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

The independent student newspaper at the University of Illinois since 1871

The Daily Illini

Western Michigan running back Jamauri Bogan (32) gets tackled by Illinois defensive back Patrick Nelson (21) and linebacker Tre Watson (33) during the the game against Western Michigan at Memorial Stadium on Saturday, September 17, 2016. The Illini lost 34-10.

Watson announces transfer to Maryland

By Mike Gasick, Staff writer December 22, 2017
Illinois running back Kendrick Foster is tackled during the game against Nebraska at Memorial Stadium.  The Illini fell 28-6.

Foster ready for the next step

By Mike Gasick, Staff writer December 11, 2017
Illinois linebacker Tré Watson makes a tackle during the game against Michigan State at Memorial Stadium on Nov. 5, 2016. Watson is one of the five players who are transferring next season.

Five Illini announce they are transferring

By Mike Gasick, Staff writer November 30, 2017
Illinois Wide Receiver Trend Davis makes a move downfield in the Illini’s game against Minnesota on Oct. 21. The Illini lost 24-17.

Davis is ready for added minutes

By Mike Gasick, Staff Writer November 16, 2017
Louis Dorsey, tight end for the fighting Illini, makes a one-handed catch at the game against Ball State. The Fighting Illini won 24-21.

Nickerson set to return to sideline

By Mike Gasick, Staff writer November 14, 2017
Illinois offensive lineman Larry Boyd protects quarterback Chayce Crouch during a 24-21 in against Ball State at Memorial Stadium on Sept. 2. Boyd has seen significant playing time despite being a freshman.

Offensive line will grow with players

By Mike Gasick, Staff Writer November 9, 2017
Big Ten Football Power Rankings

Big Ten Football Power Rankings

By Mike Gasick, Staff writer October 12, 2017
Illinois enters the field at the start of the game against Ball State on Saturday, Sep. 2.

Coaching staff impressed with offensive line

By Mike Gasick, Staff writer October 10, 2017
Illinois quarterback Chayce Crouch searches for a receiver down the field. The Illini lost to Nebraska 28-6

Illinois announces quarterback change

By Mike Gasick, Staff writer October 3, 2017
Three Illini make season debuts in loss

Three Illini make season debuts in loss

By Mike Gasick, Staff writer October 2, 2017
Illinois head football coach Lovie Smith talks to reporters during Media Day at Memorial Stadium on August 14.

Smith, Illinois players weigh in on NFL protests

By Mike Gasick, Staff writer September 28, 2017
Freshman running back Mike Epstein celebrates with his teammates after scoring his first touchdown in Illinois 24-21 win over Ball State on September 2.

Epstein impresses in Illinois victory

By Mike Gasick, Staff writer September 4, 2017
Illinois quarterback Chayce Crouch (7) looks to pass the ball during the game against Purdue at Memorial Stadium on Saturday, October 8. The Illini lost 34-31.

Smith names Crouch starting quarterback

By Mike Gasick, Staff writer July 24, 2017
Sebastian Quiana celebrates after a strong performance on the floor in the meet against Minnesota on Jan. 28.

Illinois men’s gymnast Quiana given Big Ten honor

By Mike Gasick, Assistant sports editor March 7, 2017
Illini of the week March 2: Jonathan Wells

Illini of the week March 2: Jonathan Wells

By Mike Gasick, Assistant sports editor March 2, 2017
Illinois’ Quentin Sefcik pitches in the game against ISU on April 12.

Skid continues for young Illini in Texas

By Mike Gasick, Assistant sports editor February 27, 2017
Illinois Pat McInerney singles at Illinois Field on April 17, 2016.

Illinois baseball hopes to rebound from last weekend’s losses

By Mike Gasick, Assistant sports editor February 24, 2017
Jack Yalowitz takes a swing at Illinois Field on April 17, 2016. Illinois played against Saint Louis and won 6-2.

Hartleb disappointed with baseball team’s 1-3 opening weekend

By Mike Gasick, Assistant sports editor February 20, 2017
Illinois starting pitcher Doug Hayes delivers the pitch during game two of the series against St. Louis University at Illinois Field on Saturday, April 16. The Illini won 3-1.

Youth to lead Illinois baseball in opening weekend

By Mike Gasick, Assistant sports editor February 16, 2017
Illinois linebacker Hardy Nickerson (10) tries to strip the ball from North Carolina tailback Elijah Hood (34) during the game against North Carolina at Memorial Stadium on Saturday, September 10. The Illini loss 48-23.

Illinois football scheduled for another primetime game

By Mike Gasick, Assistant sports editor February 9, 2017
Illinois Ted Karras (69) defends Indianas Larry Black, Jr. (97) during the game against Indiana at Memorial Stadium on Saturday, Oct. 27, 2012.

Alum Karras plays for Patriots in Super Bowl LI win

By Mike Gasick, Assistant sports editor February 5, 2017
Illinois head coach Lovie Smith smiles during the game against Murray State at Memorial Stadium on Saturday, September 3. The Illini won 52-3.

Illinois football’s Smith is all smiles with 2017 class

By Mike Gasick, Assistant sports editor February 1, 2017
Illinois’ Aleks Vukic attempts to return the ball during a meet at the Atkins Tennis Center on April 17, 2016. Vukic picked up a singles victory in the Martin King Jr. Invitational.

Illinois men’s tennis begins season with MLK Invitational

By Mike Gasick, Assistant sports editor January 17, 2017
Sam Stratford, sophomore, swims backstroke in the 400 yard IM at the Fighting Illini Dual Meet Spectacular in the ARC Pool on October 16, 2015. Stratford claimed the 200 IM individual first-place honors against Iowa State.

Illinois women’s swim & dive finish 1-3 over Winter Break

By Mike Gasick, Assistant sports editor January 17, 2017
Illinois Malcolm Hill (21) shoots a three during the game against IUPUI at State Farm Center on Tuesday, December 6. The Illini won 85-77.

Illinois scrapes by with win over IUPUI

By Mike Gasick, Assistant Sports Editor December 8, 2016
Illinois head coach Lovie Smith watches his team from the sidelines during the game against North Carolina at Memorial Stadium on Saturday, September 10. The Illini loss 48-23.

Illinois football adds quarterback for 2017 season

By Mike Gasick, Assistant sports editor December 5, 2016
Illinois Leron Black (12) goes up for a layup during the game against North Carolina State at State Farm Center on Tuesday, November 29. The Illini won 88-74.

Illinois men’s basketball can now be taken seriously

By Mike Gasick, Assistant Sports Editor December 5, 2016
ILLordle: Play now