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The Daily Illini
The independent student newspaper at the University of Illinois since 1871

The Daily Illini
The independent student newspaper at the University of Illinois since 1871

The Daily Illini
The independent student newspaper at the University of Illinois since 1871

The Daily Illini
Quarterback Brandon Peters looks to pass the ball during the game against Maryland Sept. 19. Sports columnist Carson Gourdie belives that if Peters uses his legs he can lead Illinois to their second bowl game in three seasons.

Column | Peters’ legs can lead Illinois football to bowl game

By Carson Gourdie, Staff Writer • October 28, 2021
Column | Sorry, Coach Bielema, but I’m betting on the jockey

Column | Sorry, Coach Bielema, but I’m betting on the jockey

By Carson Gourdie, Staff Writer • October 21, 2021
Quarterback Artur Sitkowski attempts to throw the ball during the game against Wisconsin on Oct. 9 during Homecoming Weekend. Illini football continues to struggle with their offensive line.

Column | Offensive struggles continue into Big Ten play for Illini football

By Will Payne, Assistant Sports Editor • October 15, 2021
Bret Bielema stands on the sidelines during a football game against Charlotte on Oct. 2. Bielema has great facilities to use to improve the team as he sees he has a long road ahead of him.

Column | Six wins is a low bar because Illini football is already in that area

By Carson Gourdie, Staff Writer • October 14, 2021
Coach Bret Bielema smiles as he talks to the news about the result of Oct. 2 football game against Charlotte. Columnist Carson Gourdie shares his thoughts on the outcome of this Saturdays football game.

Column | Credibility of Bielema, Illinois football will skyrocket with win over Wisconsin

By Carson Gourdie, Staff Writer • October 7, 2021
Bret Bielema shouts from the sideline during Illinois game against Maryland on Friday. Despite a slew of recent ugly losses, there is still reason for optimism this season in Champaign.

Column | Where does Illinois go from here?

By Jackson Janes, Sports Editor • September 18, 2021
Bret Bielema walks onto the field during the footballs game against UTSA on Sept. 4. Illinoiss football team works on getting into a groove to play with this season.

Column | Why can’t Illinois replicate Indiana’s blueprint?

By Carson Gourdie, Sttaff Writer • September 16, 2021
Devon Witherspoon attempts to push a UTSA receiver out of bounds during the game against the University of Texas at San Antonio on Sept. 4. Witherspoon and the Illini secondary struggled against a high-powered Virginia offense on Saturday.

Column | Same old, same old: Defensive discipline, depth remain critical issues under Bielema

By Jackson Janes, Sports Editor • September 11, 2021
Luke Ford (82) runs a route during the game against Nebraska on Aug. 28 at Memorial Stadium. Jackson argues that tight ends need to continue being a priority for Bielema and the Illini after they were underutilized under Lovie Smith.

Column | Tight ends provide spark in first two games after being underutilized under Lovie Smith

By Jackson Janes, Sports Editor • September 5, 2021
Kofi Cockburn is introduced during pregame lineup announcements against Wisconsin on Feb. 6. With Cockburns return, Illini fans should hope their team can make it into the second weekend of the NCAA tournament for the first time since 2005, Simberg writes.

Column | Kofi Cockburn announced his return. Now what?

By Brandon Simberg, Staff Writer • July 21, 2021
Kofi Cockburn dunks during a game against Nebraska Feb. 25. Kofi Cockburn has a choice to make on whether he wants to stay at Illinois for another season or go to the NBA.

Column | Dear Kofi: Illinois will get you to the NBA

By Carson Gourdie, Staff Writer • July 4, 2021
Junior Kofi Cockburn jumps to shoot a basket against a player from Loyola Chicago during the second round of the NCAA Tournament March 21. Illinois needs a top performing athlete to continue the basketball programs relevance.

Column | Illini need big man for conference relevance

By Carson Gourdie, Staff Writer • June 1, 2021
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