Best Illinois Fighting Illini Podcasts (2024)

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RAPID REACTION: Illini WBB Celebrate Victory Over EIU & Shauna Green Inks Two Year Extension 16:49

5h ago16:49

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Shauna Green and her Fighting Illini dominated in their victory over Eastern Illinois. We do a quick recap on the game and talk about the big two year extension given to the head coach and how she deserves every penny of it. Welcome to Locked On Illini, your one-stop show for all things Illinois Fighting Illini football and basketball! Join host Su…

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Ep. 893 - Illini scrape by Oakland 66-54 42:30

6h ago42:30

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Illini Inquirer's Derek Piper and Jeremy Werner react to Illinois basketball's 66-54 win over Oakland. The guys discuss the sloppy night from the Illini offensively which included 18 turnovers and look ahead to next week's matchup vs Alabama. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Ot…

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Are the Illinois Fighting Illini underrated after their win vs. Michigan? | ALL Big Ten Podcast 33:23

24d ago33:23

33:23

After a HUGE 21-7 victory over Michigan, are the Illinois Fighting Illini still underrated? Should Bret Bielema’s team be a Top 15 team in College Football? Plus, how big in the thumb injury Indiana Quarterback, Kurtis Rourke sustained this past weekend? Should Hoosier fans be nervous? Join Joey Christopolous and Corey Wootton as they discuss all t…

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November 14 - Illini Basketball is BACK 1:08:05

14m ago1:08:05

1:08:05

The Crewman are back to talk Illini basketball. We recap the first 3 games of the year and share our initial reactions to the new squad. We discuss who is the Captain of the Ship and who is walking the plank two weeks into the season. Java Joe gets taught a geography lesson. The non-conference schedule is predicted. Java Shaps gives the run down on…

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Can the Indiana Hoosiers be blocked for a CFP bid by a 3-loss SEC team? | ALL Big Ten Podcast 38:38

10h ago38:38

38:38

Will Oregon have trouble with their first B1G experience at Camp Randall? CHGO's Adam Hoge joins the show to discuss Oregon-Wisconsin. Plus, is it possible that a one-loss Big Ten team could get held out of the College Football Playoffs by a three-loss SEC team? Join Joey Christopolous and Sean Anderson as they discuss! JOIN THE CHGO DIEHARDS! http…

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BIG 10 SQUAD - Illinois Fighting Illini MUST WIN vs Michigan State Spartans 28:29

11h ago28:29

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Welcome to the Big 10 Squad! In this Week Twelve preview episode, host Craig Shemon of Locked On Big 10 is joined by a panel of experts from Locked On podcasts to preview all the upcoming Big Ten football matchups. With the season heating up, you won’t want to miss these crucial game analyses as teams fight for position! 🚀 In This Episode: Game Pre…

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BIG 10 SQUAD - Big Ten Teams DOMINATE CFP Top 25 28:29

10h ago28:29

28:29

Welcome to the Big 10 Squad! In this Week Twelve preview episode, host Craig Shemon of Locked On Big 10 is joined by a panel of experts from Locked On podcasts to preview all the upcoming Big Ten football matchups. With the season heating up, you won’t want to miss these crucial game analyses as teams fight for position! 🚀 In This Episode: Game Pre…

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Nebraska Offensive Shake-Up Last Hope to Save Season 25:25

20m ago25:25

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Nebraska football is on the cusp of bowl eligibility… again! Last year the Huskers got to 5 wins and lost their last four games by one score. There was a lot of college football heartbreak in Lincoln! This season, after reaching 5 wins and needing one more win to become bowl eligible for the first time since 2016, the Huskers have suffered through …

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POSTGAME LIVE: Illinois Basketball Defeats Oakland 66-54 in an UGLY Game 37:38

1d ago37:38

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The Fighting Illini are now 3-0 after another victory at home against Oakland. This game was NOT pretty for either side but I talk about why this type of game might be exactly what Illinois needed to reach it's future goals this season. Welcome to Locked On Illini, your one-stop show for all things Illinois Fighting Illini football and basketball! …

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Ep. 892 - Illinois vs. Michigan State preview with Stephen Brooks and Joey Wagner 1:18:29

15h ago1:18:29

1:18:29

Jeremy Werner previews Illinois football vs. Michigan State with Spartain Tailgate's Stephen Brooks and Illini Inquirer's Joey Wagner. Brooks breaks down first-year head coach Jonathan Smith's impact, QB Aidan Chiles and the strengths and weaknesses of the MSU offense and defense. Werner and Wagner discuss keys out of the off week, attrition on def…

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Oregon Still Number One! Ohio State, Penn State, Indiana in Pursuit 25:09

21h ago25:09

25:09

The second round of the college football playoff poll still shows the undefeated Oregon Ducks football team as the number one ranked team in the country. Ohio State, Penn State and Indiana all dominated the top five spots. If the college football playoffs began today the Big Ten would have four teams in. We will look at the potential college footba…

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Illini Basketball Players to Watch vs Oakland [Preview] | Big Weekend for Football | Illini Podcast 34:51

2d ago34:51

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Illinois will face off with Oakland for the third game of the season. Sunny goes over his key payers to watch for. Then, Ted from the @BigTenTed channel, joins us and the discussion extends to the Big Ten football scene, featuring games like Illinois vs. Michigan State, Nebraska vs. USC, and Oregon vs. Wisconsin. The conversation also touches on co…

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Oregon Ducks Control Destiny for Big Ten and National Championships 27:25

2d ago27:25

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Dan Lanning and his Oregon Ducks are on a perfect 10-0 record and control their own destiny for both the Big Ten Championship and college football playoff championship. The Ducks next game will be the featured game for NBC's Big Ten Saturday Night as they travel to Camp Randall Stadium to face the Wisconsin Badgers. Tonight we get a peak at the nex…

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Where do Curt Cignetti's Indiana Hoosiers rank among the Big Ten? | ALL Big Ten Podcast 31:57

2d ago31:57

31:57

The Indiana Hoosiers have won 10 games for the first time in program history. Where does Curt Cignetti's Hoosiers rank among the top teams of the Big Ten? Plus, which 4-win or 5-win team has the best chance to make it to a bowl? Join Joey Christopolois and Corey Wootton as they discuss! JOIN THE CHGO DIEHARDS! https://www.allchgo.com/join-diehard A…

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Ep. 891 - J Leman on how Illini finish season strong 1:02:19

3d ago1:02:19

1:02:19

All-American linebacker and Illini Inquirer football analyst J Leman discusses Illini football's self-scout during the off week, the impact of injuries, how the team finishes strong and Saturday's matchup against Michigan State. Leman also discusses the landscape of the Big Ten, the Illini's best NFL Draft prospects and how he'd grade the season de…

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STILL PERFECT: Oregon and Indiana Undefeated at 10-0! 26:39

3d ago26:39

26:39

Dan Lanning and his Oregon Ducks football team cruised past the Maryland Terps and Curt Cignetti and his Indiana Hoosiers football team stalled but hung on to beat the Michigan Wolverines Saturday. Both Oregon and Indiana climbed to 10-0 and improved to 7-0 in conference play to sit alone on top of the Big Ten standings. And don't look now but Ryan…

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Should Will Riley Be Put In the Starting Lineup? | Ivisic = Breakout Star? | Illini WBB 2-0! 23:42

4d ago23:42

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Can Will Riley's scoring prowess earn him a spot in the Illinois Illini starting lineup? With standout performances of 31 and 14 points, the freshman's offensive skills are undeniable, but questions remain about his defensive readiness. Meanwhile, Tomislav Ivisic, the towering 7'1" center, is making waves with his impressive stats, including 18 poi…

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Which (Overlooked) Skill Has Me Excited for Kasparas Jakucionis' Future | Illini Podcast 22:02

4d ago22:02

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Kasparas Jakucionis is one of the most talked about players of this young college basketball season, but it's this one overlooked skill that we discuss on today's episode which tells me he's got super star potential. Also, Will Riley is named Big Ten Freshman of the Week and we discuss all the various awards the Illini won during week one of the ba…

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LIVE: Indiana Remains Undefeated by Beating Michigan; Oregon Ducks Look to Do Same 27:45

5d ago27:45

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The Indiana Hoosier remained undefeated with a win over Michigan. It was the first time they had been challenged all season and they were able to close the deal with a nail biting 20-15 win. The Ohio State Buckeyes destroyed Purdue (we told you Friday the Boilers would not score!). In fact, Ohio State has not allowed an offensive TD in 131 minutes …

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Ep. 890 - Illini handle SIUE behind Jakucionis’ big night 54:23

5d ago54:23

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Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Derek Piper react to the Illini's rout of SIUE 90-58 in Champaign. The guys break down Jakucionis' near triple double performance and another strong offensive showing from Illinois that included 15 made threes. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: * Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP * Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2X…

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LIVE POSTGAME: Illinois goes to 2-0 On the Season With 90-58 Victory Over SIUE 42:51

6d ago42:51

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JR from @thebigtenhuddle joins Sunny to discuss the Illini's 90-58 victory over SIUE. Welcome to Locked On Illini, your one-stop show for all things Illinois Fighting Illini football and basketball! Join host Sunny Verma as he brings you in-depth analysis, game previews, post-game breakdowns, and exclusive interviews with players, coaches, and insi…

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Oregon and Indiana Aim for Perfect 10-0 Records in Playoff Chase 25:34

6d ago25:34

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Top ranked Oregon and undefeated Indiana seek (10-0) records this college football weekend as they both look to remain on top of the Big Ten standings and solidify their places among the college football playoff chase. The Oregon Ducks return home after a solid road win at Michigan last week. Questions remain about how the Ducks will look after los…

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Can Curt Cignetti lead Indiana to their first ever 10-win season on Saturday? | ALL Big Ten Podcast 21:34

6d ago21:34

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The last time the Indiana Hoosiers won 9 games in a season before 2024 was in 1967! The program has NEVER won ten games in a season. Can Curt Cignetti lead the Hoosiers to the promised land and keep Indiana undefeated? Join Joey Christopolous as he is joined by guest Anthony Herron from the Big Ten Network and 670 The Score. JOIN THE CHGO DIEHARDS!…

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Bye Week Babble (11/07/24) 52:21

6d ago52:21

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Illinois football is 6-3 during their second bye week, yet a bit of momentum feels lost after two straight losses. Mike Carpenter hits the reset button and looks ahead to the last three games of the year, and discusses where Bret Bielema's team stands entering the home stretch. Later, he opens the listener mailbag and reads how fans are feeling ahe…

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BIG 10 SQUAD - Oregon, Ohio State, Penn State, Indiana Headline Big Ten CFP Teams 31:40

8d ago31:40

31:40

Welcome back to Big 10 Squad! In this Week Eleven preview episode, host Craig Shemon from Locked On Big 10 brings you the latest insights and analyses for the upcoming Big Ten football matchups. Join Craig and a panel of experts from Locked On podcasts as they gear up for another exciting week of college football action! 🚀 In This Episode: Key Game…

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BIG 10 SQUAD - Will Illinois WIN OUT the rest of the 2024 season? 31:40

8d ago31:40

31:40

Welcome back to Big 10 Squad! In this Week Eleven preview episode, host Craig Shemon from Locked On Big 10 brings you the latest insights and analyses for the upcoming Big Ten football matchups. Join Craig and a panel of experts from Locked On podcasts as they gear up for another exciting week of college football action! 🚀 In This Episode: Key Game…

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How Indiana Football Will Overwhelm Michigan and Go 10-0! 25:05

7d ago25:05

25:05

The Indiana Hoosiers football team is the hottest squad in the Big Ten and college football has noticed their 9-0 start. This Saturday the Hoosiers welcome the defending national champion Michigan Wolverines to Bloomington. We will tell you how and why the Hoosiers will win this game easily! Indiana is ranked 8th in the college football playoffs po…

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Why This Illini Team Is Capable of Winning the Big Ten | BOLD Predictions! | Illini Podcast 44:32

8d ago44:32

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Welcome to Locked On Illini, your one-stop show for all things Illinois Fighting Illini football and basketball! Join host Sunny Verma as he brings you in-depth analysis, game previews, post-game breakdowns, and exclusive interviews with players, coaches, and insiders. Whether you're a die-hard Illini fan or just looking to stay updated on the late…

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Ep. 889 - Mike LaTulip's takeaways from Illini's win over EIU, Ty Rodgers' decision to redshirt 48:24

8d ago48:24

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Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip joins Jeremy Werner to discuss Ty Rodgers' decision to redshirt and Illinois basketball's 112-67 win over Eastern Illinois. LaTulip discusses Will Riley's 31-point debut and impressive debuts by Kasparas Jakucionis, Tomislav Ivisic and Morez Johnson as well as the roles for Dra Gibbs-Lawhorn, Kylan Bo…

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PLAYOFF POLL: Oregon, Ohio State, Penn State, Indiana Make First Cut 27:17

8d ago27:17

27:17

The college football playoff committee released its first weekly college football playoff poll Tuesday. Number one ranked Oregon, Ohio State, Penn State and Indiana would all represent the Big Ten in the 12 team playoffs if the season ended today. USC football is making a change at quarterback. We will tell you what is going on with Miller Moss. Wh…

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Ep. 888 - J Leman on Illini's loss to Minnesota, adjustments needed to finish strong 58:00

9d ago58:00

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All-American linebacker and Illini Inquirer football analyst J Leman breaks down Illinois football's loss to Minnesota and what Illinois needs to do during the off week to maximize its opportunities during the final three games against Michigan State, Rutgers and Northwestern. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP S…

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Truth Behind Ty Rodgers Redshirting (Transferring?) | Thoughts on Kasparas, Kylan, & Morez 27:28

10d ago27:28

27:28

Hours before the Illini opening game against Eastern Illinois, Ty Rodgers was listed as out on the availability report and then suddenly news broke that Ty would be taking a red shirt season and not suit up this season. On today's episode we discuss what this means for Ty and the Illinois basketball program. Also, the talk has been about Will Riley…

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Oh, Oh, Oh, Will Riley! (11/05/24) 51:56

9d ago51:56

51:56

Illinois basketball starts off the 2024-25 season with a 112-67 blowout win over Eastern Illinois. Mike Carpenter discusses the debut of many new faces, including 5-star freshman Will Riley's record-setting 31-point performance, Dra Gibbs-Lawhorn's 21 off the bench, and Tomislav Ivisic and Kasparas Jakucionis' impressive debuts. Meanwhile, Ty Rodge…

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Big Ten Football Coaching Hot Seats; Oregon WR Tez Johnson Injury 26:59

10d ago26:59

26:59

USC Trojans coach Lincoln Riley, Penn State Nittany Lions coach James Franklin and Purdue Boilermaker coach Ryan Walters are facing the wrath of their loyal fans bases for coming short of expectations (realistic or not) during his college football season. We believe where there is smoke there is fire and we will give an honest assessment through th…

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Ep. 887 - Illini, Riley roll in season-opening rout; Ty Rodgers redshirting 59:28

10d ago59:28

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Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Derek Piper react to the Illini dominating Eastern Illinois 112-67 in Champaign. The guys break down Will Riley's huge debut and other young pieces that shined for Illinois in the season-opener. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: * Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP * Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 * Other: h…

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Will Riley is ELECTRIC as He Scores 31 in Freshman Debut in 112-67 Illini Victory! 50:58

10d ago50:58

50:58

Will Riley was the star of the season opener with a dominant second half while ultimately finishing with 31 points. But he wasn't the only Illini player worth talking about. Tomislav Ivisic also had great back to back game now as well as Morez Johnson who had 6 blocks in his debut. Austin from @Illinicast & Sunny discuss the electric first game of …

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Are Dillon Gabriel & the Oregon Ducks the National Title favorites this year? | ALL BigTen Podcast 44:01

10d ago44:01

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Are the Ducks headed for glory? Join Joey Christopolous as he welcomes on Oregon Ducks reporter, Alec Dietz of The Register-Guard to talk about the Ducks' chances to win it all this year. Plus, fallout from Ohio State's win over Penn State and Curt Cignetti's fantastic turnaround at Indiana. An ALLCITY Network Production SUBSCRIBE TO THE EIGHTY FIV…

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Penn State CAN'T Beat Ohio State; Oregon and Indiana Alone on Top 27:05

11d ago27:05

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Year after year James Franklin and Penn State CANNOT beat Ohio State and Nittany Lions fans are beyond upset. And it was the same result Saturday in Happy Valley as the Buckeyes climbed back into the Big Ten chase with the win. The good news is both teams are in great shape for the upcoming college football playoffs. In Ann arbor, the number one ra…

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Biggest Needs for the Illini To Address During Bye Week | Basketball Preview vs Eastern Illinois 20:10

11d ago20:10

20:10

Can the Illinois Illini football team turn their season around? With a 6-3 record, the Illini are grappling with underperformance, highlighted by a narrow 25-17 loss to Minnesota. The offensive line remains a critical concern, even in Brett Bielema's fourth year, as it lacks the strength typically associated with his teams. Pat Bryant's suggestion …

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LIVE: Ohio State tops Penn State; Oregon, Indiana Still Undefeated 26:32

12d ago26:32

26:32

Ohio State football jumped back into the Big Ten chase with a tough road win Saturday at Penn State in a great day of college football. For Penn State and James Franklin it was the same old story as they are unable to beat top 5 teams and/or Ohio State. In Ann arbor, the number one ranked Oregon Ducks manhandled and finessed Michigan in their back …

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Ep. 886 - Gophers hand Illini first home loss of season 48:16

12d ago48:16

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Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner react to Illinois football's 25-17 loss to Minnesota. The guys discuss miscues by the Illini and some key injuries heading into Illinois' bye week. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for 30% OFF:…

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LIVE POSTGAME: Illinois Loses 25-17 to Minnesota, Panic Setting In? 49:30

12d ago49:30

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Illinois loses 25-17 to the Minnesota Golden Gophers. Join our live community show as we discuss if it's time to officially set off the panic alarm on the rest of the season. Welcome to Locked On Illini, your one-stop show for all things Illinois Fighting Illini football and basketball! Join host Sunny Verma as he brings you in-depth analysis, game…

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Tomislav Ivisic [FINALLY!] Cleared To Play! | Illini FB Will Beat Minnesota 25:35

13d ago25:35

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Tomislav Ivisic has been cleared to play for the Illini by the NCAA. It comes with certain conditions and stipulations which make absolutely no sense but regardless, we discuss his importance on this team and how it'll help the team in preperation for it's season opener on Monday evening against Eastern Illinois. Also, we go over the Illinois vs Mi…

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Ep. 885 - Tomislav Ivisic cleared to play, Illini tip off season vs. EIU 50:26

13d ago50:26

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Illini Inquirer's Derek Piper and Jeremy Werner discuss Tomislav Ivisic getting cleared by the NCAA to play the 2024-25 season and what it means for the Illini. The guys also discuss what they want to see from Illinois in its season opener against Eastern Illinois on Monday, the Illini's international recruiting and Piper's Big Ten outlook. Follow …

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Big Ten Football Games in November are Huge! 25:56

13d ago25:56

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This weekend features some of the biggest college football games of the year in the Big Ten. A lot is riding on the outcome of the Ohio State - Penn State game whether it be a spot in the Big Ten Championship game or seeding and home field advantage in the college football playoffs. This game is a must-win for both and we will tell you why. The #1 …

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Can Ryan Day & Ohio State finally win a Top 5 matchup vs. Penn State? 41:49

14d ago41:49

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The matchup we all have been waiting for: #4 Ohio State Buckeyes at #3 Penn State Nittany Lions! Full Week 10 Preview including: Can Kurtis Rourke return to keep Indiana’s Cinderella season rolling? Can Illinois hold off a hot Minnesota team in Champagne? Join Joey Christopoulos and special guest Former NFL DB/ Wisconsin Badger standout Sojourn She…

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BIG 10 SQUAD - Ohio State @ Penn State is BIGGEST Game of the Week! 28:39

15d ago28:39

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Welcome to another thrilling episode of Big 10 Squad! In this Week Ten preview, host Craig Shemon from Locked On Big 10 is joined by a panel of experts from Locked On podcasts to analyze the upcoming matchups in Big Ten football. Get ready for another week packed with excitement and competitive spirit! 🚀 In This Episode: Upcoming Game Previews: Div…

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BIG 10 SQUAD - Illinois Fighting Illini are UNDERDOGS at home? 28:39

15d ago28:39

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Welcome to another thrilling episode of Big 10 Squad! In this Week Ten preview, host Craig Shemon from Locked On Big 10 is joined by a panel of experts from Locked On podcasts to analyze the upcoming matchups in Big Ten football. Get ready for another week packed with excitement and competitive spirit! 🚀 In This Episode: Upcoming Game Previews: Div…

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Ep. 884 - Illinois vs. Minnesota preview with Ryan Burns and Joey Wagner 1:27:55

14d ago1:27:55

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Gopher Illustrated's Ryan Burns joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to break down the Minnesota Golden Gophers and Saturday's 11 a.m. matchup at Illinois. Werner and Joey Wagner then answer a six-pack of Illinois football questions entering Saturday's game against Minnesota, including injury updates, Luke Altmyer's recent play, defensive struggle…

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Are the Illini Recent Recruiting Misses a Concern? | Brad Underwood As a Boss | Illini Podcast 27:25

15d ago27:25

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The Illini basketball recruiting class currently sits at #62 in the country, which no one would say is acceptable for the program in it's current state. However, is this a cause for concern or is this something Illini fans just need to be patient with and let Brad Underwood and his coaching staff be patient in building the class like they did in 20…

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