Illini Inquirer Podcast: An Illinois Fighting Illini athletics podcast

Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip breaks down his takeaways from Illinois basketball's 1-1 record in the Main Event. He discusses Terrence Shannon's big game against UCLA and struggles against Virginia; what he saw from the freshmen guards Skyy Clark, Jayden Epps and Sencire Harris; how Dain Dainja, Coleman Hawkins and RJ Melendez asserted themselves; and what Brad Underwood and his staff can take from two games against top competition. 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

All-American linebacker J Leman joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to break down Illinois football's 19-17 loss at No. 3 Michigan. Leman discusses what led to the Illini loss, including questionable officiating, special teams miscues and a conservative play call late. But Leman also highlights some big positives, including great play in the trenches and the Illini stars shining. Leman then looks ahead to the season finale against Northwestern and whether this season will be thought of as a "What if" 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 react to Illinois basketball's 70-61 loss to Virginia in the Main Event championship game. The guys discuss the Illini's late-game fade and what they can learn from failing to close out, how Virginia frustrated Terrence Shannon Jr., a big performance from freshman guard Jayden Epps and what we learned about Illinois against two top-20 opponents. 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 comeback 79-70 win over No. 8 UCLA at the Main Event in Las Vegas. The guys discuss what the Illini showed coming back from a 15-point second-half deficit against one of the best teams in the country, Terrence Shannon's record-setting performance, Matthew Mayer's best game as an Illini, how freshman guard Sencire Harris changed the game and Brad Underwood's key coaching move. The guys then preview Sunday's Main Event title game against Virginia. 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 Illinois at No. 3 Michigan with Alejandro Zúñiga and Joey Wagner. Zúñiga, from The Michigan Insider, discusses the program's rise under Jim Harbaugh the last two seasons, their dominant running game and dominant defense, QB J.J. McCarthy's first year as a starter and the matchup against Illinois. Wagner then breaks down the Illini's matchup against Michigan, how the Illini respond after back-to-back losses and some key players to watch in the game. The guys then discuss the Illini flipping three-star East St. Louis OL Brandon Henderson's Iowa State commitment. 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 weigh in on what he's seen from the Illini through three games including great initial impressions of transfers Terrence Shannon Jr. and Dain Dainja, growth from the freshmen guards and what's going on with Matthew Mayer. LaTulip then looks ahead to the Illini's marquee matchups at the Main Event in Las Vegas this weekend, including Friday's game against UCLA. 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 103-65 rout of Monmouth. The guys break down a big game from Terrence Shannon Jr., growth from the freshmen guards, another good performance from Dain Dainja, Matthew Mayer and Coleman Hawkins' off night. The guys then preview two big games in Vegas this weekend, including Friday night's battle against No. 8 UCLA, and what they want to see. 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

All-American linebacker J Leman joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to break down Illinois football's 31-24 loss to Purdue. Leman weighs in on what has changed for Illinois the last two weeks, some questionable penalty calls, how opponents have adjusted to Illinois and how injuries have impacted the Illini. Leman then looks ahead to Saturday's trip to No. 3 Michigan and what he wants to see in Ann Arbor. 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 31-24 loss to Purdue, a loss that craters the Illini's chances of winning the Big Ten West. The guys break down an avalanche of penalties (including multiple questionable calls), how Big Ten opponents are adjusting to the Illini offense and defense and how injuries are impacting the team late in the season. The guys then wrap up by talking about why this two-game stretch is so disappointing and what Illinois must do in the offseason. They wrap up by responding to comments from listeners on the live YouTube stream. This is an excerpt from the Illini Inquirer Podcast. 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 86-48 rout of UMKC. The guys break down Dain Dainja's big game (20 points, 15 rebounds, 5 blocks), improved play from the freshmen point guards, steady play from three veteran starters and Matthew Mayer's early struggles. The guys also discuss the Big Ten Championship banner ceremony, Trent Frazier's moment and Bruce Weber's welcome back to Champaign. This is an excerpt from the Illini Inquirer Podcast. 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 a monster Big Ten West game between No. 21 Illinois and Purdue with BlackandGold.com's Tom Dienhart and Joey Wagner. Dienhart breaks down why Purdue lost back-to-back games, a dangerous passing attack, an improved rushing attack, the defense's strengths and weaknesses and what he thinks of the matchup with Illinois. Wagner then joins Werner to give the latest updates on injuries and issues from the MSU game and discuss the matchup against Purdue. 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 Illini basketball signing class and Illinois offensive coordinator Barry Lunney Jr.'s contract extension. Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip then joins Werner to give his thoughts on the Illini basketball Class of 2023: four-star forward Amani Hansberry, four-star guard Dra Gibss-Lawhorn and three-star forward Zacharie Perrin. LaTulip then breaks down the Illini's season-opening win over EIU, including big games from Coleman Hawkins, Terrence Shannon Jr., Dain Dainja and Sencire Harris and his early impressions of Skyy Clark, Jayden Epps, Ty Rodgers and Matthew Mayer. 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 No. 23 Illinois basketball's 87-57 season-opening win over Eastern Illinois. The guys discuss the dynamic duo of Coleman Hawkins (23 points, 12 rebounds) and Terrence Shannon (24 points, 8 rebounds) and big nights off the bench from Dain Dainja (17 points, 10 rebounds) and Sencire Harris (9 points). The guys also discuss their impressions of the other freshmen, RJ Melendez and Matthew Mayer. This is an excerpt from the Illini Inquirer Podcast. 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

All-American linebacker J Leman breaks down issues from Illinois football's 23-15 loss to Michigan State, including red-zone and short-yardage failures, a weak spot in a great defense and a special teams nightmare. Leman then looks ahead to a big matchup against Purdue that will go a long way in determining the Big Ten West champion. This is an excerpt from the Illini Inquirer Podcast. 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 23-15 loss to Michigan State, which snapped a six-game winning streak. The guys break down the mistakes that cost the Illini, including special teams miscues, red-zone issues, a costly fumble and some leaks defensively. Then the guys discuss what's left to play for and the path to a Big Ten West title, including a massive game next week against Purdue. 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 give his thoughts on Illinois basketball's exhibition 87-52 win over Quincy. LaTulip breaks down what he saw from the Illini schematically and his initial impressions of all the key players, including the three transfers and four freshmen. LaTulip then previews Monday's regular-season opener against Eastern Illinois and discusses what he wants to see from 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 discuss all things Illinois football, including the College Football Playoff rankings, the Illini's sustainable winning ways, awards watch lists and more. Then the guys preview Saturday's matchup between No. 16 Illinois and Michigan State, including the impact of Michigan State's suspended players and the strengths and weaknesses of the Spartans. The guys then end the podcast discussing recruiting, including this week's official visitor. This is an excerpt from the Illini Inquirer Podcast. 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 chats with Lansing State Journal columnist Graham Coach about Michigan State football prior to Saturday's game at Illinois. Couch breaks down the fallout of the melee at Michigan and how the suspensions impact the Spartans. He then breaks down both sides of the ball for Michigan State in what has been a disappointing 3-5 (1-4 Big Ten) season so far. He then discusses the state of the program under Mel Tucker and his massive contract extension before discussing Michigan State basketball coach Tom Izzo's team. This is an excerpt from the Illini Inquirer Podcast. 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

All-American linebacker J Leman discusses Illinois football's 26-9 win at Nebraska, how the secondary shut down Trey Palmer, Tommy DeVito's efficiency and how many Illini defenders could make the All-Big Ten team. Leman then looks ahead to Saturday's matchup against Michigan State and talks big picture about the Illini's new-found success. This is an excerpt from the Illini Inquirer Podcast. 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 26-9 win at Nebraska to improve to 7-1 overall (4-1 Big Ten). The guys discuss a workmanlike game; overcoming early adversity; big games from Chase Brown, Sydney Brown and Tommy DeVito; a dominant second-half defensive performance and Caleb Griffin stepping up again at kicker. The guys also look over the big picture of a 7-1 start, the next four games and Bret Bielema's quicker-than-expected impact on this program. This is an excerpt from the Illini Inquirer Podcast. 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 preview the 2022-23 Illinois basketball season. The guys discuss the big changes to the roster, how that will affect style of play and the dynamic of so many newcomers trying to jell during a tough non-conference schedule. The guys then break down the new-look roster, including transfers Terrence Shannon Jr., Matthew Mayer and Dain Dainja and freshmen Skyy Clark, Ty Rodgers, Jayden Epps and Sencire Harris. LaTulip ends the pod by breaking down his thoughts on 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 Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner discuss the 2023 Illinois football schedule release and the latest in Illini football recruiting. The guys then preview Illinois football's game at Nebraska, including interesting narratives and matchups. Werner then talks with Husker247's Mike Schaefer, who breaks down the Cornhuskers' coaching search, how Mickey Joseph has impacted the team and how he thinks Nebraska can compete with No. 17 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

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner weighs in on the impact of Luke Goode's foot fracture on Illinois basketball and three-star Missouri DL Alex Bray's commitment to Illinois. All-American linebacker J Leman the joins Werner to discuss the latest in the Big Ten and give his midseason grades to Illinois football position groups and coaches. 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 latest in Illinois football and recruiting. He discusses what the two new commitments, JUCO OL Dez'Mond Schuster and three-star DB Saboor Karriem, add to the Illini Class of 2023 before discussing the latest on two top-5 in-state Class of 2023 prospects: Chicago Simeon WR Malik Elzy, who decommitted from Cincinnati last week, and Kankakee DB Jyaire Hill. He closes the podcast talking about two new Class of 2023 scholarship offers on the defensive side of the ball. 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 some of Illinois basketball's top recruiting targets in the Classes of 2024 and 2025, including several prospects who visited last weekend: 2024 PG Carlos Harris, 2025 G Melvin Bell and 2025 G Trey McKenney. The guys discuss ZZ Clark's decommitment, the program's relationship with the Chicago-based MeanStreets AAU program, 2024 commit Morez Johnson's impact as a recruiter and where the Illini stand with top-30 Class of 2024 center James Brown. Piper also breaks downs some wing targets in the Class of 2024 and two more in-state targets in the Class of 2025. The guys wrap up discussing the Saturday secret scrimmage against Kansas and former Illini players at new programs. 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

All-American linebacker J Leman joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to break down Illinois football's 26-14 win over Minnesota. Leman discusses the pass defense's dominance, Tommy DeVito's big day, Chase Brown's special season, freshman OLB Gabe Jacas and red-zone issues. Leman then discusses the path ahead, including how they stack up with Purdue in the Big Ten West race. 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 26-14 win over Minnesota. The guys discuss Tommy DeVito's big day after a return from injury, Chase Brown's growing Heisman candidacy, another dominant day for the defense and everything in front of Illinois entering an off week the final five-game stretch, including the Big Ten Championship Game and a top-tier bowl game. The guys then respond to comments and questions from listeners. 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 thoughts on his tour of the Ubben Basketball Complex renovation as well as the announcement of a new Illini wrestling facility. He then previews Illinois vs. Minnesota with Gopher Illustrated's Ryan Burns, who breaks down why the Gophers dominated their first four games before a 20-10 loss two weeks ago to Purdue. Jeremy then gives his final thoughts on Illinois vs. Minnesota. 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 the Big Ten basketball media poll. The guys discuss how their Big Ten basketball 2022-23 projections differed from the consensus and discuss a bit about each team in the conference. The guys then discuss what they've learned about the Illini from a pair of basketball media days, and Derek previews a big recruiting weekend 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

All-American linebacker J Leman joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to react to Illinois football's 9-6 win over Iowa, the defense's dominance, Art Sitkowski replacing Tommy DeVito and a big day from the offensive line. Leman also discusses the future of Bret Bielema and looks ahead to a B1G West showdown with Minnesota. 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 Fighting Illini are 5-1 in 2022 and Bret Bielema has the program leading the Big Ten West in only his second season! Jeremy Werner of IlliniInquirer.com breaks down the win over Iowa, the program's strong play this season, and the optimistic future of Illinois Football. Host: Nick Kosko Guest: Jeremy Werner Follow or Subscribe to The College Football Daily on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Stitcher, or wherever you get your podcasts. Find the 247Sports podcast for your favorite team here! 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 9-6 win over Iowa, the Illini's first win over the Hawkeyes since 2008. Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner react to Illinois football's 9-6 win over Iowa, the Illini's first win over the Hawkeyes since 2008. The guys discuss the continually dominant defense, Tommy DeVito's injury, Barry Lunney Jr.'s play-calling in the red zone and discuss next week's game against Minnesota before taking 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

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner previews Saturday's primetime showdown between Illinois and Iowa football with Hawkeye Insider's David Eickholt and Joey Wagner. Eickholt breaks down what makes Iowa's defense so good and Iowa's offense so bad. He also discusses the keys to the matchup and what this game means for Iowa. Werner and Wagner discuss what this game potentially means for the Illini program, the matchup against the Hawkeyes, their Illini picks to click and potential attendance. 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

All-American linebacker J Leman joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to react to Illinois football's win over Wisconsin and why Illinois dominated. He highlights the dominant defense and how Barry Lunney Jr.'s offense put 34 points on the Badgers. J then looks ahead to a huge matchup against Iowa and discusses Wisconsin firing head coach Paul Chryst following the loss to 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

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner react to Illinois football's 34-10 rout of Wisconsin. The guys discuss how Illinois dominated and what it means for the rest of the season and Bret Bielema's build in Champaign. 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 react to four-star 2023 guard Dra Gibbs-Lawhorn's commitment to Illinois basketball. Piper breaks down why the former Purdue commit decided quickly for Illinois following an official visit and why the top-100 guard became an Illini priority and how he fits the future of the program. The guys then discuss Illini assistant Tim Anderson's recruiting heater, Brad Underwood's success on the recruiting trail and what is next for the staff in 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

Stadium/Field of 68 national reporter Jeff Goodman joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to break down Illinois basketball's 2022-23 outlook and what he saw from newcomers Terrence Shannon Jr., Matthew Mayer, Skyy Clark, Jayden Epps and Ty Rodgers during his recent visit to Champaign. He then gives his thoughts on what Brad Underwood has accomplished in Champaign, the Illini fan base and his memories of the Eric Gordon game. 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' Jeremy Werner previews Illinois vs. Wisconsin with Jim Polzin of the Wisconsin State Journal and Joey Wagner. Polzin discusses how Bret Bielema will be received in Madison, Wisconsin's slow 2-2 start, if there's pressure on coach Paul Chryst and what he thinks of the Wisconsin matchup. Werner and Wagner discuss the first four games of the season for Illinois before giving their keys for the Wisconsin game and what this game means for the Illini program. 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 J Leman joins Jeremy Werner to break down the Illini's win over Chattanooga, including a continually dominating defense and an improving passing attack. Leman then previews a B1G matchup at Wisconsin, discusses what's gone wrong at Northwestern and then ranks the Big Ten West teams through four games. 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 31-0 win over Chattanooga. The guys discuss the passing-game progress under Barry Lunney Jr. and Tommy DeVito, a dominant defense and a huge stretch coming up against Big Ten West contenders Wisconsin, Iowa and Minnesota. 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 Thursday night's game between Illinois and Chattanooga with Mocs beat writer Gene Henley and Joey Wagner. Henley breaks down what makes the Mocs a top-10 FCS program and how they can challenge Illinois. Wagner breaks down the top storylines of the game from Illinois' side. 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 preview four-star 2023 guard Dra Gibbs-Lawthorn's official visit. Piper breaks down why Gibss-Lawthorn is a top target, how he'd fit with Illinois and the Illini's competition. The guys also discuss Zacharie Perrin's delay in getting to Illinois and the top storylines entering start of 20-hour workout weeks for the Illini basketball team. 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 punter Declan Duley committing to Illinois football and some off-week topics around the program. The guys discuss their main takeaways from Duley, an El Paso-Gridley (Ill.) punter committing to Illinois and discuss Illinois again looking for JUCO help on the offensive line. Then the guys discuss some off-week topics, including Ezekiel Holmes' injury, Caleb Griffin's early-season struggles, OC Barry Lunney Jr.'s comments about the offense shooting itself in the football, Bret Bielema's comments about DC Ryan Walters and Nebraska firing Scott Frost. 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

All-American linebacker J Leman joins Jeremy Werner to break down Illinois football's dominant 24-3 win over Virginia. Leman breaks down the Illini's dominant defensive performance against a team that put up 42 points on them last season and some star performances on that side of the ball before discussing an offense that continues to move the ball but continues to shoot itself in the foot. Leman then discusses how he thinks Illinois stacks up in a wildly open Big Ten West and what he thinks Nebraska should look for in its next head 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 Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner react to Illinois football's 24-3 win over Virginia. The guys discuss Ryan Walters' masterpiece as the defense dominated, including star performances from Keith Randolph, Johnny Newton, Gabe Jacas, Matthew Bailey and Devon Witherspoon. Then the guys discuss the dilemma of an offense that is moving the ball but shooting itself in the foot. 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 the full Illini basketball schedule, the latest in recruiting and the team. The guys give their main takeaways from the fully released basketball schedule and discuss the landscape of the Big Ten. Derek then discusses the latest in recruiting before the guys play a game of This or That to discuss topics including: who will lead the team in scoring, which Illini will earn All-Freshman honors and which returner will make the biggest leap this season. 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 Illinois-Virginia with Wahoos247's Jacquie Franciulli, who breaks down first-year HC Tony Elliott's impact on the program and the team's strengths and concerns. Joey Wagner then joins Werner to discuss the positives and negatives of Illini football through two games. 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 23-20 gut-wrenching loss to Indiana, the issues that kept Illinois from winning, some bright spots and why he is still optimistic about the Illini moving forward. Leman then looks ahead to a rematch against Virginia this Saturday. 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 brutal 23-20 loss at Indiana in the Big Ten opener. The guys discuss the many miscues that cost Illinois a game it mostly controlled, including a handful of turnovers, penalties, drops and a 4th-and-1 stuff at the goal line -- and why it is such a missed opportunity for the program. The guys then discuss Bret Bielema's mention of the Illini being "paper thin" at certain positions and what that could mean moving forward. 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 chats with Joey Wagner and Indiana beat writer Dustin Dopirak to preview Friday night's Big Ten opener in Bloomington. Dopirak of the Bloomington Herald-Times and Indianapolis Star gives an in-depth breakdown of the Hoosiers football team to preview Friday's Big Ten opener against Illinois in Bloomington, Ind. Dopirak breaks down what went so wrong last season for Indiana, the quarterback battle, an new offensive coordinator and Tom Allen's approach on defense. He also breaks down what this game means for the Hoosiers. Wagner then joins Werner to discuss the matchup and what they learned from last week's win over Wyoming. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct 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