Best The Daily Illini Podcasts (2024)

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Why Bret Bielema is NOT HAPPY With the Wisconsin Badgers | Illini Podcast 20:22

3d ago20:22

20:22

After winning 3 Rose Bowls as the Head Coach of the Wisconsin Badgers, it was reported in an article today that the relationship between the Head Coach and school has iced lately as the Badgers used some trickery which may or may not have been sportsmanlike in their October 25-21 victory over the Illini. Welcome to Locked On Illini, your one-stop s…

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Weekend Extra: What It's Like To Work Big Ten Media Week| Illini Podcast 19:52

6h ago19:52

19:52

What is it like to get credentialed for your first conference media week? Sunny & Abbie describe the details of what it's like from the minute you get your credential to going home in this fun weekend episode of Locked on Illini. Welcome to Locked On Illini, your one-stop show for all things Illinois Fighting Illini football and basketball! Join ho…

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Daily Cards Live 7-26-24 MLB Trades/Nationals Preview 23:57

1d ago23:57

23:57

Bob Ramsey and Joe Roderick bring you up to date with the latest trades, plus what the Cardinals needs/wants could be, along with a quick preview of the weekend series vs the Nationals at Busch

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Sherrone Moore says Michigan Football Goal is to Win it All, Again 24:57

15m ago24:57

24:57

Most of the Michigan football roster and staff will look different going into the 2024 college football season. But new Michigan football coach Sherrone Moore says the goal is the same as last year; win it all! MICHIGAN WIN IT ALL, AGAIN? Win it all? Yes Moore says the goals of winning rivalry games, Big Ten Championships, getting into the College …

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BIG TEN MEDIA DAYS: Ryan Day Under Huge Pressure at Ohio State! 27:55

4d ago27:55

27:55

During Big Ten Media Days in Indianapolis Ohio State Football coach Ryan Day acknowledged he is under immense pressure going into the 2024 college football season. He is also delegating a lot of responsibility to Chip Kelly, his new offensive coordinator. He says he trusts him with his life…and his high powered offense. Being the head coach of the …

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The Future of Illini Basketball Recruiting? | Big Ten Media Days Recap | Illini Podcast 27:54

6h ago27:54

27:54

What does the future of Illinois basketball recruiting look like? Today we look into @sleepersmedia video from last week and dissect whether the Brad Underwood and Orlando Antigua combination has been more flash than substance as suggested in the video. Welcome to Locked On Illini, your one-stop show for all things Illinois Fighting Illini football…

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EXPANSION: Commissioner Tony Petitti Speaks; Connor Stalions Netflix Special "Sign Stealer" 30:03

5d ago30:03

30:03

Big Ten Media Days are underway in Indianapolis this week and Big Ten Commissioner Tony Petitti kicked off the 2024 college football season with his annual State of the Conference address. Petitti welcomed new schools USC, UCLA, Oregon and Washington as they officially join the Big Ten August 2. PETITTI: ACADEMICS IMPORTANT FOR EXPANSION Petitti al…

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(The What If Episode) Worst Case Scenarios for the Illini Men's Basketball Team | Illini Podcast 24:20

5d ago24:20

24:20

Illini basketball fans have been riding high this offseason as we all seem to be very excited about what the men's roster has the potential to look like. But what if the moves do not pan out? We run down the worst case scenarios for each individual players and why we may need to temper our enthusiasm a bit. Welcome to Locked On Illini, your one-sto…

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BONUS: Live from Big Ten Media Days (Recap) | Illini Podcast 10:09

4h ago10:09

10:09

Day one of Big Ten Media Days is complete and before they shut down the lights at Lucas Oil Stadium, I wanted to give a quick recap of some of initial impressions given. 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 prev…

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Daily Cards Live 7-23-24 Cards Face Skenes 13:20

5d ago13:20

13:20

Bob Ramsey and Joe Roderick preview tonight's game of Cardinals vs Paul Skenes with a look around the rest of MLB

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EXPANSION: Commissioner Tony Petitti Kicks off Big Ten Media Days with Questions About Expansion 28:50

6d ago28:50

28:50

The annual Big Ten Media Days have finally arrived in Indianapolis as we prepare to kick off the college football and Big Ten football season. This is the most exciting time of year as hope reigns eternal for just about every Big Ten school. Commissioner Tony Petitti will address everyone in his State of the Conference and all eighteen coaches and …

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Big Ten Media Day Preview | Illini Offer 2028 #1 In-State Star Cole Kelly | Illini Podcast 19:01

6d ago19:01

19:01

Big Ten Media days are here and I'll be there! In today's episode I'll discuss what kinds of questions I'll have for Illini Head Coach Bret Bielema and also some of the other information I will be seeking from the other speakers there. I'll also comment on the Illini making two new football coaching hires and offering 2028 basketball prospect Cole …

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Daily Cards Live 7-22-24 Pirates Preview 19:11

6d ago19:11

19:11

Bob Ramsey and Joe Roderick preview the first of 3 games vs the Pirates in Pittsburgh

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Weekend Joe 7-19-24 1:02:40

6d ago1:02:40

1:02:40

Driven by: Mungenast St Louis Acura Mungenast Alton Toyota

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Lunch w/ Claibs & Joe 7-22-24 48:13

6d ago48:13

48:13

Mike Claiborne and Joe Roderick look back at the Cardinals weekend in Atlanta, talk Trade Deadline options, and preview the upcoming Olympics.

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Why the Illini Are Prioritizing Cayden Boozer (Not His Brother?) | Ohio State 2024 Season Preview 35:01

7d ago35:01

35:01

In today's episode, Sunny once again takes a look at the latest recruitment strategy of Brad Underwood and the Fighting Illini as they have decided to focus their efforts on Cayden Boozer and not his highly rated brother, Cameron. We then kick off our Big Ten Preview series as JR from @OhioStateVOCFB joins to give us the lowdown on the Buckeyes ros…

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EXPANSION: North Carolina Tar Heels to Big Ten? How's Maryland Football Looking for 2024? 28:09

7d ago28:09

28:09

On the eve of Big Ten Media Days in Indianapolis there is no doubt that future college football expansion and realignment will be media buzz words directed toward commissioner Tony Petitti Tuesday. IF NOT FSU, HOW ABOUT NC? And while we, and the rest of the college football world have been focusing on Florida State and Clemson because they are tang…

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Weekend Rundown: Ivisic on Campus | Is Terrence Shannon Jr Injured? | Jeremiah Fears to Oklahoma 12:19

8d ago12:19

12:19

We're thrilled to announce that Tomislav Ivišić has officially made it to the Illini campus. We'll discuss what this means for the team and how his arrival could impact the upcoming season. Next, we have an important update on Terrence Shannon Jr.'s summer league injury. We'll provide the latest details on his condition, the expected recovery timel…

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Daily Cards Live 7-19-24 Second Half Begins Tonight 13:38

9d ago13:38

13:38

Bob Ramsey and Joe Roderick preview the weekend series vs the Braves and give their Wish List for the upcoming MLB Trade Deadline

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Jonathan Smith Turning Tide for Michigan State Football; Where is Mel Tucker These Days? 27:06

10d ago27:06

27:06

Michigan State football coach Jonathan Smith has had a lot to do since he took over for disgraced football coach Mel Tucker following last season. It feels like he has had to completely reset the once proud program ahead of the 2024 college football season. SPARTANS ARE SOLID AT QB Jonathan Smith doubled down on local recruiting and the transfer po…

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Cayden Boozer to Illinois? Illini Targeting 2025 5 Star Guard | Witherspoon Voted Top 10 NFL CB | 23:00

10d ago23:00

23:00

In this episode of 'Locked On Illini,' we dive into the exciting news of head coach Brad Underwood's pursuit of Cayden Boozer. As a 5-star recruit, Boozer's commitment would be a monumental addition to the Fighting Illini roster. We'll explore Boozer's impressive skill set, his potential fit within Underwood's system, and how this recruitment refle…

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ROW THE BOAT: PJ Fleck and Minnesota Football Sinking? 26:32

19m ago26:32

26:32

What direction is Minnesota Golden Gophers football heading as we approach the 2024 college football season? Will PJ Fleck and his team be a factor? The Gophers replace departed quarterback Athan Kaliakmanis with an FCS quarterback. And he is backed up by two freshman. We are nervous about the Gophers passing game and we will describe why in detail…

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The Future of College Sports & Realignment: Where does Illinois Fit In? | TSJ's Role in the NBA 27:45

11d ago27:45

27:45

In this video, we dive deep into the ongoing realignment in college athletics and explore how these changes could impact the University of Illinois. With major conferences reshuffling and schools jumping ship, is Illinois at risk of being left out? Join us as we analyze the latest developments, the potential scenarios, and what it all means for Fig…

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Iowa Football Winning Formula: More Defense, No Offense; Penn State White Out Announced 27:51

12d ago27:51

27:51

More of the same is in store for the Iowa Hawkeyes football team for the 2024 college football season. Kirk Ferentz and his team will grind out another sluggish offense, play spectacular defense, and win a lot of games in the Big Ten. That is the Iowa football formula under Ferentz and the Hawkeyes. Last year they took that winning formula to an ex…

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Is Luke Altmyer Poised to Make the Leap at Quarterback? | 2024 QB Room Preview | Illini Podcast 27:18

12d ago27:18

27:18

Welcome to our latest episode, where we evaluate whether Luke Altmyer is ready to elevate his game in his second full season and become one of the top quarterbacks in the Big Ten for the Fighting Illini! In this video, we'll break down Luke's development, his performance improvements, and the potential he has to lead the Illini to success in the hi…

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Daily Cards Live 7-16-24 Derby Recap/ASG Preview 14:14

12d ago14:14

14:14

Joe Roderick is in Arlington, TX and is joined by Bob Ramsey to talk about last night's Home Run Derby, and preview tonight's 94th All Star Game, with starting lineups and more.

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FINALLY! Nebraska Football Breakout Season is Here! 25:40

35m ago25:40

25:40

Matt Rhule begins year two with his Nebraska Football team and the preseason hope is as high as ever. And for good reason. The Huskers will be the breakout team for the 2024 college football season in the Big Ten. Now, we are not claiming the Huskers will be in the Big Ten championship. But with a fan base that has been clamoring for a bowl game ap…

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Illini Star Hinting at Return of 'Booty Ball'? | Ivisic Returning Soon? | EA College Football 25 23:42

13d ago23:42

23:42

In this episode, we dive deep into the buzz around Coach Brad Underwood potentially bringing back the famed 'Booty Ball' offense for the upcoming season. But there's a twist—this time, Ben Humrichous steps into the spotlight, taking over the role previously held by Marcus Domask. Join us as we analyze what this strategic move means for the Illini, …

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Daily Cards Live 7-15-24 Draft Recap/Derby Preview 22:58

13d ago22:58

22:58

Joe Roderick is in Arlington, TX as he and Bob Ramsey recap last night's MLB Draft and preview tonight's Home Run Derby

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EXPANSION:  Big Ten Turned its Back on Florida State?  Do Indiana and Purdue Have Fighting Chance? 27:13

14d ago27:13

27:13

Is the Big Ten ignoring Florida State and an expansion opportunity to add the Seminoles to the conference? Does the same go for Clemson regarding any college football realignment talk? Why do we ask? There has been recent chatter that those schools, who are trying to legally leave the ACC and their media deal may be huddling with the Big 12. WHAT I…

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Future Illini? 5 Star Jasper Johnson's Big Decision Looms | TSJ Summer League Update 22:27

14d ago22:27

22:27

Join us as we dive into the latest update on 5-star high school basketball sensation Jasper Johnson. We’ll focus on how his impressive scoring abilities could make a significant impact with the Illinois Fighting Illini next season. From his sharp shooting to his dynamic playmaking, find out why Johnson could be the perfect addition to Illinois’ ros…

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Weekend Joe 7-13-24 42:32

15d ago42:32

42:32

Driven by: Mungenast St Louis Acura and Mungenast Burkard Alton Toyota Matt Snyder joins the show

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Rapid Reaction: Terrence Shannon Jr ERUPTS for 25 In NBA Summer League Debut! 8:26

16d ago8:26

8:26

In a thrilling showcase of talent and potential, Terrence Shannon Jr. made a spectacular entrance into the NBA Summer League, leaving fans and scouts buzzing with excitement. In his debut game, Shannon Jr. lit up the court, scoring an impressive 25 points, grabbing 3 rebounds, swatting away 2 shots, and stealing the ball once. His dynamic performan…

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Daily Cards Live 7-12-24 Cards/Cubs Preview + ASG News 16:17

16d ago16:17

16:17

Bob Ramsey and Joe Roderick preview the weekend series vs the Cubs at Busch, plus news on next week's All Star Game

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Can Rutgers Get 10 Wins in Breakout Year for Greg Schiano? 27:33

17d ago27:33

27:33

Greg Schiano and his Rutgers football team are poised for a big year. How big? Can they get 8, 9 or 10 wins this year? What? That would stun college football and the Big Ten. But, yes it is possible. How? TAKE THE OVER ON 6.5 WINS! First of all this is a team that went 6-6 in the regular season last year. And they were in the brutal East division t…

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Wisconsin Football Brutal Schedule! Hard to See Improvement in 2024 26:15

18d ago26:15

26:15

Wisconsin football may be better in year two for head coach Luke Fickell but improvement may be hard to see if they do not win more than 7 games following a 7-6 season in 2023. Their schedule is brutal. And, here is the kicker; They do not have to play Michigan or Ohio State and things are still going to be tough. That is life in the newly expanded…

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Will the Illini Get MULTIPLE 1st Round Draft Picks Next Year? | NCAA FOOTBALL 2025 Ratings 29:38

18d ago29:38

29:38

Terrence Shannon Jr was in the first round of the 2024 NBA Draft however for this fun episode, Kent from Casual Big Ten joins Sunny to discuss a couple Illini who are already showing up in 2025 mock drafts. Also we discuss the lack of Illini presence in the top 100 rated players in the new EA Sports College Football 2025. Lastly, we make fun of the…

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Daily Cards Live 7-10-24 DH vs Royals 17:31

18d ago17:31

17:31

Bob Ramsey and Joe Roderick preview today's doubleheader vs the Royals at Busch

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Penn State Makes College Football Playoffs if Drew Allar Improves at QB 25:41

3d ago25:41

25:41

Penn State football will make the college football playoffs if quarterback Drew Allar improves from 2023. It is time for him to live up to his 5-star billing. His 25 touchdown - 2 interception ratio was great last year. The problem is he would not or could not throw deep and stretch the defense. Allar may not have taken chances because of overbeari…

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Brandin Podziemski Continues Taking Shots at Brad Underwood/Illinois | Top Big Ten Football Matchups 32:29

19d ago32:29

32:29

Brandin Podziemski once again continues to be passive-aggressive against Brad Underwood in a recent twitter exchange. We explore whether Brad Underwood did the right thing or not in having Brandin not play many minutes during his freshman season. Also, we invite back Big Ten Ted to discuss what are the biggest conference matchups in the Big Ten thi…

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Ohio State Football All In for Championship 31:28

4d ago31:28

31:28

Coach Ryan Day and The Ohio State football team are all in on their quest to win a Big Ten championship and a college football national championship in 2024. The pieces are in place. This team is loaded on both sides of the ball. Day figured out the transfer portal and the school doubled down on Name, Image, and Likeness for its top players. And Oh…

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Breakdown of Illini Basketball's BRUTAL Schedule | Phil Steele FB Unit Ranks | Illini Podcast 22:21

20d ago22:21

22:21

Brad Underwood may be turning over almost his complete roster but that does not mean that he is going to take it easy on guys like Kasparas Jakucionis, Morez Johnson, & Will Riley. In this episode we break down the five biggest marquee OOC games and order them in difficulty. JOIN OUR BRAND ILLINI INSIDERS SUBTEXT COMMUNITY! https://joinsubtext.com/…

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Daily Cards Live 7-8-24 Series Wrap Up in DC 13:06

20d ago13:06

13:06

Bob Ramsey and Joe Roderick preview the finale of the Cards/Nationals series

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Lunch w/ Claibs & Joe 7-8-24 47:18

20d ago47:18

47:18

Mike Claiborne and Joe Roderick recap the past weekend in sports, talk Cardinals baseball, NBA free agency, and Olympic Women's Water Polo Broadcasting from Mungenast St Louis Acura

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Can Michigan Football Repeat as College Football Champions? 28:38

16d ago28:38

28:38

Can Michigan football repeat as the national champions of college football or win their 4th straight Big Ten title? Well, those are two different questions with possibly two different answers. We will say this much; Michigan football will be a lot stronger than most people think ahead of the 2024 college football season. Despite losing head coach J…

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Why I Think Jeremiah Fears May Still One Day Be an Illini | Thoughts on Shauna Green/Mizzou FB 24:34

21d ago24:34

24:34

Jeremiah Fears is not going to be suiting up for the Fighting Illini next season but I explore possibilities that might mean he could still end up in Champaign in the future. Also, I talk about my thoughts on Missouri being on the schedule starting in 2026 and also give my comments on Shauna Green's reported potential extension. ** Warning** : I ha…

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RAPID REACTION: Jershaun Newton COMMITS to the Illini! | Film Analysis | Illini Podcast 30:29

24d ago30:29

30:29

3 Star Jershaun Newton, brother of Illini legend Jerzhan Newton has committed to the Illini! Once again, Justin Adams from the @Bigtenshow & the Nebraska - Voice of College football channel joins to break down the film, and to be frank, we both really liked what we saw. JOIN OUR BRAND NEW DISCORD! Follow us on X at @Illinicast! Follow Justin at: @T…

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Daily Cards Live 7-3-24 Grand Gorman 13:08

25d ago13:08

13:08

Bob Ramsey and Joe Roderick look back on Tuesday's series opening win over the Pirates, with Gorman and Helsley discussion, and a look at tonight's lineups

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EXPANSION: Maryland Terps Roadmap for Oregon, Washington, USC and UCLA 27:44

26d ago27:44

27:44

The Maryland Terps joined the Big Ten 10 years ago this week. Can Oregon, Washington, USC and UCLA learn from their example as they navigate the new world of college football once they join the conference next month? TERPS SHOW THE WAY FOR 4 NEW BIG TEN TEAMS The Terps took the long road to respectability as Mike Locksley has just posted back to ba…

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Why the Illini Are On Their Way to the Top of College Basketball | Coach Bielema on 670 Radio Recap 24:22

26d ago24:22

24:22

A recent report showed that Illinois ranked #4 in the entire country in revenue for college basketball. Today we discuss why that piece of information is all the confirmation we need to show that the Fighting Illini are well on their way to becoming a force to be dealt with on the basketball court. JOIN OUR BRAND NEW DISCORD! Follow us on X at @Ill…

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