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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
Kofi Cockburn high fives a fan after watching the Illinois game against Jacksonville State University on Nov. 9. Illini basketball still faces setbacks despite the end of his suspension.

Column | Even as Kofi Cockburn returns, multiple issues still stare Illini right in the face 

By Josh Pietsch, Sports On-Air Editor • November 17, 2021
Running back Chase Brown sprints with the ball during the game against Rutgers Oct. 30. Defenses' improved playing doesn't justify offenses' game plan.

Column | Defense‘s improved playing doesn’t vindicate offensive game plan

By Carson Gourdie, Staff Writer • November 11, 2021
Head coach Bret Bielema celebrates with quarterback Brandon Peters during the game against Maryland on Sept. 17. Peters has signed with the Los Angeles Chargers as undrafted free agent.

Column | Illinois-Minnesota is the next Big Ten rivalry

By Carson Gourdie, Staff Writer • November 4, 2021
Column | Women’s sports are still not adequately supported

Column | Women’s sports are still not adequately supported

By Claire O'Brien, Sports Digital Content Editor • November 4, 2021
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 Saturday's 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. Illinois's 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
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