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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
Isaiah Williams (1) high fives Blake Jeresaty (55) during the game against Nebraska at Memorial Stadium on Saturday. Williams and Deuce Spann both made position changes from quarterback to receiver this offseason and had immediate impacts against the Cornhuskers in the 30-22 Illini win.

‘It felt like home’: Williams, Spann make immediate impacts after switching from quarterback to receiver

By Jackson Janes, Sports Editor • August 29, 2021
Senior Tony Adams chases after a Nebraska Cornhuskers Aug. 28. Senior Tony Adams was one of the strongest defensemen playing.

Bielema’s defense proves to be breath of fresh air against Nebraska

By Will Payne, Assistant Sports Editor • August 28, 2021
Illinois quarterback Artur Sitkowski celebrates after the game against Nebraska at Memorial Stadium on Saturday. Sitkowski was not expected to play, though he got significant game time during the final three quarters following an upper-body injury to Brandon Peters.

Notes, player grades: Sun shines bright in Champaign as Illini win first game under Bielema

By Josh Pietsch, Assistant On-Air Editor • August 28, 2021
Senior defensive back Tony Adams holds back Nebraska wide receiver Samori Toure during the game at Memorial Stadium Saturday afternoon. The Illini came out on top with a 30-22 win against Nebraska.

Illinois uses second-half momentum to take down Nebraska in season opener

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • August 28, 2021
Coach Bret Bielema talks to the Illini football team during Training Camp on Aug. 7. The team is set to start their season against Nebraska at Memorial Stadium on Saturday afternoon.

Illinois to open new season, era against Nebraska

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • August 27, 2021
Offensive linebacker Verdis Brown looks to tackle his opponent during the game against Nebraska Sept. 21. Illini defense gear up to compete against Nebraska on Saturday at Memorial Stadium with their lead Quarterback Adrian Martinez.

Illini defense looks to contain Cornhusker quarterback Adrian Martinez

By Will Payne, Assistant Sports Editor • August 26, 2021
Punter Blake Hayes goes to celebrate with his teammates during training camp Aug. 6. Coach Bielema inherits a strong veteran which will help in the upcoming season.

‘The Lads’ special teams preview: Bielema inherits strong, veteran unit

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • August 21, 2021
Running back Mike Epstein flies through the air while clutching a football in a game against Minnesota. Epstein is returning for his fifth season with the Illini.

Epstein returns for another season in backfield with Illini

By Will Payne, Assistant Sports Editor • August 20, 2021
Senior Owen Carney tries to intercept a throw from Iowa on Dec. 5. The team is prepping for the season ahead with new coach Bret Bielema.

Experienced Illini defenders look to impress during 2021 season

By Will Payne, Assistant Sports Editor • August 18, 2021
Illinois linebacker Jake Hansen practices during day 2 of training camp Aug. 6. Coach Bret Bielema hopes to better the defensive unit before the start of the season.

Illinois defense overview: Bielema looks to turn around struggling unit

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • August 17, 2021
Quarterback Brandon Peters practices at training camp Aug. 6. Illinois football coach Bret Bielema keeps a retained roster for the upcoming season.

Illinois offense overview: Bielema opens season with mostly retained roster

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • August 12, 2021
Bret Bielema talks to reporters during Big Ten Media Days at Lucas Oil Stadium on Thursday. Bielema says he has changed a lot since coaching Wisconsin 15 years ago.

Bielema aims to avoid replicating Badger blueprint in Champaign

By Carson Gourdie, Staff Writer • July 24, 2021
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