Illini Inquirer Podcast: An Illinois Fighting Illini athletics podcast

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

Illini Inquirer's Derek Piper and Jeremy Werner discuss the latest in the Illinois basketball offseason, including Jayden Epps and Brandon Lieb entering the transfer portal, Dain Dainja returning to Illinois and potential transfer targets. 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 reviews the 2022-23 Illinois basketball offseason and discusses the keys to the offseason for Brad Underwood's program. The guys react to Jayden Epps entering the transfer portal, Dain Dainja announcing his return to Illinois and Coleman Hawkins declaring for the draft. LaTulip then breaks down potential transfer fits 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

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner break down the top-10 storylines of Illinois spring football, including key returners, position battles, a new-look quarterback room and recruiting. Also, enjoy the guys getting duped by a fake Illinois basketball tweet! 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 review the 2022-23 Illinois basketball season and preview the offseason. The guys start by discussing a disappointing end to a once-promising season and discuss why the end of the season didn't live up to the early-season hype. The guys then dig in to what could be an eventful offseason, including NBA Draft decisions, the importance of continuity, potential transfer portal additions and coaching adjustments. 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

CBS Sports draft analyst Josh Edwards discusses the Chicago Bears trade of the No. 1 pick, the strengths of the draft and the Illini's top four NFL Draft prospects: DB Devon Witherspoon, DB Sydney Brown, DB Quan Martin and RB Chase Brown. 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

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Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip breaks down Illinois basketball's matchup against Arkansas in the first round of the NCAA Tournament, what he thinks of Illinois entering March Madness and a potential second-round matchup with No. 1 seed Kansas. Mike then discusses his bracket picks. 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

Bally Sports bracketologist Brad Evans breaks down the 2023 NCAA Tournament bracket with Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner. Brad gives his thoughts on the Illini's draw and first-round matchup with Arkansas. Brad then breaks down each region of the bracket, his favorites, his fades and his potential Cinderellas. 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 Joey Wagner react to the NCAA Tournament draws for Illinois men's basketball and Illinois women's basketball. The guys break down the Illini men's first-round draw against No. 8 Arkansas and a potential second-round game against No. 1 Kansas. Then HawgSports.com's Curtis Wilkerson breaks down the Razorbacks, potential lottery picks Nick Smith and Anthony Black and Arkansas' strengths and weaknesses. 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's 79-76 loss to Penn State in the second round of the NCAA Tournament. The guys discuss why Penn State was such a bad matchup for Illinois this season and the Illini's issues in creating consistent offense and closing games. The guys then look ahead to Illinois' NCAA Tournament outlook following six losses in its last 10 games. 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 defensive coordinator Aaron Henry joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner to discuss three Illinois defensive backs likely to get drafted, taking over as defensive coordinator, his new assistant coaches and his young secondary. 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

Field of 68's Trevor Vallese and 247Sports' Isaac Trotter join Jeremy Werner to review the Big Ten basketball regular season and preview the postseason. The guys start by talking Illinois basketball and then hand out Big Ten superlatives, including biggest surprise, biggest disappointment and more. Then the guys do a Big Ten Tournament draft before previewing the potential coaching carousel. 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 senior forward Matthew Mayer joins the Illini Inquirer Podcast. Mayer discusses the return of his mullet, his season at Illinois, the NCAA Tournament, his NBA Draft stock, his offensive repertoire, analytics, his relationship with Brad Underwood 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 basketball analyst Mike LaTulip joins Jeremy Werner to break down Illinois basketball's 76-71 loss at No. 5 Purdue and preview the postseason. Mike dives into the Illini's early-game issues and potential fixes, Coleman Hawkins' immense value and Matthew Mayer's shot selection. He then gives his thoughts on drawing Penn State in the Big Ten Tournament and what Illinois is playing for this week in Chicago. 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's 76-71 loss at No. 5 Purdue. The guys discuss the crazy variance of this team, which trailed by 21 at halftime but erased the deficit with a minute remaining, and the potential reasons behind it -- and potential fixes. And the guys discuss good efforts from Coleman Hawkins, Luke Goode and Sencire Harris before putting a letter grade on the regular season and previewing the postseason. 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's 91-87 double-overtime win over Michigan. The guys discuss all the twists and turns of a wacky game, big overtime performances from seniors Matthew Mayer and Terrence Shannon Jr., Ty Rodgers' continued emergence and RJ Melendez stepping up. The guys also discuss why they like Hunter Dickinson and Juwan Howard, the crazy race for a Big Ten Tournament and the Illini's matchup on Sunday at Purdue. The guys wrap up by taking live listener 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

Illinois women's basketball coach Shauna Green reflects on a memorable first regular season, previews the postseason and discusses what Year One success can do for her long-term build at Illinois. 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

CBS Sports' Tom Fornelli joins Jeremy Werner to discuss Illini football and the future of college football. The guys start by discussing what it was like for Tom, an Illinois grad, to watch Illinois football in 2022 and what Bret Bielema has brought to the program. He also discusses his expectations for the Illini and the rest of the Big Ten West in 2023. The guys then discuss the future of Big Ten football scheduling and college football realignment before Tom gives his thoughts on the four Illini participating in this week's NFL Scouting Combine. 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/3eGM1 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's 72-60 loss at Ohio State. The guys discuss the disappointing loss and what it says about this team, their continued offensive struggles and poor approach and recent struggles for Jayden Epps and Dain Dainja. The guys then discuss next week's final week of the Big Ten regular season (Michigan and at Purdue) and how they feel about this team heading into March. 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 Illinois basketball's comeback 66-62 win over No. 21 Northwestern. He discusses his impressions from inside the arena, what changed between the first and second halves as well as big performances from Terrence Shannon, Matthew Mayer, Sencire Harris and Ty Rodgers. LaTulip then looks ahead to the next two games against Ohio State and Michigan and discusses the race for a double-bye in the Big Ten Tournament. 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's wild comeback win over No. 21 Northwestern, coming back from an 18-point deficit against the Wildcats. The guys discuss a monster second half from Terrence Shannon Jr. and freshmen Ty Rodgers and Sencire Harris again making big impacts on a win. The guys also discuss Boo Buie's big night and look ahead to Sunday's game at Ohio State. 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

Bally Sports' bracketologist Brad Evans breaks down Illinois basketball's NCAA Tournament résumé, the Illini's best/worst case scenarios for seeding, the Big Ten's chances in the tournament and potential favorites and sleepers in the Big Dance. 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