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The independent student newspaper at the University of Illinois since 1871

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Junior defensive back Devon Witherspoon (31) celebrates with sophomore defensive lineman JerZhan Newton during game against Wyoming.

‘I can’t wait to do more’: Illinois defense propels offense to win, marks first at Camp Randall since 2002

By Jonathan Alday, Assistant Sports Editor • October 1, 2022
Senior offensive lineman Alex Pihlstrom (75) and junior offensive lineman Isaiah Adams (78) celebrate junior running back Chase Browns touchdown during the Wyoming game on Aug. 27.

Homecoming for Bielema, hopeful revenge for the Illini

By Ben Fader, Staff Writer • October 1, 2022
Senior quarterback Tommy DeVito goes to throw the ball during the game against Wyoming on Aug. 27.

Badgers beat writer, DI sports staff preview Illinois football’s match against Wisconsin

By Carson Gourdie, Sports Video Editor • September 30, 2022

Improved passing game gives Illinois hope against Wisconsin

By Carson Gourdie, Sports Video Editor • September 23, 2022
Sophomore linebacker Seth Coleman hits the Chattanooga quarterback in the pocket. The Illinois defense dominated their opponent throughout the night.

Illinois defense dominates again, shuts out Chattanooga to close out non-conference play

By Ben Fader, Staff Writer • September 22, 2022
Senior defensive back Tailon Leitzsey attempts to run past a Wyoming opponent during the game on Saturday.

Illinois aims to finish nonconference play undefeated

By Jonathan Alday, Assistant Sports Editor • September 22, 2022
Sophomore offensive linebacker Seth Coleman (49) and senior defensive back Sydney Brown takes down a Wyoming opponent on Aug. 27.

Positives, Negatives: The State of Illinois Football ahead of Week 4

By Ben Fader, Staff Writer • September 19, 2022
Illinois football head coach Bret Bielema celebrates the teams victory against Wyoming with freshman offensive lineman Hunter Whitenack on Aug. 27.

Illinois football to reset, recover after blowout against Virginia

By Ben Fader, Staff Writer • September 19, 2022

Three and out: Illinois avenges last season’s loss with stellar defensive performance over Virginia

By Carson Gourdie, Sports Video Editor • September 11, 2022
‘Something I’ll never forget’: Illinois dances on Virginia, exacts revenge on Cavaliers for 2021 fourth-quarter antics

‘Something I’ll never forget’: Illinois dances on Virginia, exacts revenge on Cavaliers for 2021 fourth-quarter antics

By Jonathan Alday, Assistant Sports Editor • September 11, 2022
Sophomore wide receiver Isaiah Williams stiff arms Virginia defender to ground. Illinois dominated Virginia in blowout fashion, 24-3.

Illinois dominates Virginia 24-3 in revenge game, remains undefeated at home

By Conor Blount, Staff Writer • September 10, 2022
Running back Chase Brown catches the ball while heading towards the end zone during the game against Wyoming on Aug. 27. Mike Barber of the Richmond Times-Dispatch shares his predictions and inputs for the upcoming match this Saturday on the latest Daily Illini Sports Podcast.

Daily Illini Sports Podcast predicts Illinois football success alongside Virginia beat writer

By Carson Gourdie and Josh Pietsch • September 9, 2022
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