New Illini DE James Thompson Jr. Chose Champaign for More Than Football
Thompson knew Illinois would be the right fit for his new football home after a conversation with coach Bret Bielema ...
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Joel Klatt Drops Bold Prediction on Bret Bielema’s Illinois Team Ahead of Next Season
After Illinois’ best season under head coach Bret Bielema, fans will be excited to hear Joe Klatt’s bold prediction regarding ...
Can't Wait For Saturday | Illinois 2025 defensive pickups get noticed
In its Way-Too-Early Top 25 for the upcoming football season, Max Olson at lists the top portal addition for each of the ranked teams. Illinois made the cut, checking in at No. 13, just behind Alabama ...
Former Wisconsin defensive lineman discusses transfer to Illinois, Jim Leonhard’s role
Former Wisconsin defensive lineman James Thompson Jr. met with the media on Friday for the first time since transferring to ...
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'He'll play in the NFL': Illinois coach heaps praise on downstate football recruit after visit
Bret Bielema came away from his Saturday visit to central Illinois very impressed. The Illinois head football coach addressed the media Sunday, heaping on some high praise for the talent of the ...