive lineman Josh Gesky named semifinalist for Campbell Trophy
Illinois offensive lineman Josh Gesky has been named a semifinalist for the 2025 William V. Campbell Trophy, according to an announcement from the National Football Foundation & College Hall of Fame (NFF) on Wednesday.
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Illinois football rises to #22 after win over USC, prepares for Purdue matchup
Illinois football has advanced to #22 in the AP Top 25 rankings after defeating #21 USC with a score of 34-32.
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Illinois to host USC in sold-out homecoming football game
#23 Illinois will face #21 USC in a college football game on Saturday, September 27, at Gies Memorial Stadium in Champaign, Illinois.
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Keelan Crimmins named to Ray Guy Award Ray's 8 after strong performance
Illinois senior punter Keelan Crimmins has been named to the Ray Guy Award Ray's 8 list for Week 3 of the 2025 college football season, according to an announcement from the award organization on Monday.
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Illini alumni contribute across NFL teams during week 2 of 2025 season
Several former University of Illinois football players contributed to their respective teams during Week 2 of the 2025 NFL season.
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Illinois-Purdue football game set for Oct. 4 morning kickoff
Illinois' upcoming football game against Purdue is scheduled for Saturday, October 4, with kickoff set for 11 a.m. Central Time.
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Larry Gies named honorary captain after record donation to Illinois Athletics
University of Illinois alumnus Larry Gies will serve as honorary captain for the Illinois football team during its game against Western Michigan on Saturday.
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Former Illinois football players see significant roles across NFL rosters in Week 1
Several former University of Illinois Fighting Illini football players participated in the first week of the 2025 NFL season, with many seeing significant playing time and contributing to their teams.