Best Illinois Fighting Illini Podcasts (2022)

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Illini Inquirer Podcast: An Illinois Fighting Illini athletics podcast

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Ep. 464 - Head coach Dee Brown; Big Ten powering up? 1:03:25

2h ago1:03:25

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Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner, Derek Piper and Joey Wagner react to the stunning news of UCLA and USC potentially joining the Big Ten conference, and who else might be on the horizon. Later, the guys catch up with former Illini star and new Roosevelt University head coach, Dee Brown. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Illinois Fighting Illini Football Preview & Predictions 2022 53:55

30d ago53:55

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Let's talk about Bret Bielema, what his program is and what it has yet to become. The early returns are fine, but not enough to guarantee future success. Are the ingredients there to take another step, or are we marking time? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy SB Nation

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UCLA and USC Join The Big Ten Conference 49:47

2h ago49:47

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What just happened and what does it mean for us and the larger world of college athletics? We're gonna try and make some sense out of all this. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy SB Nation

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Purdue Boilermakers Football Preview & Predictions 2022: Is This The Year? 1:03:51

12h ago1:03:51

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It's Purdue Week! CHOO CHOOOOOOO! Purdue? With a defense? It's more likely than you think. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy SB Nation

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Illini Inquirer Podcast: An Illinois Fighting Illini athletics podcast

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Ep. 463 - Recapping Josh Whitman's media roundtable 1:02:04

21h ago1:02:04

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Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner break down Illinois Athletic Director Josh Whitman's annual "state of the Illini" media roundtable session, where he hit on trending topics such as NIL, the future of the NCAA, the success of men's basketball, and more. The guys also touch on Illinois men's gymnastics coach Justin Spring leaving the p…

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Illini Inquirer Podcast: An Illinois Fighting Illini athletics podcast

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Ep. 462 - The French Connection 35:47

3d ago35:47

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Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Derek Piper discuss the impact and skillset of international forward Zacharie Perrin committing to Illinois basketball, and how he fits in the rotation. Later, the guys zoom out on what's been a crazy offseason of attrition for Brad Underwood's program. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoic…

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Ep. 461 - Winners and losers of the NBA Draft; Kofi Cockburn to Jazz 1:27:37

6d ago1:27:37

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Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner is joined by Mike LaTulip to discuss the NBA Draft, which teams were the biggest winners and losers, and former Illini big man Kofi Cockburn landing a free agent deal with the Utah Jazz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy 247Sports, Illinois, Illinois Football, Illinois Basketball

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Penn State Nittany Lions Football 2022 Season Preview: Is James Franklin Still Great? 57:30

7d ago57:30

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That is the question we must ask ourselves every year, and this year is no different. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy SB Nation

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Illini Inquirer Podcast: An Illinois Fighting Illini athletics podcast

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Ep. 460 - Kam Cox on a year into NIL 52:38

8d ago52:38

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Jeremy Werner chats with University of Illinois NIL Director, Kam Cox, who describes what has and hasn't surprised him about the growth of NIL, and where he thinks the program is headed after its inaugural year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy 247Sports, Illinois, Illinois Football, Illinois Basketball

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Illini Inquirer Podcast: An Illinois Fighting Illini athletics podcast

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Ep. 459 - Piper on top targets in Class of 2023 and 2024 57:08

9d ago57:08

57:08

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Derek Piper break down Illinois basketball's top recruiting targets following a jam-packed weekend of events at the Riverside-Brookfield Summer Shootout. Later, the guys discuss Kofi Cockburn's draft night possibilities ahead of this Thursday's NBA Draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adcho…

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Illini Inquirer Podcast: An Illinois Fighting Illini athletics podcast

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Ep. 458 - Illini football add two more to Class of 2023 1:00:36

10d ago1:00:36

1:00:36

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner discuss Illinois adding two commitments to the Class of 2023: K David Olano and DB Jaheim Clarke. Then the guys discuss what's next in the Class of 2023 and how they sit with their top targets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Maryland Terrapins Football 2022 Season Preview & Predictions: Locksley At A Crossroads 54:44

15d ago54:44

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That is indeed the question, is it not? Mike Locksley has gotten some high end talent to Maryland, but not evenly across the whole roster. What possible paths forward exist for the Terps? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy SB Nation

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Illini Inquirer Podcast: An Illinois Fighting Illini athletics podcast

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Ep. 457 - Mike LaTulip's basketball mega preview: Big Ten hoops, NBA draft and beyond 1:23:28

15d ago1:23:28

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Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Mike LaTulip discuss the best and worst moves of the Big Ten basketball offseason, where Illinois and Indiana stack up in the Big Ten title race, if Kofi Cockburn will hear his name called on NBA Draft night, and much more on a jam-packed basketball episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/ad…

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Ep. 456 - Piper on next questions for Illini basketball 59:34

21d ago59:34

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Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Derek Piper break down the biggest remaining positions of need and question marks for Illinois basketball, including some recruiting target updates for the Class of 2023 and beyond. Later, Joey Wagner and Trevor Vallese join Jeremy for another edition of Rapid Fire Friday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit …

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Rutgers Football 2022 Season Preview: On The Verge Of Competence? 1:16:56

22d ago1:16:56

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TURN DOWN FOR WHATGERS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy SB Nation

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Illini Inquirer Podcast: An Illinois Fighting Illini athletics podcast

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Ep. 455 - Four scores for Illini football 1:06:02

25d ago1:06:02

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Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner discuss the impact of the four latest football commits, including DL Jamarrion Harkless and QB Cal Swanson, and what's next for Bret Bielema after a big weekend of visitors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy 247Sports, Illinois, Illinois Football, Illinois Basketball

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Ep. 454 - Isaac Trotter projects 2022-23 Big Ten hoops 44:29

29d ago44:29

44:29

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner chats with Isaac Trotter about the latest Big Ten basketball picture, now that more pieces like Matthew Mayer and Kris Murray are falling into place. The guys discuss which teams aren't being talked about enough, which teams are getting too much hype and everything else Big Ten hoops. Learn more about your ad choices…

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Ep. 453 - Another Jersey Boy for Illini heading into big June 50:40

1M ago50:40

50:40

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner discuss the impact of 3-star New Jersey offensive lineman Zach Aamland committing to the Illini, and preview a crucial month of June for Bret Bielema's program. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy 247Sports, Illinois, Illinois Football, Illinois Basketball

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The 200 Level with Mike Carpenter

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Mayer of Campustown (05/28/22) 28:07

1M ago28:07

28:07

The good news keeps coming for Brad Underwood's Illini, as they land Baylor transfer Matthew Mayer. Mike Carpenter discusses the addition, Illinois basketball's incredible depth, how the program is "cool" again, and why this roster is primed to win another conference title and make a deep tournament run.…

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Illini Inquirer Podcast: An Illinois Fighting Illini athletics podcast

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Ep. 452 - Mayer Day Weekend 1:18:03

1M ago1:18:03

1:18:03

Illini Inquirer’s Jeremy Werner, Joey Wagner and Derek Piper discuss Illinois landing Baylor top-5 transfer Matthew Mayer, and welcome in Mike LaTulip to break down what Mayer brings to the roster and his impact on the rest of the rotation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Nebraska Football Can Absolutely Win The Big Ten West In 2022: State of the Program 1:06:43

1M ago1:06:43

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We welcome Nebraska correspondent Jesse Collins to the show to discuss Scott Frost's last stand, whether or not Nebraska has run out of ways to lose, where the fans are with Scott Frost and why Nebrasketball deserves better. Listen as Jesse does his best to resist Andrew's assertion that Nebraska should be able to win the division! Learn more about…

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Illini Inquirer Podcast: An Illinois Fighting Illini athletics podcast

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Ep. 451 - Hoops, football and NIL updates 54:51

1M ago54:51

54:51

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner catch up on the latest Illini basketball and football news, plus discuss new NIL amendments in the state of Illinois, and the NCAA modifying the blue-shirt rule. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy 247Sports, Illinois, Illinois Football, Illinois Basketball

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Illini Inquirer Podcast: An Illinois Fighting Illini athletics podcast

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Ep. 450 - Illini OL coach Bart Miller 39:15

1M ago39:15

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Illini Inquirer's Joey Wagner catches up with offensive line coach Bart Miller, who details how the off-season has been progressing for the staff. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy 247Sports, Illinois, Illinois Football, Illinois Basketball

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Let's Talk About Northwestern WIldcats Football: B1G 2022 41:00

1M ago41:00

41:00

It's time to talk about the 'Cats, baby. Is there a new hope after a coordinator shuffle under Pat Fitzgerald? What of Chris Collins? It was said that he would bring the Nerncats into a new age, but is he not the chosen one? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy SB Nation

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Illini Inquirer Podcast: An Illinois Fighting Illini athletics podcast

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Bret Bielema on rebuilding Illinois, year-to-year progression, and singing at Wrigley Field 19:25

1M ago19:25

19:25

Bret Bielema enters his second season in Champaign as he continues rebuilding Illinois Football. With returning starters on both sides of the ball as well as a renewed focus on in-state recruiting, things are looking up for the Illini in 2022! Host: Lance Glinn Guest: Illinois HC Bret Bielema Follow or Subscribe to The College Football Daily on Spo…

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Illini Inquirer Podcast: An Illinois Fighting Illini athletics podcast

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Ep. 449 - Illini assistant coach Chester Frazier 42:03

2M ago42:03

42:03

Joey Wagner and Derek Piper catch up with Illini assistant coach Chester Frazier, who recaps his first year back in Champaign, his thoughts on the transfer portal, and looking ahead to next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy 247Sports, Illinois, Illinois Football, Illinois Basketball

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Ep. 448 - Trent Meacham on the Illinois offseason: 'I'm so excited about next year' 41:20

2M ago41:20

41:20

Jeremy Werner catches up with former Illini and BTN personality Trent Meacham, who discusses the state of college hoops with the transfer portal, Illinois' offseason thus far and an inside scoop on Pete Nance! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy 247Sports, Illinois, Illinois Football, Illinois Basketball

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Indiana Hoosiers Football 2022 Season Preview:: B1G 2022 49:39

2M ago49:39

49:39

Esteemed Indiana expert BuffKomodo joins us to break down what happened to the Hoosiers in 2021, how long of a leash Tom Allen has, how the offense might be fixed and what to expect from Indiana as they look to rebound from an absolute disaster of a season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Illini Inquirer Podcast: An Illinois Fighting Illini athletics podcast

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Ep. 447 - Hoops & poops with Papa Piper 37:03

2M ago37:03

37:03

Jeremy Werner is joined by brand-new father Derek Piper to break down the Illinois basketball offseason, including the addition of Terrence Shannon Jr. and what the next move might be. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy 247Sports, Illinois, Illinois Football, Illinois Basketball

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Illini Inquirer Podcast: An Illinois Fighting Illini athletics podcast

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Ep. 446 - Waiting on recruiting news; Piercen Hunt (Illini Golf) 40:12

2M ago40:12

40:12

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner breaks down what might be next for both Illinois basketball and football on the recruiting/portal front. Later, he chats with Illini golf's Piercen Hunt, who discusses another Big Ten title run and how the program is preparing for the postseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Ep. 445 - Isaac Trotter on the portal and Illinois’ offseason 52:23

2M ago52:23

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Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner is joined by Isaac Trotter, who discusses the addition of Terrence Shannon Jr and what the rest of Illinois' offseason could look like, plus the Big Ten and national landscape in general. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesBy 247Sports, Illinois, Illinois Football, Illinois Basketball

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The 200 Level with Mike Carpenter

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The Portal Giveth (05/01/22) 29:48

2M ago29:48

29:48

Illinois basketball secures another big commitment, this time from the transfer portal: Terrence Shannon Jr., a 6'6" wing who can fill it up and play lock down D. Mike Carpenter reacts to the news, compares the Underwood era to Self's tenure, and digs into the delicious rivalry that's developed between the Illini and Michigan basketball programs.…

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Illini Inquirer Podcast: An Illinois Fighting Illini athletics podcast

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Ep. 444 - Terrence Shannon Jr. commits to Illinois 37:52

2M ago37:52

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Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner discuss the impact of top-10 transfer Terrence Shannon Jr. committing to Illinois. The guys discuss what he brings to Brad Underwood’s roster, what his strengths are, and where the offseason goes from here. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Ep. 443 - J Leman wraps up spring ball: 'Six wins isn't out of the question' 43:16

2M ago43:16

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Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner catches up with All-American LB J Leman following Illinois' spring scrimmage. J gives his thoughts about both sides of the ball, and details what he's most intrigued to see from Year Two under Bret Bielema. The guys also discuss what other Big Ten teams are poised to have strong seasons. Learn more about your ad choi…

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Illini Inquirer Podcast: An Illinois Fighting Illini athletics podcast

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Ep. 442 - Spring Scrimmage Synopsis 48:01

2M ago48:01

48:01

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner talks with Joey Wagner about Bret Bielema's second spring practice season coming to a close, and how much can actually be learned from the scrimmage. The guys discuss a potential QB battle between Tommy DeVito and Art Sitkowski, and some surprise emergences on the defensive side of the ball. Learn more about your ad …

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The 200 Level with Mike Carpenter

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Kofi Proburn (04/20/22) 34:58

2M ago34:58

34:58

Kofi Cockburn announces his decision to go pro, leaving as an all-time Illini great. Mike Carpenter reflects on Kofi's three seasons in Champaign, his immediate impact on the fortunes of Illinois basketball, and how his legacy stacks up against other legends. Also, he discusses the likelihood of Kofi getting drafted, the puzzling aspects of the dec…

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Illini Inquirer Podcast: An Illinois Fighting Illini athletics podcast

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Ep. 441 - Farewell to The King 1:01:10

2M ago1:01:10

1:01:10

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner talks to Joey Wagner and Mike LaTulip about Kofi Cockburn's decision to leave Illinois for professional opportunities and what it means for Illinois. The guys discuss Cockburn's legacy at Illinois, the risk/rewards of his decision and how it impacts Illinois basketball moving forward, including how it will change sty…

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Illini Inquirer Podcast: An Illinois Fighting Illini athletics podcast

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Ep. 440 - You serious, Clarks?! 31:30

2M ago31:30

31:30

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner react to Illinois basketball landing a commitment from 2024 guard ZZ Clark, 2022 signee Skyy Clark's brother. The guys discuss what ZZ Clark adds to the Illini long-term, assistant coach Tim Anderson's impressive first year of recruiting, the Illini's great start in the Class of 2024, needs and target…

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Illini Inquirer Podcast: An Illinois Fighting Illini athletics podcast

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Ep. 439 - Piper's pre-labor perceptions 50:39

3M ago50:39

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Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Derek Piper discuss the latest with Illinois basketball's offseason, including Skyy Clark's signing, Brandin Podziemski enter the transfer portal, Kofi Cockburn's impending decision and transfer portal possibilities. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Illini Inquirer Podcast: An Illinois Fighting Illini athletics podcast

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Ep. 438 - Let's go portaling 47:46

3M ago47:46

47:46

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner discuss the latest transfer portal movement for Illinois basketball and football. The guys discuss LSU transfer Brandon Murray's commitment to Georgetown and what it means for Illinois' transfer pursuits, and the guys discuss the potential fits of transfers Terrence Shannon Jr., Courtney Ramey, Jarod …

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Illini Inquirer Podcast: An Illinois Fighting Illini athletics podcast

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Ep. 437 - Skyy High! 36:26

3M ago36:26

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Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Derek Piper react to 5-star guard Skyy Clark's commitment to Illinois basketball. The guys discuss how Illinois landed the former Kentucky commit, how he'll fit into the Illini's guard makeover with fellow 2022 recruits Jayden Epps and Sencire Harris and what's next for Illinois in building its 2022 roster, inclu…

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The 200 Level with Mike Carpenter

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Skyy’s the Commit (04/07/22) 34:52

3M ago34:52

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Skyy Clark, a 5-star point guard, commits to Brad Underwood's Illinois basketball program. Mike Carpenter discusses the huge addition, and how it signals a new era of sustainable success. Also, he looks at the Illini roster next year and how it will fare both in conference play and nationally.By Mike Carpenter

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Illini Inquirer Podcast: An Illinois Fighting Illini athletics podcast

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Ep. 436 - Mike LaTulip's season in review, offseason preview 1:23:13

3M ago1:23:13

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Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner chats with Mike LaTulip to put a bow on the 2021-22 Illini basketball season and preview an already eventful offseason. The guys start by discussing the aftermath of a 2021-22 season that saw Illinois win its first share of the Big Ten regular-season title in 17 years but also another disappointing second-round NCAA …

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Ep. 435 - Trieu talk on Illini football recruiting; Underwood's extension 36:30

3M ago36:30

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Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner discusses Illinois basketball coach Brad Underwood's contract extension before chatting about Illinois football recruiting with 247Sports national recruiting analyst Allen Trieu, who gives thoughts on Kaden Feagin, Antwon Hayden, Brandon Henderson, Pat Farrell, Roderick Pierce, Malik Elzy and Jyaire Hill. Learn more …

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The 200 Level with Mike Carpenter

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The Offseason Cometh (03/29/22) 35:59

3M ago35:59

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Transfers, portals, commits . . . oh my! With so many things to keep track of, Mike Carpenter takes a dive into all the offseason storylines, beginning with the transfer of Andre Curbelo. Later, he discusses names that should excite any Illini basketball fan, and why there are few (if any) programs in the Big Ten in better shape going forward.…

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The Big Ten Has Been Slapped Out Of The 2022 NCAA Basketball Tournament 33:31

3M ago33:31

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Another Elite Eight arrived with no Big Ten teams. So what happened? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy SB Nation

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Illini Inquirer Podcast: An Illinois Fighting Illini athletics podcast

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Ep. 434 - What Offseason? 1:02:50

3M ago1:02:50

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Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner discuss a busy week to start the college basketball and spring ball offseason, Illinois football's latest commitment and spring ball. The guys start by giving their thoughts on Andre Curbelo's transfer, the latest news on five-star 2022 guard Skyy Clark and the transfer portal. Then the guys discuss t…

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Illini Inquirer Podcast: An Illinois Fighting Illini athletics podcast

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Ep. 433 - Illini Hoops Offseason Mega-Preview 1:02:50

3M ago1:02:50

1:02:50

Illini Inquirer's Derek Piper and Jeremy Werner look ahead to what could be a very busy Illinois basketball offseason of comings and goings for the program. The guys first break down the current roster and big decisions for some key players, including Kofi Cockburn. Then the guys break down potential offseason targets, including five-star guard Sky…

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Ep. 432 - Illini land King of Arthur 41:33

3M ago41:33

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Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner discuss Illinois football landing 4-star Arthur-Lovington-Atwood-Hammond running back Kaden Feagin, how the Illini beat out Notre Dame and Iowa, what he brings to the program and what his commitment could mean for the rest of the Class of 2023. The guys then share some thoughts on new Illinois women's…

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NCAA Tournament Sweet 16 Preview: Why Aren't There More Big Ten Teams? 1:07:00

3M ago1:07:00

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Nine Big Ten teams entered. Two made it through the first weekend. So...what happened? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy SB Nation

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