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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

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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
Quarterback Brandon Peters runs back with the ball during the game against Rutgers Saturday. The team had a good start to the game but couldnt pull through in the end and lost the matchup 20-14.

Tale of two halves for quarterback Brandon Peters, Illini offense leads to disappointing loss against Scarlet Knights

By Will Payne, Assistant Sports Editor • November 1, 2021
Chase Brown carries the ball during Illinois 20-14 loss to Rutgers at Memorial Stadium on Saturday. The Illini never got the run game going despite a solid performance from quarterback Brandon Peters.

Rutgers likes, dislikes: Absent run game, penalties come back to bite in Illini football’s loss to Scarlet Knights

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • October 31, 2021
The Illinois offensive line huddles during the game against Rutgers at Memorial Stadium on Saturday. Penalties proved critical in the Illinis 20-14 loss.

Three second-half penalties prove costly in Illinois football’s one-possession loss to Rutgers

By Jackson Janes, Sports Editor • October 30, 2021
Illinois defensive back Jartavius Martin makes a tackle during the game against Rutgers on Saturday at Memorial Stadium. Though Brandon Peters bounced back in his return and the defense had a solid game overall, the Illinis inability to get the run game going cost them, falling 20-14 to the Scarlet Knights.

Rutgers notes, grades: Brandon Peters has best game of season in Illini football’s loss to Scarlet Knights

By Josh Pietsch, Sports On-Air Editor • October 30, 2021
Isaiah Williams shakes off a tackle en route to a 52-yard touchdown in the first half against Rutgers on Saturday. The Illini fell to the Scarlet Knights, 20-14, after getting shut out in the second half.

Illinois football struggles in second half in 20-14 loss to Rutgers

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • October 30, 2021
Wide receiver Isaiah Williams breaks through a line of Wisconsin player during the homecoming game Oct. 9. The Illini sports staff predicts the outcome of todays game against Rutgers.

The Daily Illini sports staff makes predictions ahead of Illinois football’s game against Rutgers

By The Daily Illini Sports Staff • October 30, 2021
Head football coach Bret Bielema walks onto the football field before the homecoming game against Wisconsin Oct. 9. The team hopes to continue their momentum against Rutgers this Saturday at Memorial Stadium.

Illinois football returns to Memorial Stadium, looks to continue momentum against Rutgers

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • October 29, 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
Quarterback Artur Sitkowski begins to throw the ball during the game against Penn State Saturday. Quarterback Brandon Peters is likely to replace Sitkowski after his season-ending injury.

Peters likely returns to starting role following Sitkowski’s season-ending injury

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • October 26, 2021
Art Sitkowski (9) celebrates after Illinois 30-22 win over Nebraska at Memorial Stadium on Aug. 28. Sitkowski broke his arm on Saturday against Penn State and will miss the remainder of the season.

Illinois quarterback Artur Sitkowski to miss remainder of season with broken arm

By Jackson Janes, Sports Editor • October 25, 2021
Running back Josh McCray (0) celebrates with defensive lineman Roderick Perry II the teams victory against Penn State Oct. 23. The long battle was won with strong performances from the offensive linemen and running backs.

Explosive Illini running game proves vital to Penn State upset

By Will Payne, Assistant Sports Editor • October 24, 2021
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