Illini Inquirer Podcast: An Illinois Fighting Illini athletics podcast

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  Spotify ,  Apple Podcasts ,  Google Podcasts ,  Stit...

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 style of play and what they need to add in his place...

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 targets for 2023 and a new outlook for Illinois basketba...

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.

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 Lucas, Nahiem Alleyne and Bryce Hopkins. Then the...

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, including the latest on potential transfer targets.

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 Tournament exit. The guys then discuss the transfe...

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.

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 three-star East St. Louis linebacker Antwon Hayden'...

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 Skyy Clark and transfer options, and what Illinois ho...

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 basketball coach Shauna Green.

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner preview the start of 2022 Illinois football spring practice. The guys discuss the potential impact of new offensive coordinator Barry Lunney Jr. and then break down each position group with potential position battles and breakout performers.

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner, Joey Wagner and Derek Piper react to Illinois basketball's 68-53 second-round NCAA Tournament loss to Houston and the end of the 2021-22 season. The guys discuss what went so wrong with the Illinois offense and guard play to close the season, flashes from the freshmen, Andre Curbelo sitting for the final 26 minutes and how this season will be remembered. The guys t...

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Derek Piper react to Illinois basketball's 54-53 NCAA Tournament first-round win over Chattanooga. The guys discuss how Illinois came back to win a game it led for only 25 seconds, why it trailed for almost 39 minutes to a No. 13 seed and preview Sunday's Round of 32 matchup against Houston.

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner chats with Chattanooga reporter Josh Roe about the Mocs, and then Werner, Derek Piper and Joey Wagner give their final thoughts from the road on Illinois basketball's NCAA Tournament draw.

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Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip gives his thoughts on Illinois basketball's NCAA Tournament draw and how he feels about the team heading into March Madness. LaTulip breaks down what he thinks of the first-round matchup with the No. 14 Chattanooga Mocs and his takeaways from the loss to Indiana in the Big Ten Tournament. The guys then discuss why Andre Curbelo is seemingly a polariz...