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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
Illinois linebacker Jake Hansen tries to tackle a Northwestern player in the rivalry matchup on Saturday afternoon. The Illini lost to the Wildcats 28-10.

Illinois gets handled in 28-10 loss at Northwestern

By Gabby Hajduk, Sports Editor • December 12, 2020
Junior Luke Ford reaches for a pass during the game against Iowa on Saturday.

Illinois travels to Northwestern, looks to regain Land of Lincoln trophy

By Josh Pietsch, Staff Writer • December 11, 2020
Illinois Khalan Tolson tackles Iowa quarterback Spencer Petras during the game between the two teams. Tolson has signed with the Carolina Panthers as an undrafted free agent.

Northwestern has what Illinois needs to become contender

By Carson Gourdie, Assistant Sports Editor • December 10, 2020
Illinois head coach Lovie Smith poses with quarterback Brandon Peters during Senior Night before the game against Iowa on Saturday.

Lovie Smith looks to send seniors, first recruitment class out with a bang

By Josh Pietsch, Staff Writer • December 8, 2020
The Illinois football team takes the field at Memorial Stadium before the game against Iowa on Saturday.

Column: Illini continue to fail in breakthrough opportunities

By Gabby Hajduk, Sports Editor • December 7, 2020
Penn State's Will Levis (7) picks up yardage on the ground during the second quarter against Rutgers at SHI Stadium in Piscataway, New Jersey on Saturday,

Big Ten Week 7 recap: COVID-19 outbreaks cancel two games, Northwestern wins Big Ten West

By Jackson Janes, Assistant Sports Editor • December 6, 2020
The Illinois offensive line prepares to hike the ball during the game against Iowa on Saturday. The Illini lost the game 35-21.

Notes, player grades: Underperformance continues for Illini

By Brendyn Jones, Assistant On-Air Editor • December 5, 2020
Roderick Perry and Owen Carney Jr. get pressure on Iowa's quarterback Spencer Petras in Illinois' game against Iowa on Saturday. The Illini lost to the Hawkeyes 35-21.

Illinois loses momentum, falls to Iowa 35-21 on Senior Night

By Carson Gourdie, Assistant Sports Editor • December 5, 2020
Defensive back Tony Adams runs the ball during the game against Nebraska on Nov. 21.

Illinois closes out 2020 regular season home schedule against No. 19 Iowa

By Josh Pietsch, Staff Writer • December 4, 2020
Quarterback Brandon Peters prepares to throw a pass during the game against Iowa on Nov. 23, 2019.

Illini look to knock off Iowa, jump-start program

By Carson Gourdie, Assistant Sports Editor • December 4, 2020
Kicker Chase McLaughlin (5) celebrates with his teammate offensive tackle Braden Smith (72) after making a 50-yard field goal on Dec. 8, 2019 at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa, Florida. McLaughlin recently signed with the Jacksonville Jaguars to replace their injured kicker.

NFL update: Two former Illini on COVID-19 list, former kicker added to Jaguars roster

By Jackson Janes, Assistant Sports Editor • December 1, 2020
Sophomore Tarique Barnes looks forward as he stands on the line of scrimmage during the game against Wisconsin on Oct. 23. The Illini lost 45-7.

Illini adapt to injuries, COVID-19 setbacks

By Josh Pietsch, Staff Writer • December 1, 2020
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