en-us SportSpyder - The Latest Illinois Fighting Illini Football News https://sportspyder.com/cf/illinois-fighting-illini-football/news Star Illini defensive back Matthew Bailey has been named to the preseason watch list for the 2026 Chuck Bednarik Award, the Maxwell Football Club announced Friday. Bailey is one of 91 players under consideration for the award, which goes to the best defensive player in college football. He is also one of 19 Big Ten […] Sat, 22 Aug 2026 01:54:58 GMT Nate Miller https://sportspyder.com/cf/illinois-fighting-illini-football/articles/57664088 https://sportspyder.com/cf/illinois-fighting-illini-football/articles/57664088 false false The IlliniGuys Sports Spectacular is back for Season 6, and it’s loaded! ️ In this episode, we break down Illinois football as the season opener approaches and dive into the buzz around the new 5-on-5 eligibility rule—plus what it could mean for Illinois roster moves. We also cover: Bret Bielema’s updates + recruiting storylines with big names and NBA-level talent A major men’s […] Sat, 22 Aug 2026 00:17:22 GMT mikeilliniguys-com https://sportspyder.com/cf/illinois-fighting-illini-football/articles/57663408 https://sportspyder.com/cf/illinois-fighting-illini-football/articles/57663408 false false A two-year mission to his parents' native country made Illinois left guard Maika Matelau even more focused and more driven on the football field. Fri, 21 Aug 2026 20:44:21 GMT Jeremy Werner https://sportspyder.com/cf/illinois-fighting-illini-football/articles/57661315 https://sportspyder.com/cf/illinois-fighting-illini-football/articles/57661315 true false Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube. Fri, 21 Aug 2026 18:44:45 GMT Fighting Illini at OrangeandBlueNews (On3.com) https://sportspyder.com/cf/illinois-fighting-illini-football/articles/57659869 https://sportspyder.com/cf/illinois-fighting-illini-football/articles/57659869 false false Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube. Fri, 21 Aug 2026 18:44:29 GMT Fighting Illini at OrangeandBlueNews (On3.com) https://sportspyder.com/cf/illinois-fighting-illini-football/articles/57659866 https://sportspyder.com/cf/illinois-fighting-illini-football/articles/57659866 false false Illinois defensive line coach Jordan Thomas discusses the second scrimmage and training camp. Fri, 21 Aug 2026 18:43:02 GMT Illini Inquirer: Illinois on 247Sports https://sportspyder.com/cf/illinois-fighting-illini-football/articles/57659838 https://sportspyder.com/cf/illinois-fighting-illini-football/articles/57659838 false false Illinois offensive line coach Bart Miller discusses training camp, the tackles and younger players. Fri, 21 Aug 2026 18:42:44 GMT Illini Inquirer: Illinois on 247Sports https://sportspyder.com/cf/illinois-fighting-illini-football/articles/57659835 https://sportspyder.com/cf/illinois-fighting-illini-football/articles/57659835 false false Watch the latest Illini Inquirer Podcast: https://youtu.be/9W9Tfi5aRF4 Fri, 21 Aug 2026 17:16:30 GMT Illini Inquirer: Illinois on 247Sports https://sportspyder.com/cf/illinois-fighting-illini-football/articles/57658786 https://sportspyder.com/cf/illinois-fighting-illini-football/articles/57658786 false false Buckle up, folks, because there has been yet another development in the case for Class of 2022 athletes and their eligibility for the 2026-2027 athletic year. T Fri, 21 Aug 2026 17:15:36 GMT Ericka Brockish https://sportspyder.com/cf/illinois-fighting-illini-football/articles/57658775 https://sportspyder.com/cf/illinois-fighting-illini-football/articles/57658775 false false The program officially announced its 2026-27 nonconference slate on Friday. Fri, 21 Aug 2026 17:15:24 GMT Kyle Tausk https://sportspyder.com/cf/illinois-fighting-illini-football/articles/57658771 https://sportspyder.com/cf/illinois-fighting-illini-football/articles/57658771 false false Former Gibson City-Melvin-Sibley standout turned Illinois captain has been molded by his time in Champaign Fri, 21 Aug 2026 15:04:23 GMT SCOTT RICHEY srichey@news-gazette.com https://sportspyder.com/cf/illinois-fighting-illini-football/articles/57657026 https://sportspyder.com/cf/illinois-fighting-illini-football/articles/57657026 false false Perennial power Parkland volleyball opens season today. ... Gordon set to start for Rockies tonight. ... A number of former Illini will suit up in NFL preseason games this weekend. ... Catching up with St. Joseph-Ogden standout offensive lineman and… Fri, 21 Aug 2026 15:04:16 GMT MATT DANIELS mdaniels@news-gazette.com https://sportspyder.com/cf/illinois-fighting-illini-football/articles/57657024 https://sportspyder.com/cf/illinois-fighting-illini-football/articles/57657024 false false Comeback Award started in 2018 Fri, 21 Aug 2026 15:04:10 GMT BOB ASMUSSEN asmussen@news-gazette.com https://sportspyder.com/cf/illinois-fighting-illini-football/articles/57657023 https://sportspyder.com/cf/illinois-fighting-illini-football/articles/57657023 false false The IlliniGuys Sports Spectacular is back for Season 6, and it’s loaded! ️ In this episode, we break down Illinois football as the season opener approaches and dive into the buzz around the new 5-on-5 eligibility rule—plus what it could mean for Illinois roster moves. We also cover: Bret Bielema’s updates + recruiting storylines with big names and NBA-level talent A major men’s […] Fri, 21 Aug 2026 14:02:09 GMT mikeilliniguys-com https://sportspyder.com/cf/illinois-fighting-illini-football/articles/57656315 https://sportspyder.com/cf/illinois-fighting-illini-football/articles/57656315 false false