University of Illinois Fighting Illini Men's Football
Recent News About University of Illinois Fighting Illini Men's Football
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J.C. Davis earns spot on Outland Trophy preseason watch list
Illinois offensive lineman J.C. Davis has been named to the preseason watch list for the 2025 Outland Trophy, according to an announcement by the Football Writers Association of America (FWAA) on Tuesday.
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Illinois quarterback Luke Altmyer named to Maxwell Award preseason watch list
Illinois quarterback Luke Altmyer has been selected to the preseason watch list for the 89th Maxwell Award, as announced by the Maxwell Football Club on Monday.
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Bret Bielema launches second annual backpack and school supply drive
Illinois head football coach Bret Bielema, along with his family and the Illinois football team, has launched the second annual FamILLy First Backpack and School Supply Drive.
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Fighting Illini announces themed events lineup for home football games in upcoming season
Fighting Illini Athletics has released the promotional schedule for the 2025 football season, with several themed events and special offers planned for fans attending games at Memorial Stadium in Champaign.
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Illinois’ Jacas and Scott selected to Bronko Nagurski Trophy preseason watch list
Two University of Illinois football players, Gabe Jacas and Xavier Scott, have been named to the 2025 Bronko Nagurski Trophy preseason watch list.
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University of Illinois hosts FamILLy Movie Night with Fighting Illini
Illinois Athletics will host FamILLy Movie Night, sponsored by Busey Bank, at Memorial Stadium on Saturday, August 9.
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Illini football single-game tickets available soon
Single-game tickets for the 2025 Fighting Illini football season will be available to the general public starting Thursday, July 24 at 12 p.m. CT.
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Altmyer and Jacas receive Big Ten preseason recognition
Illinois seniors Luke Altmyer and Gabe Jacas have been recognized on the Big Ten's Preseason Honors list.
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Illinois football set for Day 1 of Big Ten Media Days
The Illinois football program is set to participate in the Big Ten Media Days in Las Vegas.
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Odeluga and Bielema nominated for Allstate AFCA Good Works Team
University of Illinois senior linebacker Kenenna Odeluga and head football coach Bret Bielema have been nominated for the 2025 Allstate AFCA Good Works Team.
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Fighting Illini football announces single-game ticket sales dates
Single-game tickets for the 2025 Fighting Illini football season will be available to I FUND members starting Monday, July 21, and to the general public on Thursday, July 24 at 12 p.m. CT.
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Free Busey Bank FamILLy Movie Night returns on August 9
Illinois Athletics has announced the return of Busey Movie Night at Memorial Stadium, in partnership with Busey Bank.
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Bret Bielema named to Dodd Trophy preseason watch list
Illinois head coach Bret Bielema has been named to the Dodd Trophy Preseason Watch List, as announced by the Bobby Dodd Coach of the Year Foundation and Peach Bowl, Inc. This list includes 26 top college football coaches from across the nation,...
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Bret Bielema launches ticket-matching initiative for Military Appreciation Day
Illinois head football coach Bret Bielema and his family have initiated a program to honor military personnel during Military Appreciation Day at Memorial Stadium.
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Illinois athletes prepare for Big Ten Media Days in Las Vegas
Senior Fighting Illini football players Luke Altmyer, J.C. Davis, and Xavier Scott are set to represent Illinois at the Big Ten Media Days in Las Vegas.
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University of Illinois announces multi-phase plan for Memorial Stadium upgrades
The University of Illinois has announced a series of upgrades to Memorial Stadium, aimed at enhancing the experience for fans attending Fighting Illini football games.
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University of Illinois announces Hall of Fame class for athletics
The University of Illinois Division of Intercollegiate Athletics has announced the induction of 11 new members into the UI Athletics Hall of Fame.
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Brandon Henderson to throw first pitch at St. Louis Cardinals Illini Night
Illinois offensive lineman Brandon Henderson is set to throw the first pitch at the St. Louis Cardinals Illini Night on Wednesday, June 25.
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Bret Bielema to lead seventh-inning stretch at Wrigley Field on June 17
Illinois head football coach Bret Bielema will lead the Chicago Cubs' seventh-inning stretch at Wrigley Field on June 17.
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Hand-painted Illinois Rededication Game helmets available for order
Hand-painted replicas of the Illinois Rededication Game helmets, used in the 2024 victory over Michigan, are now available for purchase.