Illini Inquirer Podcast: An Illinois Fighting Illini athletics podcast

Illini Inquirer's Derek Piper and Jeremy Werner react to Illinois basketball's 86-63 rout of Rutgers. The guys discuss Terrence Shannon Jr.'s return to the court and the vibes at State Farm Center, big games from Justin Harmon and Quincy Guerrier and what it means moving forward in the Big Ten race.

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Derek Piper react to Illinois guard Terrence Shannon Jr. being reinstated to the Illini basketball team after a federal judge awarded him a preliminary injunction, lifting his suspension following a rape charge. The guys discuss the judge's decision, how Shannon's legal team won and the ramifications. The guys then discuss how Shannon is integrated back into the...

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Derek Piper react to Illinois basketball's 88-73 win at Michigan. The guys break down Coleman Hawkins' career-best performance and what's led to his breakout this season. The guys also discuss why Brad Underwood has owned Juwan Howard, big nights from Quincy Guerrier and Ty Rodgers and the Illini's key second-half run. The guys then discuss Brad Underwood's chan...

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner weighs in on Bret Bielema's Illinois football staff shakeup. Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip then joins Werner to break down Illinois basketball's home split last week. He discusses his biggest concerns from a 76-67 loss to Maryland, whether Illinois has too short of a rotation and what we've learned about this team's capabilities since Terrence Shan...

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Derek Piper react to Illinois basketball's 76-67 home loss to Maryland. The guys discuss why they couldn't contain the Terrapins offense and why the Illini went ice-cold. The guys then look ahead to a road game at Michigan.

Illini Inquirer's Derek Piper and Jeremy Werner react to Illinois basketball's 71-68 win over Michigan State. The guys discuss how the team matched the Spartans' urgency and closed out a close game at home. The guys also discuss how Ty Rodgers beat Michigan State's defensive strategy and how Coleman Hawkins has elevated his game.

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner discuss the Illinois football offseason so far. The guys grade how the staff has addressed the transfer portal so far and rank the top remaining needs for the team. The guys then answer listener-submitted questions about the Illini offseason and 2024 roster.  Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spot...

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner discusses Terrence Shannon Jr.'s filing for a temporary restraining order in an attempt to return to play. Then Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip joins Werner to discuss Illinois basketball's 83-78 loss at No. 1 Purdue, how the Boilermakers defended Ty Rodgers, Marcus Domask's star rise and a B1G week ahead, including Shannon's TRO filing and home game...

Illini Inquirer's Derek Piper and Jeremy Werner react to Illinois basketball's 83-78 loss at No. 1 Purdue. The guys discuss a slow start, a late rally and big games from Marcus Domask and Luke Goode. Then they look ahead to two B1G home games next week against Michigan State and Maryland. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8   Oth...

Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip joins Jeremy Werner to discuss how Illinois basketball has handled the indefinite suspension of star guard Terrence Shannon Jr., their two blowout wins in Shannon's absence, why 'booty ball' is so effective, the importance of Coleman Hawkins and Quincy Guerrier and the emergences of Justin Harmon and Ty Rodgers. LaTulip then previews Friday's matchup...

Illini Inquirer's Derek Piper and Jeremy Werner react to Illinois basketball's 96-66 rout of Northwestern as Big Ten play resumes. The guys discuss big games from Marcus Domask and Justin Harmon, why this offense is clicking and if we should raise expectations without Terrence Shannon Jr. The guys also look ahead to Friday's top-10 matchup at No. 1 Purdue. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: *...

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Derek Piper discuss Illinois' suspension of Terrence Shannon Jr. following his arrest on a rape charge, what we know, the timeline and what's next. The guys then discuss how it impacts Illinois on the basketball court and what we learned about the Shannon-less Illini in a 104-71 win over Farleigh Dickinson in which several Illini stepped up. The guys also discus...

247Sports' national basketball writer Isaac Trotter joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to break down his thoughts on Illinois, if he's buying them as a Big Ten and national contender, his lingering concerns about the Illini and if Brad Underwood will be a contender for Big Ten Coach of the Year. Trotter then opines on the rest of the Big Ten, including contenders, bubble teams and disappointing...

Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip joins Jeremy Werner to react to Illinois basketball's 97-73 win over Missouri and previews the nonconference finale against Fairleigh Dickinson. LaTulip breaks down how Terrence Shannon, Quincy Guerrier and Coleman Hawkins have all taken their game to the next level, why the Illini offense has become so efficient, Friday's game against Fairleigh Dick...

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Derek Piper discuss Illinois basketball's 97-73 rout of Missouri, including a dominant performance by Terrence Shannon Jr., Quincy Guerrier's career-best performance, Coleman Hawkins' season-best performance and more. Then the guys discuss what we've learned about this team during a crucial stretch in December. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https...

Illinois executive director of personnel and recruiting Pat Embleton joins Jeremy Werner to discuss Illini football's recruiting approach. Embleton discusses the 2024 signing class and the Illini's approach to in-state recruiting, JUCO recruiting and the transfer portal. He also discusses changes he'd like to see the NCAA make and what he takes pride in about the Illini's recruiting and how they c...

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner break down Illinois Football's 2024 Signing Day additions and two transfer offensive line commitments: New Mexico OT JC Davis and Michigan State OL Kevin Wigenton. The guys also are joined by Illinois offensive coordinator Barry Lunney Jr and Illinois defensive coordinator Aaron Henry, who break down the recruiting class and their sides of the ball....

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner previews Illinois football's national signing day and the transfer portal. Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip then joins Werner to give his thoughts on the Illini's win over Colgate, help for Terrence Shannon Jr., freshmen playing time, Braggin' Rights and what Brad Underwood has done well so far this season. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple...

Illini Inquirer's Derek Piper and Jeremy Werner react to Illinois basketball's 74-57 win over Colgate. The guys discuss a mature approach to a finals-week matchup against a mid-major team, a balanced scoring performance, Terrence Shannon Jr.'s first-half dominance and Friday's Braggin' Rights matchup against Mizzou. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: ht...

Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip joins Derek Piper to break down Illinois basketball's loss to Tennessee and gives his updated thoughts on Illini Hoops. LaTulip discusses what led to the loss including the Illini making some mistakes in their first true road game of the season.

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Derek Piper react to the Illini's 86-79 loss at Tennessee and then Joey Wagner joins to break down Enyce Sledge committing to Illinois Football.

Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip joins Jeremy Werner to break down Illinois basketball's win over No. 11 FAU and previews Saturday's game at No. 17 Tennessee. LaTulip discusses what led to Marcus Domask's career night and what the SIU transfer's emergence does for Illini star Terrence Shannon Jr. LaTulup also breaks down the impact of Coleman Hawkins' return, Justin Harmon settling...

Illini Inquirer's Derek Piper live from Madison Square Garden joins Jeremy Werner to discuss No. 20 Illinois basketball's 98-89 over No. 11 Florida Atlantic. The guys discuss marquee performances from Marcus Domask (33 points) and Terrence Shannon Jr. (33 points) and what this win says about Illinois. The guys also look ahead to Saturday's game at No. 17 Tennessee. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podca...

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner breaks down Illinois football's transfer portal needs, targets and approach. Then he chats with Field of 68's Rob Dauster to preview Illinois basketball's Jimmy V Classic matchup with Florida Atlantic, what he makes of the Illini and his thoughts on the Big Ten and the NCAA at large. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: htt...

Illini Inquirer's Derek Piper live from Jersey Mike's Arena and Jeremy Werner discuss Illinois basketball's dominant 76-58 road win at Rutgers to start Big Ten play. The guys break down big performances from Terrence Shannon Jr. and Marcus Domask, the impact of Coleman Hawkins' return, improved offense and the potential of this defense. The guys also look ahead to Tuesday's game against Florida At...