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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
Members of the Illinois football team tackle their Nebraskan opponents during their game Aug. 28, 2021.

‘Our guys are locked into the moment’: DeVito, defense and Brown brothers carry Illinois out of early adversity in win, first winning season since 2011

By Jonathan Alday, Assistant Sports Editor • Oct 29, 2022
Illinois gets set at the line of scrimmage before a play against Nebraska on Aug. 28, 2021.

Illinois travels to Nebraska for another Big Ten West challenge

By Ben Fader, Staff Writer • Oct 29, 2022
Wide receiver Desmond Dan Jr. prepares for a pass as Marques Buford Jr., defensive back for Nebraska, prepares to intercept during a match on Aug. 28, 2021. The Daily Illini Podcast alongside SBNation beat writer Jon Johnston discuss and predict the Illini's and Nebraska's faceoff this season happening today.

Daily Illini sports podcast previews Nebraska with SBNation beat writer

By Carson Gourdie, Sports Video Editor • Oct 29, 2022
Junior wide receiver Khmari Thompson enters on the field before kickoff against Minnesota on Saturday.

Gallery | Illinois victory to end off Homecoming Week

By Sydney Laput and Logan Hodson • Oct 18, 2022
Junior running back Chase Brown rushes past a Minnesota offensive player on Saturday.

Column | Winning is fun: The Illini now control their destiny

By Ben Fader, Staff Writer • Oct 17, 2022
Illinois defense swarms the Minnesota quarterback on Saturday during the 26-14 win.

No. 18 Illini pass Big Ten West test

By Carson Gourdie, Sports Video Editor • Oct 15, 2022
Illinois sinebacker Tarique Barnes rushes to the Minnesota quarterback during the 122nd Illinois Homecoming game on October 15, 2022.

‘Everyone’s bought into the program’: Bielema extends win streak to five, Chase Brown continues historic season, Illinois clinches bowl berth

By Jonathan Alday, Assistant Sports Editor • Oct 15, 2022
Junior quaterback Artur Sitkowski looks to pass the ball during the game against Iowa on Oct. 8.

‘We’re taking a step in the right direction’: Illinois looks to continue win streak, establish themselves as Big Ten West frontrunners

By Jonathan Alday, Assistant Sports Editor • Oct 14, 2022
The Illinois defense took down Minnesota’s offense during last season’s game on Nov. 6. The Illini will take on the Gophers for this season’s homecoming game on Saturday.

Getting to know Illinois’ Homecoming foe

By Ben Fader, Staff Writer • Oct 12, 2022
Senior tight end Luke Ford and other Illinois football players sing “Hail to the Orange” with fans as they celebrate their win against Iowa on Saturday.

Packed Memorial Stadium brings renewed energy

By Jonathan Alday, Assistant Sports Editor • Oct 11, 2022
Defensive back Kendall Smith goes into tackle Iowa tight end Luke Lachey on Saturday. The Illini took the victory against Iowa on Saturday night's game.

Three and Out: Illini claim B1G West frontrunner status

By Carson Gourdie, Sports Video Editor • Oct 9, 2022
Wide receiver Jonah Morris comes down with the catch deep in Iowa territory. Illinois outlasts Iowa in Champaign 9-6.

‘We’ve got bigger dreams’: Defensive slugfest in Memorial, Illinois outlasts Iowa in Champaign

By Jonathan Alday, Assistant Sports Editor • Oct 8, 2022
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