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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
Bret Bielema shouts from the sideline during Illinois' game against Maryland on Friday. Despite a slew of recent ugly losses, there is still reason for optimism this season in Champaign.

Column | Where does Illinois go from here?

By Jackson Janes, Sports Editor • Sep 18, 2021
Brandon Peters gets ready to pass the ball during Illinois' game against Maryland on Sept. 17. Peters didn't have an ideal return from injury, tossing less than 200 yards and an interception in the Illini's disappointing 20-17 loss to the Terrapins.

Maryland notes, grades: Illinois’ offense falters, defense steps up in heartbreaking home loss

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • Sep 18, 2021
Illinois linebacker Jake Hansen tries to tackle Maryland quarterback Taulia Tagovailoa during the game between the Illini and the Terrapins on Sept. 17 at Memorial Stadium.

Illinois falls to Maryland on last-second field goal, drops third straight game

By Jackson Janes, Sports Editor • Sep 17, 2021
Quarterback Art Sitkowki prepares for the snap during Illinois' game against the University of Texas at San Antonio on Sept. 4. The Daily Illini sports staff made some predictions ahead of the team's Friday night matchup against the Maryland Terrapins.

Quick picks: The Daily Illini sports staff makes predictions ahead of Maryland matchup

By The Daily Illini Sports Staff • Sep 17, 2021
Illinois players run out of the tunnel before the team's game against the University of Texas at San Antonio on Sept. 4. The Illini look to get back in the win column against the Maryland Terrapins on Friday night.

Illinois to host Maryland, looks to end losing skid

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • Sep 17, 2021
Bret Bielema walks onto the field during the footballs game against UTSA on Sept. 4. Illinois's football team works on getting into a groove to play with this season.

Column | Why can’t Illinois replicate Indiana’s blueprint?

By Carson Gourdie, Sttaff Writer • Sep 16, 2021
The Illinois defensive line prepares for a snap during the game against Nebraska on Aug. 28. Defensive consistency has been a major issue for the Illini, as they have allowed an average of over 33 points per game this season.

Defensive coaching staff looks for turnaround after early-season woes

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • Sep 15, 2021
Quarterback Artur Sitkowski hands the ball off to running back Jakari Norwood during the game against UTSA on Sept. 4. With uncertainty at the quarterback position, the Illini will need consistent production from their running backs.

Illini running backs look to carry more of offensive load

By Will Payne, Assistant Sports Editor • Sep 13, 2021
Devon Witherspoon attempts to push a UTSA receiver out of bounds during the game against the University of Texas at San Antonio on Sept. 4. Witherspoon and the Illini secondary struggled against a high-powered Virginia offense on Saturday.

Column | Same old, same old: Defensive discipline, depth remain critical issues under Bielema

By Jackson Janes, Sports Editor • Sep 11, 2021
Owen Carney gets set before a play during the game against Virginia at Scott Stadium in Charlottesville on Saturday. The Illini struggled offensively and defensively against the Cavaliers, and they have lots of things to sort out before returning to Big Ten action on Friday night.

Notes, players grades: Illini struggle on both ends of the ball in loss at Virginia

By Josh Pietsch, Assistant On-Air Editor • Sep 11, 2021
Illinois cornerback Nate Hobbs celebrates a fumble recovery and touchdown during the game against Rutgers. Hobbs will be playing his rookie season with the Las Vegas Raiders in the NFL.

Former Illinois players look to impress during the 2021 NFL season

By Will Payne, Assistant Sports Editor • Sep 11, 2021
Deuce Spann makes a touchdown catch during the game against Virginia in Charlottesville on Saturday.

Dismal defense, offensive blunders cost Illinois in blowout loss to Virginia

By Wes Hollenberg, Staff Writer • Sep 11, 2021
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