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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
Calvin Hart Jr. poses for a promotional photo for the Illinois Football team. Hart recently transferred to Illinois from NC State.

[Photo] Calvin Hart Jr. looks to make immediate impact with Illini

By Gabby Hajduk, Sports Editor • Feb 2, 2021
Cory Patterson meets with media after being hired on Jan. 26, 2018. Bret Bielema elected to keep Patterson on his staff as the running backs coach.

[Photo] Bielema elects to keep St. Louis native Cory Patterson on staff

By Carson Gourdie, Assistant Sports Editor • Jan 5, 2021
Lyric Robins dribbles the ball in Illinois' game against Iowa on Sunday.

[Photo] Illinois falls to Iowa at home, remains winless in Big Ten play

By Nithin Reddy, Staff Writer • Jan 3, 2021
Bret Bielema made his first hire with offensive coordinator Tony Petersen on Monday.

[Photo] Bret Bielema makes first Illini hires on offense

By Josh Pietsch, Staff Writer • Dec 29, 2020
New Illinois head coach Bret Bielema and his family pose for a picture with Athletic Director Josh Whitman at the Smith Center in Dec. 2020. Whitman spoke highly of Bielema and the future of Illini athletics at his media roundtable on June 21.

[Photo] Family, past adversity lead Bret Bielema to ‘destination spot’ at Illinois

By Gabby Hajduk, Sports Editor • Dec 22, 2020
Chase Brown runs the ball in Illinois' game against Penn State on Saturday. The Illini fell 56-21.

[Photo] Illinois drops last game of season, first game without Lovie Smith at Penn State 56-21

By Josh Pietsch, Staff Writer • Dec 19, 2020
Jada Peebles and Geovana Lopes get set on defense in Illinois' game against Nebraska on Thursday. The Illini fell 78-72.

[Photo] Illinois drops close Big Ten opener at Nebraska 78-72

By Nithin Reddy, Staff Writer • Dec 10, 2020
Ayo Dosunmu looks to the court during Illinois' game against North Carolina A&T on Nov. 25. Dosunmu will need to have a big game on Tuesday when the Illini face the Duke Blue Devils.

[Photo] Duke preview: look at biggest questions for No. 6 Illinois ahead of Cameron Indoor clash

By Brandon Simberg, Staff Writer • Dec 8, 2020
Adam Miller shoots a jumpshot in Illinois' game against Chicago State on Thursday. Miller was one of many Illini players who excelled on the offensive end in the team's first three games.

[Photo] Player grades: Illini offensive depth shines in first three games

By Gabby Hajduk, Sports Editor • Nov 27, 2020
Da'Monte Williams shoots a three-pointer in Illinois' game against Ohio on Friday. Williams has proved his offensive ability, making six three-pointers through three games.

[Photo] Da’Monte Williams’ three-point shot rounds out his game

By Brendyn Jones, Assistant On-Air Editor • Nov 28, 2020
Ayo Dosunmu puts up a lay-up in Illinois' game against Ohio on Friday. The Illini won 77-75 to move to 3-0.

[Photo] Ayo Dosunmu’s free throws save Illinois from massive upset, lead to 77-75 victory

By Brandon Simberg, Staff Writer • Nov 27, 2020
Adam Miller gets ready on defense in Illinois' game against Chicago State on Thursday. The Illini won 97-38 and move to 2-0.

[Photo] Illinois uses size, defense to stifle Chicago State 97-38

By Brandon Simberg, Staff Writer • Nov 26, 2020
Geovana Lopes drives through the lane during the game against Indiana State on Wednesday. The Illini won 68-49 and Lopes scored 12 points.

[Photo] Illinois defeats Indiana State 68-50 to begin season

By Nithin Reddy, Staff Writer • Nov 25, 2020
Ayo Dosunmu looks to pass the ball during the game against North Carolina A&T on Wednesday. The Illini won 122-60 at State Farm Center.

[Photo] Illinois uses record shooting day to dominate North Carolina A&T 122-60

By Brandon Simberg, Staff Writer • Nov 25, 2020
Sophomore Kofi Cockburn goes up for a layup in practice on Nov. 20. The Illini start their season Wednesday against North Carolina A&T.

[Photo] Amid coronavirus concerns, Illinois prepares for Thanksgiving MTE

By Brandon Simberg, Staff Writer • Nov 24, 2020
Illinois quarterback Brandon Peters hands it off to running back Chase Brown in the game at Nebraska Saturday. The Illini won 41-23.

[Photo] Illini dominate Cornhuskers 41-23 in second-straight victory

By Josh Pietsch, Staff Writer • Nov 21, 2020
Quarterback Isaiah Williams runs through Rutgers defenders on Saturday. The Illini won 23-20.

[Photo] Notes, player grades: Defense steps up late as Illini pick up first win of season

By Brendyn Jones, Assistant On-Air Editor • Nov 14, 2020
Illinois quarterback Isaiah Williams runs the ball against Rutgers on Saturday. The Illini won 23-20..

[Photo] Illinois earns its first win with last-minute 23-20 victory at Rutgers

By Josh Pietsch, Staff Writer • Nov 14, 2020
Illinois linebacker Tarique Barnes tackles Wisconsin quarterback Graham Mertz in the game against the Badgers Friday night. Mertz reportedly tested positive for COVID-19 Sunday.

[Photo] Wisconsin’s Graham Mertz reportedly tests positive for COVID-19

By Gabby Hajduk, Sports Editor • Oct 25, 2020
Sophomore Tarique Barnes returns a fumble for a touchdown against Wisconsin on Friday night. The Illini lost to the Badgers 42-7.

[Photo] Illini fall to Badgers 45-7 in first game of season

By Gabby Hajduk, Sports Editor • Oct 23, 2020