Illini Inquirer Podcast: An Illinois Fighting Illini athletics podcast

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner discuss Illinois basketball's 105-60 win over Valencia during their Spain tour and also discuss the Big Ten's addition of Washington and Oregon to the conference. The guys then share their biggest takeaways from the first week of Illinois football training camp. The guys hit on the health of an important defender, position battles on the offensive line and at quarterback, standout freshmen and more. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just $1 at Illini Inquirer: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner discusses his big questions following the Big Ten's expansion to Oregon and Washington and what this all means for the future of college sports. Then Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip joins the show to discuss how much we can read into box scores of Illinois basketball's three-game trip to Spain, including an 84-73 comeback win over the Madrid All-Stars on Sunday. How concerning are shooting struggles and how encouraging is the strong defense and rebounding? The guys also discuss the roles of Sencire Harris and Luke Goode. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just $1 at Illini Inquirer: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Inside Zone's Matt Fortuna joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to discuss the latest tremors in potential college football realignment, including whether the Pac-12 will survive, if the Big Ten will look to add Oregon and Washington and if Notre Dame will ever join a conference. Matt then weighs in on the 2023 season for Illinois football and what's next for Northwestern football. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just $1 at Illini Inquirer: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Derek Piper and Jeremy Werner preview Illinois basketball's upcoming trip to Spain and what can be gained from the experience. The guys then discuss their takeaways from an open practice, including some positives, some concerns and some individual standouts. Piper then discusses Illinois hosting two Class of 2024 guards for fall official visits. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just $1 at Illini Inquirer: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner discuss what they learned from Big Ten Media Days about the Big Ten at large and Illinois football, including Bret Bielema's long-term commitment, the addition of Jim Leonhard and attempting to sustain success. Then the guys answer 10 questions entering Illini football training camp, including position battles and which freshmen could make an impact. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just $1 at Illini Inquirer: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Purdue coach Ryan Walters and BTN analyst Jake Butt join the Illini Inquirer Podcast from Big Ten Media Days. Walters talks with Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner about his first eight months as Purdue's head coach, how his time under Bret Bielema prepared him for the job and recruiting and coaching against Illinois. BTN analyst Jake Butt then joins Werner to discuss why he's high on Illinois for the 2023 season, the Big Ten West race and how his alma mater, Michigan, has risen to the top of the Big Ten. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just $1 at Illini Inquirer: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illinois athletics director Josh Whitman and Illini star defensive linemen Johnny Newton and Keith Randolph join the Illini Inquirer Podcast live from Big Ten Media Days. Whitman joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to discuss his partnership with Illinois head coach Bret Bielema, the keys to sustaining success with football, the Northwestern hazing scandal, NIL and student-athlete compensation. Newton and Randolph then join Werner and Joey Wagner to discuss why they returned to Illinois, goals and expectations for the 2023 season and much more. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just $1 at Illini Inquirer: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner previews the biggest storylines of Big Ten Media Days. Lions247's Tyler Donahue then joins Werner to break down Penn State football's 2023 outlook, including whether this is James Franklin's best chance to win a Big Ten title, whether PSU has the best defense in the conference and expectations for sophomore QB Drew Allar. InsideMdSports.com's Jeff Erman then joins Werner to discuss what Mike Locksley has built so far at Maryland following back-to-back bowl wins and expectations for the Terrapins during the 2023 season. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just $1 at Illini Inquirer: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Derek Piper and Jeremy Werner break down three-star Yorkville forward Jason Jakstys' commitment to Illinois basketball, why the Illini prioritized him, what he brings to the Illini and who could be next in the Illini's Class of 2024. Then the guys discuss Ayo Dosunmu re-signing with the Chicago Bulls and what it means for his NBA career and Illinois' recruiting efforts. The guys end the podcast grading Illinois football's long-awaited jersey unveiling. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just $1 at Illini Inquirer: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner continues his lookahead of Illinois football 2023 Big Ten opponents. Hawkeye Insider's David Eicholt discusses the Brian Ferentz situation at Iowa, the Hawkeyes making splashes in the transfer portal and whether Iowa should be considered the Big Ten West favorite. Peegs.com's Matthew Weaver joins the Illini Inquirer Podcast to discuss Indiana football's struggles the last two seasons, whether head coach Tom Allen is on the hot seat, the nature of the IU football job and whether a huge transfer influx can propel the Hoosiers forward in 2023. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just $1 at Illini Inquirer: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer publisher Jeremy Werner checks in with Minnesota and Nebraska to preview their 2023 football seasons. Ryan Burns of Gopher Illustrated breaks down P.J. Fleck's successful tenure and whether the Gophers can withstand losses of its stars to contend once again for a Big Ten West title. Mike Schaefer of Husker247 then joins Werner to discuss how new head coach Matt Rhule has impacted the Nebraska football program and expectations for his first season. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just $1 at Illini Inquirer: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

BoilerSportsReport.com's Mick Walker joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to discuss Ryan Walters inaugural season with the Boilermakers and what to expect from Purdue this season; Michael Hogan of Badger247 joins Jeremy Werner to talk about what Luke Fickell is bringing to Madison and the outlook for the 2023 Wisconsin Badgers. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just $1 at Illini Inquirer: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

ESPN's Adam Rittenberg joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to discuss covering Northwestern's hazing scandal, NU leadership's handling of the situation, Pat Fitzgerald's firing, what's next for Northwestern football and what the Wildcats need in its next head football coach. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just $1 at Illini Inquirer: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Derek Piper joins Jeremy Werner to give his biggest takeaways from Nike EYBL's Peach Jam. Piper weighs in on Illini commit Morez Johnson's big week and what he saw from 2024 F Jason Jakstys, 2024 G Mikey Lewis and 2025 G Jeremiah Fears. Piper then breaks down what he's hearing about summer workouts for the Illini's younger players and the guys discuss Zach Hamer and Tyler Underwood getting promoted to on-court assistant coaching roles. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just $1 at Illini Inquirer: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer publisher Jeremy Werner reacts to Pat Fitzgerald's stunning firing and what it means for Northwestern. Werner then chats with City/Suburban Hoops Report's Joe Henricksen about Illini basketball commit Morez Johnson's continued ascent and how he projects to the Big Ten. Henricksen then weighs in on 2024 Illini target Jason Jakstys as well as 2025 in-state natives Phoenix Gill and Jeremiah Fears. The guys wrap up by discussing the impact of the transfer portal on prep basketball recruiting. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just $1 at Illini Inquirer: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner break down Illinois football landing a commitment from four-star running back Ca'Lil Valentine, what he brings to Illinois and what it means for the Class of 2024. The guys also discuss the Class of 2024 as a whole and who the Illini could focus on next. The guys wrap up the show discussing the hazing allegations at Northwestern. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just $1 at Illini Inquirer: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner discuss the latest with Illinois football and recruiting. The guys discuss the latest 2024 commitment from three-star Nebraska tight end Tanner Hollinger and what he brings. The guys also discuss some top targets committing elsewhere and two four-star RB decisions this week from Darrion Dupree and Ca'lil Valentine. The guys wrap up the show discussing Big Ten coaches rankings, Big Ten West odds and Illini basketball commit Morez Johnson's big start to July. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just $1 at Illini Inquirer: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner reacts to Illinois football landing three-star 2024 OL Caleb Pyfrom and breaks down what it means for the Illini program and the Class of 2024. Werner then chats with 670 The Score's Cody Westerlund about Ayo Dosunmu's NBA career and the state of the Chicago Bulls. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just $1 at Illini Inquirer: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner discusses Illinois football's latest commitment from three-star Florida defensive back Chase Green and what it means for the Class of 2024. Derek Piper then joins Werner to discuss whether Illinois basketball's 2023-24 roster is set, the latest from workouts and prep recruiting, including 2025 guard Phoenix Gill and 2024 forward Jason Jakstys. The guys also dive into the Brandin Podziemski conversation. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just $1 at Illini Inquirer: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner react to Illinois football's two latest additions to the Class of 2024: three-star EDGE Joe Barna and three-star DB Amar Reynolds. The guys break down the month of 10 commitments so far, what the new additions bring and what's next in the Class of 2024. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just $1 at Illini Inquirer: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner react to Illinois football adding two more commitments in the Class of 2024, landing three-star in-state TE Karsen Konkel and flipping three-star Florida DB Vernon Woodward from Wisconsin. The guys break down what each brings to the class and what it means for the Class of 2024. The guys also preview two Top247 official visitors this week and another big weekend of official visitors to close out June. Wagner and Werner close out by discussing the biggest takeaways from Josh Whitman's annual media roundtable. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just $1 at Illini Inquirer: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner breaks down the latest with Illinois football recruiting, including four-star Chicago Kenwood EDGE Marquise Lightfoot's official visit and what to know heading into another big wave of official visitors this weekend. Then Werner chats with PrepHoops.com's Scott Burgess (@scottybscout) about Illinois basketball's in-state recruiting efforts. Burgess gives the latest evaluation on four-star 2024 Illini commit Morez Johnson and 2025 St. Ignatius star Phoenix Gill, son of Illini great Kendall Gill. He also discusses his thoughts on new Illini 2024 offer Jason Jakstys and a potentially loaded in-state Class of 2027. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just $1 at Illini Inquirer: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Derek Piper joins Jeremy Werner to discuss the latest with Illinois basketball's 2023-24 roster. The guys discuss the concerns about point guard and whether it will cap the Illini's ceiling next season. Piper discusses Jeremiah Williams' status, what Ty Rodgers and Dra Gibbs-Lawhorn could bring at point guard and how Brad Underwood must scheme this team. The guys also discuss the positives about the roster and why this team could be better than last season. Derek then breaks down some of the Illini's top Class of 2024 and 2025 targets as summer recruiting heats up. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just $1 at Illini Inquirer: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner, Ryan Easterling and Joey Wagner discuss Illinois football landing four more commitments in the Class of 2024: three-star OL/DL Eddie Tuerk, three-star WR Tysean Griffin, three-star OL Zafir Stewart and three-star WR Carlos Orr. The guys discuss what each brings to the Illini and how they impact the Class of 2024, and the guys also discuss Illinois missing out on four-star Naperville North DB Luke Williams, who committed to Purdue. The guys then wrap up by discussing what's next in the Class of 2024. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just $1 at Illini Inquirer: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner, Ryan Easterling and Joey Wagner discuss Illinois football's big recruiting weekend, including two new commitments. The guys discuss what three-star Utah linebacker Easton Baker and three-star Ohio defensive lineman Demetrius John bring to the Illini and how they fit. Then the guys discuss who could be next in the class and break down the other official visitors from the weekend. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just $1 at Illini Inquirer: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner discuss Illinois football's huge recruiting weekend ahead. The guys start the show discussing the Big Ten's new scheduling format, protected rivalries and how it impacts Illinois football. The guys then discuss a huge weekend of official visits for the Illini program, including the most important visitors and what's at stake for the Illini. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just $1 at Illini Inquirer: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

247Sports college basketball writer Isaac Trotter weighs in on the Illini basketball offseason with Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner. Trotter grades the Illini offseason, gives his favorite transfer and breaks down how he expects the Illini to play schematically. Trotter then breaks the Big Ten into tiers with Werner. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just $1 at Illini Inquirer: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Derek Piper and Jeremy Werner react to Illinois basketball missing on Toledo transfer guard RayJ Dennis and landing Iowa State guard Jeremiah Williams. Piper breaks down what went wrong in the Illini's pursuit of Dennis. Then the guys discuss what Williams brings to Illini and the question marks surrounding him and the Illini as currently constructed. Werner wraps up the podcast by talking about new Illinois football commit Prince Ford, a JUCO cornerback, and the Illinois men's golf NCAA Championships. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just $1 at Illini Inquirer: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner, Derek Piper and Mike LaTulip react to Illinois basketball stars' Terrence Shannon Jr. and Coleman Hawkins returning to Illinois. The guys break down what it means for Illinois basketball's 2023-24 season and its pursuit of Toledo transfer guard RayJ Dennis. The guys then discuss Illinois' potential rotation and take listener questions and comments. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just $1 at Illini Inquirer: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner discusses the prolonged RayJ Dennis saga for Illinois men's basketball and Illini men's golf's dominant second round at the 2023 NCAA Championships. Illini Inquirer football recruiting analyst Ryan Easterling then joins to discuss Illinois football's JUCO additions to round out the 2023 roster. The guys break down what new commits Laine Jenkins and Will Leys bring to the program, what transfer safeties Demetrius Hill and Clayton Bush add and what JUCO WR targets Jamai East and Jayden Dixon-Veal could bring. The guys then wrap up by discussing some spotlight June official visitors for Illini football. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

All-American linebacker and Illini Inquirer football analyst J Leman joins Jeremy Werner to go in-depth on his expectations for Illinois football in 2023. Leman discusses how the defense continues its high standard despite losing its star play caller, Ryan Walters, and several star players to the NFL. Leman then talks about what steps Illinois' offense needs to take in Year Two under offensive coordinator Barry Lunney Jr. and how they do that with the loss of All-American running back Chase Brown. Leman then wraps up by weighing in on where Illinois football stands in the Big Ten West race this season. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just $1 at Illini Inquirer: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illinois women's basketball coach Shauna Green joins Illini Inquirer's Joey Wagner and Jeremy Werner to discuss how she has followed up a strong first season on the court with a strong offseason off the court. Green dives into what transfers Camille Hobby (NC State) and Shay Bollin (Duke) add to her frontcourt and impact her team. She also discusses Class of 2024 recruiting wins and what's key to offseason workouts for her team. Green also weighs in on what felt like a breakthrough year for women's college basketball. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just $1 at Illini Inquirer: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini media icon and The News-Gazette columnist Loren Tate joins the Illini Inquirer Podcast to discuss his life and career covering Illinois for more than six decades, the biggest changes in his profession and his relationships with key Illini figures. Tate also weighs in on some of the historical topics in Illini athletics history. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just $1 at Illini Inquirer: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

247Sports national recruiting analyst Allen Trieu joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to break down Illinois football's Class of 2024 recruiting efforts and Bret Bielema's impact on the program's recruiting. Trieu breaks down what he thinks of the Illini's start to the class and where they stand with several top in-state targets. Trieu also discusses how the three new Big Ten West coaches have made an impact on the recruiting trail. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just $1 at Illini Inquirer: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Derek Piper and Jeremy Werner discuss the impact of the upcoming decisions by RayJ Dennis, Terrence Shannon Jr. and Coleman Hawkins on Illinois basketball. The guys discuss RayJ Dennis taking several visits and what it means for the Illini. The guys then discuss what's at stake for Shannon and Hawkins at this week's NBA Draft Combine and the vibes on whether they'll return to Illinois and leap to the NBA. The guys then discuss a slower prep recruiting approach for Illinois and expectations for the Illini underclassmen next season. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just $1 at Illini Inquirer: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner discuss what FIU transfer safety Demetrius Hill will bring to Illinois football and what more the Illini are looking to add to the roster before summer workouts begin. The guys break down how Hill impacts the projected starting group in the secondary, discuss Bret Bielema's approach to the transfer portal and talk about remaining transfer targets. The guys then discuss the latest on Illinois basketball's Toledo transfer guard RayJ Dennis, Illini women's basketball's recruiting roll and more. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just $1 at Illini Inquirer: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner starts the podcast by discussing three-star QB Trey Petty's commitment to Illinois football and what it means for the Illini. Then 247Sports national college basketball writer Isaac Trotter discusses Hunter Dickinson's decision to transfer to Kansas before evaluating the Illini offseason, including Brad Underwood's plan and the three transfer additions so far. Trotter also discusses a potential fit with Toledo transfer guard Rayj Dennis and NBA Draft decisions for Coleman Hawkins and Terrence Shannon Jr. Trotter then gives his Big Ten basketball winners and losers of the offseason so far. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just $1 at Illini Inquirer: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illinois men's golf coach Mike Small joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to chat about the team's eighth-straight Big Ten Championship, his fifth-year senior stars Adrien Dumont de Chassart and Tommy Kuhl, why his team could be an NCAA Championship contender and how he built this dynasty. Small also discusses what he still wants to accomplish in his golf career. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just $1 at Illini Inquirer: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner chat with Mike LaTulip about the Illini basketball offseason and chats with Joey Wagner about a busy Illini NFL Draft weekend and potential transfer portal options. Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip discusses what Oregon transfer Quincy Guerrier brings to the Illini, how Toledo transfer guard Rayj Dennis could impact the Illini and the NBA Draft decisions coming up for Terrence Shannon Jr. and Coleman Hawkins. Joey Wagner discusses their NFL Draft coverage experiences before breaking down the fits of the four Illini draftees: Devon Witherspoon (Seahawks), Quan Martin (Commander), Sydney Brown (Eagles) and Chase Brown (Bengals) and what a successful draft means for the program. The guys then dive into Illini football's transfer portal need, including a few potential wide receiver possibilities. The guys wrap up talking Illini golf and women's basketball. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just $1 at Illini Inquirer: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner discuss Devon Witherspoon going No. 5 overall to the Seattle Seahawks in the 2023 NFL Draft. Wagner discusses what his view was like Kansas City, the guys hear from Seahawks coach Pete Carroll on Witherspoon and discuss how he fits in Seattle. The guys then discuss what they expect for the rest of the Illini during draft weekend, what they thought of the Bears and Packers first-round picks and the potential fit of Toledo point guard transfer RayJ Dennis with Illini basketball. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just $1 at Illini Inquirer: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Derek Piper and Jeremy Werner discuss Oregon transfer forward Quincy Guerrier's commitment to Illini and what it means for the Illini's 2023-24 roster build. The guys discuss why prep recruiting still matters, how Guerrier fits the Illini frontcourt with or without Coleman Hawkins, how Brad Underwood has revamped a young roster into an old one and how the Illini project based on the metrics. The guys then take listener-submitted questions to wrap up the show. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just $1 at Illini Inquirer: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner put a bow on Illini football spring practice and break down what they learned and what questions remain. The guys start the show talking about a big week for Illini golf, Oregon transfer Quincy Guerrier's visit to Illinois basketball, Oklahoma transfer DB Jaden Davis' visit to Illinois football and Michigan WR/KR A.J. Henning entering the transfer portal. The guys then play a game of Fill in the Blank to break down Illini spring ball, discussing the quarterbacks, players who rose up the depth chart, freshmen to watch and more. The guys wrap up the show by discussing what Illinois football has accomplished in recruiting this spring. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just $1 at Illini Inquirer: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Derek Piper discuss Illinois basketball hosting Oregon transfer Quincy Guerrier for an official visit and how the fifth-year transfer forward would fit a reshaped roster. The guys then discuss one thing each returning Illinois basketball player can improve during the offseason. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just $1 at Illini Inquirer: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner preview Thursday's Illinois football spring game. The guys break down what they're most looking forward to watching, focusing on quarterback play, a revamped secondary and depth at certain positions. The guys then mention some other individuals they're interested to see before taking listener-submitted questions, including on Class of 2024 recruiting. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just $1 at Illini Inquirer: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner discuss a busy week of news for Illinois athletics. The guys discuss the impact of NC State transfer center Camille Hobby signing with Illinois women's basketball before chatting about Terrence Shannon Jr.'s declaration for the NBA Draft and what it means for the Illini's offseason roster construction. The guys then dive into who they're looking forward to seeing play in next week's Illini football spring game, the new Big Ten commissioner and a few big recruiting visitors this weekend for Illini football. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just $1 at Illini Inquirer: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip joins Jeremy Werner to break down the Illini's transfer additions of Marcus Domask (Southern Illinois) and Justin Harmon (Utah Valley). LaTulip gives individual scouting reports on both players and discusses how each fits into the Illini's offseason plans. The guys then discuss how they could impact the retention of Terrence Shannon Jr. and Coleman Hawkins and the Illini's returners. The guys then discuss the Illini's pursuit of a lead guard and transfer additions elsewhere in the Big Ten. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just $1 at Illini Inquirer: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Derek Piper and Jeremy Werner discuss the latest in transfer recruiting for Illinois basketball, including SIU transfer Marcus Domask's commitment and what could be next. Piper breaks down what Domask brings to Illinois and how he fits on the floor. Then the guys discuss potential other transfer options, including lead guards. The guys end the show discussing other transfer commitments to Big Ten programs and answering listener-submitted questions. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just $1 at Illini Inquirer: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

247Sports' Isaac Trotter joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to discuss the transfer portal and Illinois basketball's transfer options, including TJ Bamba, LJ Cryer, Ace Baldwin, Cormac Ryan, Kaden Shedrick, Hunter Dickinson, Brandon Murray, Javian McCollum and more. The guys then answer some live YouTube commenters. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just $1 at Illini Inquirer: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Derek Piper and Jeremy Werner weigh in on Illinois guard RJ Melendez entering the transfer portal and some new big names entering the transfer portal, including Hunter Dickinson, LJ Cryer and Max Abmas. Piper breaks down some potential transfer possibilities for Illinois and the timing of it, and the guys go over how Big Ten teams have been impacted by the portal so far this offseason. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just $1 at Illini Inquirer: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner discuss their main takeaways from Illinois football's open spring scrimmage on Saturday and some players who could be rising up the depth chart this spring. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just $1 at Illini Inquirer: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices