Best Illinois Athletics Podcasts (2024)

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Ep. 834 - How will UCLA and Washington fare in the Big Ten? 57:07

1h ago57:07

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Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner catches up with Dawgman.com's Chris Fetters and Bruin Report Online's David Woods to discuss Washington and UCLA transitioning into the Big Ten. Fetters discusses Washington's big changes with a new athletics director, new football coach and new basketball coach and the expectations of the Huskies in the Big Ten. Woo…

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Making Illinois Predictions and a Whole Lot Of Big Ten Talk | Sleepers Pod 7-23-24 1:43:33

3h ago1:43:33

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Big Ten offseason grades inspired by busting brackets! Predicting every Illinois player's points per game average! Putting Big Ten coaches into tiers! PRESENTED BY: Duncan Mechanical Solutions - heating and air conditioning, plumbing, kitchen and bath remodeling and more for Northeast Indiana and Southern Michigan. Go to duncanmechanicalsolutions.c…

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Taylor McGregor - Chicago Cubs field reporter on her dad's legacy, trusting in Jesus and women in baseball 38:01

1h ago38:01

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Taylor McGregor is the Chicago Cubs field reporter for Marquee Sports Network in Chicago. She also serves as a sideline reporter for ESPN and ABC on their college football Saturday broadcasts. Today on the podcast, Taylor shares on the importance of finding her identity and fulfillment in Jesus rather than in her career. She discusses the challenge…

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The Easiest CBB Programs To Win At and Brian Rauf's First Sleepers Draft | Sleepers Pod 7-22-24 56:54

4h ago56:54

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The top 10 easiest programs to win at in college basketball! Summer League player power rankings! A college basketball dynasty snake draft! PRESENTED BY: Duncan Mechanical Solutions - heating and air conditioning, plumbing, kitchen and bath remodeling and more for Northeast Indiana and Southern Michigan. Go to duncanmechanicalsolutions.com for more…

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Riley joins the Sleepers to get Nostalgic and name unexpected All-Americans | Sleepers Pod 7-19-24 1:31:45

3h ago1:31:45

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Naming super unexpected All-Americans! Nostalgia draft for our favorite college basketball teams! Recruit breakdown for the NBA Academy's latest star, Julius Halaifonua! PRESENTED BY: Duncan Mechanical Solutions - heating and air conditioning, plumbing, kitchen and bath remodeling and more for Northeast Indiana and Southern Michigan. Go to duncanme…

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Noah Kim - Coastal Carolina QB on new opportunities and growing in his faith 25:58

1h ago25:58

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Noah Kim is a college quarterback at Coastal Carolina. From 2020-2023, he was with Michigan State and became a starter for the Spartans in 2023. In high school, Kim led Westfield High School in Virginia to an undefeated season and a state championship as a sophomore and was 41-2 in his high school career. Today on the podcast, we talk to Noah Kim a…

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Ep. 833 - How will USC and Oregon fare in the Big Ten? 47:53

2h ago47:53

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Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner catches up with two reporters who cover two new Big Ten programs. Duck Territory's Erik Skopil discusses how Oregon will transition to the Big Ten, what Dan Lanning has brought to the Ducks program, the power of Phil Knight, expectations for the 2024 season and the state of the Oregon basketball program. Then USCFoot…

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Another day another draft, plus some Michigan State predictions | Sleepers Pod 7-18-24 1:10:16

3h ago1:10:16

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Drafting the most fun CBB players of the last 20 years! Guessing PPG averages for every Michigan State player! DraftKings is running special Bronny bets? PRESENTED BY: Duncan Mechanical Solutions - heating and air conditioning, plumbing, kitchen and bath remodeling and more for Northeast Indiana and Southern Michigan. Go to duncanmechanicalsolution…

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Ep. 832 - CBS Sports' Tom Fornelli on Illini football, 2024 Big Ten season 38:26

1h ago38:26

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CBS Sports' Tom Fornelli joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to chat about a transformative college football season with the Big Ten and SEC officially expanding and the Pac-12 dead, as well as the start of a 12-team College Football Playoff. Fornelli then gives his thoughts on the 2024 Illini, Bret Bielema's program and reasons for optimism and …

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An Early NBA Re-Draft, Top 25 Worst Case Scenarios, and A New Tiermaker | Sleepers Pod 7-17-24 1:08:55

8h ago1:08:55

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Re-drafting the 2024 NBA Draft! What could go wrong for every top 25 team in CBB? College basketball player tiermaker! PRESENTED BY: Duncan Mechanical Solutions - heating and air conditioning, plumbing, kitchen and bath remodeling and more for Northeast Indiana and Southern Michigan. Go to duncanmechanicalsolutions.com for more.…

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Drafting The Most Enjoyable Athletes Of All-Time And Some Purdue Predictions | Sleepers Pod 7-16-24 1:11:47

8h ago1:11:47

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Predicting the PPG averages for every player on Purdue! Drafting the most enjoyable athletes of all-time! Predicting the All-B1G first team! PRESENTED BY: Duncan Mechanical Solutions - heating and air conditioning, plumbing, kitchen and bath remodeling and more for Northeast Indiana and Southern Michigan. Go to duncanmechanicalsolutions.com for mor…

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Scott Hanson - NFL RedZone host on his role at the 2024 Summer Olympics, being bold in his faith and finishing well 43:14

2h ago43:14

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Scott Hanson is the host of the NFL's RedZone channel every Sunday afternoon during the NFL season. He joined NFL Media in 2006 as a national reporter covering all 32 teams. He transitioned into studio hosting in 2008, and was named the host of NFL RedZone during its inaugural season in 2009. Produced by NFL Network, NFL RedZone whips around every …

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POC Big Ten season previews featuring Illinois and Rutgers 1:30:25

4h ago1:30:25

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In this episode of the Podcast of Champions hosts Ryan Abraham and David Woods are kicking off their Big Ten season previews with Illinois and Rutgers. First up Jeremy Werner from IlliniInquirer.com joins the show to talk about what Bret Bielema has been up to this off-season getting the Fighting Illini ready for an expanded and improved Big Ten co…

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Carter and Greg draft All-Time Big Ten Teams and give out video game ratings | Sleepers Pod 7-15-24 45:59

6h ago45:59

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Drafting All-Time Big Ten basketball teams! College basketball player video game ratings! The selection committee's newest NCAA tournament metrics! PRESENTED BY: Duncan Mechanical Solutions - heating and air conditioning, plumbing, kitchen and bath remodeling and more for Northeast Indiana and Southern Michigan. Go to duncanmechanicalsolutions.com …

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Riley brings out the trade machine and names the 5 most intimidating coaches | Sleepers Pod 7-12-24 1:38:42

1d ago1:38:42

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The 5 most intimidating coaches on the recruiting trail in college basketball! College basketball trade machine! Blue blood over/unders! PRESENTED BY: Duncan Mechanical Solutions - heating and air conditioning, plumbing, kitchen and bath remodeling and more for Northeast Indiana and Southern Michigan. Go to duncanmechanicalsolutions.com for more.…

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Kelly Cheng - Olympic Beach Volleyball player on preparing for Paris 2024 and rooting her identity in Christ 51:52

1d ago51:52

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Kelly Cheng is a beach volleyball player with Team USA. She and her partner, Sara Hughes, won the gold medal at the 2023 FIVB Beach Volleyball World Championships, establishing them as medal contenders for the 2024 Paris Olympics. Cheng competed in the 2020-21 Tokyo Games with Sarah Sponcil, finishing in ninth place. Though they’ve spent time with …

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Ep. 831 - Big Ten basketball offseason roundtable with Mike LaTulip & Isaac Trotter 1:39:37

2d ago1:39:37

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Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip and 247Sports college basketball reporter Isaac Trotter join Jeremy Werner to break down the Big Ten basketball offseason and how teams stack up in the conference. The guys discuss who had the best offseason, who had the worst offseason, who is the Big Ten title favorite, who is overrated, who could b…

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Greg and Carter predict a million different Big Ten Over/Unders | Sleepers Pod 7-11-24 1:16:13

2d ago1:16:13

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Reacting to CBK Report's top 30 sophomores! Predicting a million different Big Ten over/unders! 5 teams that will surprise everyone and finish the year ranked! PRESENTED BY: Duncan Mechanical Solutions - heating and air conditioning, plumbing, kitchen and bath remodeling and more for Northeast Indiana and Southern Michigan. Go to duncanmechanicalso…

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Ep. 830 - Illini football's top returners for 2024 season 1:17:21

3d ago1:17:21

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After an offseason of discussing transfer and prep additions to Illinois football, Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner dive into the returning players who will make the biggest impact on the Illini's 2024 season, including QB Luke Altmyer, RB Kaden Feagin, WR Pat Bryant, OLBs Seth Coleman and Gabe Jacas, LB Dylan Rosiek, DBs Xavier Scot…

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Greg and Carter play a "generational" new game called 5 in 5 out | Sleepers Pod 7-10-24 1:04:11

3d ago1:04:11

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Discussing Evan Miya's final transfer rankings! The 8 truly "generational" basketball prospects since 2003! A brand new game called "5 in 5 out!" PRESENTED BY: Duncan Mechanical Solutions - heating and air conditioning, plumbing, kitchen and bath remodeling and more for Northeast Indiana and Southern Michigan. Go to duncanmechanicalsolutions.com fo…

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Introducing the NEW Podcast of Champions talking B1G football w/ Bill Bender from the Sporting News 1:16:54

7d ago1:16:54

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In this episode of the Podcast of Champions hosts Ryan Abraham and David Woods are in studio for the official launch of the new version of the POC, where we shift from covering Pac-12 football (RIP) to covering Big Ten football. Dave and Ryan will now focus on this new super conference, with former Pac-12 programs Oregon, Washington, UCLA and USC j…

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A Corny ReviVILLE, Olympic Pool Play, and Star Freshmen Predictions | Sleepers Pod 7-09-24 1:02:33

5d ago1:02:33

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Pat Kelsey's corny ReviVILLE! Olympic basketball pool play is set! Predicting PPG averages for the best freshmen! PRESENTED BY: Duncan Mechanical Solutions - heating and air conditioning, plumbing, kitchen and bath remodeling and more for Northeast Indiana and Southern Michigan. Go to duncanmechanicalsolutions.com for more.…

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Lex Luger - Pro wrestling legend on redemption and giving his life to Jesus 39:29

4d ago39:29

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Lex Luger is a former professional wrestler in the WCW and WWE. He is a 2-time WCW World Heavyweight champion and in 1993, was voted the most popular wrestler of the year by Pro Wrestling Illustrated. Prior to his professional wrestling career, Luger was a pro football player with the Montreal Alouettes in the CFL, the Green Bay Packers in the NFL …

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Ep. 829 - Stephen Bardo breaks down Illini offseason 48:13

5d ago48:13

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Flyin' Illini great Stephen Bardo joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to discuss the Illini basketball offseason, including 10 newcomers, Ty Rodgers' next steps as a player, how they'll play stylistically and Brad Underwood's evolution. Bardo also weighs in on Terrence Shannon Jr. getting selected No. 27 overall in the NBA Draft by the Minnesota …

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Torvik fireworks, an American Flagg, and a long Summer League weekend | Sleepers Pod 7-08-24 1:01:12

6d ago1:01:12

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Early NBA Summer League reactions! Torvik 2025 projections are here and they are causing drama! Cooper Flagg cooked in the Team USA scrimmage!By Sleepers Media

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Ep. 828 - Reviewing Illini football's summer recruiting haul 1:13:07

8d ago1:13:07

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Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner, Joey Wagner and Ryan Easterling discuss the seven commitments Illinois football has added to the Class of 2025 during the last month, including Jershaun Newton. The guys also discuss the toughest misses of the cycle so far, remaining needs and what they think overall of the Illini's recruiting efforts under Bret Bie…

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Ranking College Basketball players and listening to Riley get mad at Armando | Sleepers Pod 7-05-24 1:01:27

8d ago1:01:27

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College Basketball player rankings pt. 4, players 31-40! One guy we wish would have played for our school! Reacting to Armando Bacot's, "I wanted to go to Duke" comments!By Sleepers Media

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LaKisha Williams - H.S. Track and Field coach on grieving the loss of her husband, overcoming fear and being a relatable coach 38:53

8d ago38:53

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LaKisha Williams is a track and field coach at Porter Ridge High School in North Carolina. In college, she was a track athlete at Kent State where she met her future husband, Jason Williams. Together, they opened a bakery in 2012 and partnered with the LeBron James Foundation to create a "Just a Kid from Akron" cherry cola cupcake. She is currently…

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Spend your July 4th watching Carter and Greg make lists and give grades | Sleepers Pod 7-04-24 1:15:15

18d ago1:15:15

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Updated preseason top 25! 5 most likely summer league superstars! Grading every pick in the NBA Draft!By Sleepers Media

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Iowa Football: Offensive Superlatives, Possible Big Ten Media Day Representatives 39:16

10d ago39:16

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The Hawkeye offense is the biggest talking point of the offseason, so let's dive right into it! HawkeyeInsider's David Eickholt and Sean Bock discuss Iowa's biggest question mark about it, who faces the most pressure from the coaching staff, biggest upgrade and much more. The two of them also discuss possible players that they would like to see at …

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Ep. 827 - Jeremiah Fears decommits; Overreacting to limited practice video 1:05:23

19d ago1:05:23

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Illini Inquirer's Derek Piper and Jeremy Werner discuss four-star 2025 guard Jeremiah Fears' decommitment, why it makes sense for Fears and why it makes sense for Illinois and what's next in the Illini's 2025 pursuits. The guys then overanalyze practice video released by Illinois basketball, what excites them the most, what they're skeptical of mos…

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Building Our Dream CBB Program, Wooden Award Odds, A Game Of Good Or Bad | Sleepers Pod 7-03-24 1:03:11

11d ago1:03:11

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Building our dream college basketball program! Taking a look at the Wooden Award odds! Playing a game of good or bad!By Sleepers Media

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NBA Free Agency Winners/Losers, 2025 NBA Mock Draft, NBA All-Rookie Teams | Sleepers Pod 7-02-24 46:33

12d ago46:33

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NBA Free Agency biggest winners/losers! Way too early 2025 NBA mock draft! Predicting the 2024-25 NBA All-Rookie teams!By Sleepers Media

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Elvis Amoh - Pro soccer player on God's will, dealing with setbacks and glorifying Jesus' name 32:03

11d ago32:03

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Elvis Amoh is a professional soccer player with Detroit City FC in the USL. Prior to Detroit, he was with Hartford Athletic, Rio Grande Valley and Colorado Springs. He is the founder of “Footballers for Christ” on Instagram. Today on the podcast, Elvis Amoh shares his journey of faith and how his relationship with Jesus Christ transformed his persp…

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Crewing, Pacing, & Tackling the Tahoe 200! 1:04:41

18d ago1:04:41

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Crewing, Pacing, & tackling the Tahoe 200! No lie, running 200 miles is a BIG deal, & preparing to help someone else achieve their 200 mile race is a BIG responsibility. OMC coaches Loretta, Reese, & special guest Coach Katie answer the questions of how to prepare for crewing & pacing to help ensure a runner’s success on race day. Topics include : …

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2024 NBA Draft Recap: 5 Winners, 5 Losers, 2nd Round Steals | Sleepers Pod 7-01-24 1:33:47

13d ago1:33:47

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5 biggest NBA Draft winners 5 biggest NBA Draft losers The biggest 2nd round steals PRESENTED BY NBA2KLab! See our full 75-player big board in their 2024 NBA Draft Simulator here: https://www.nba2klab.com/nba-draft-simulator Play more 2K mini-games here: nba2klab.com/nba-mini-gamesBy Sleepers Media

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Ep. 826 - How Terrence Shannon Jr. fits with T'Wolves 55:22

15d ago55:22

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Minneapolis Star Tribune reporter Chris Hine joins Illini Inquirer's Derek Piper and Jeremy Werner to discuss the Minnesota Timberwolves drafting Terrence Shannon Jr. with the No. 27 pick, how he fits in with the NBA Finals contender and superstar Anthony Edwards. Then Piper and Werner discuss Shannon's draft-night experience, his legacy at Illinoi…

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