Illini Inquirer Podcast: An Illinois Fighting Illini athletics podcast

All-American linebacker J Leman joins Jeremy Werner to give his assessment of Illinois football's 38-6 rout of Wyoming. J gives his thoughts on Chase Brown's big day, the first glimpses of new OC Barry Lunney Jr., QB Tommy DeVito and a new-look offensive line. He then breaks down why the Illini defense kept Wyoming out of the end zone, especially a strong defensive performance. The guys then look ahead to Friday's Big Ten opener at Indiana and what it means for the season and 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

Illini Inquirer's Derek Piper joins Jeremy Werner to discuss four-star forward Amani Hansberry's commitment to Illinois, what it means, what he brings and who could be next in the Illini Class of 2023. The guys also discuss which teams are in the top-tier of Big Ten basketball recruiting teams. 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 38-6 season-opening win over Wyoming. The guys discuss strong days from Chase Brown and the defense, their initial impressions of OC Barry Lunney Jr. and QB Tommy DeVito and any concerns from the first game of the season. The guys also discuss Friday's game at Indiana and take listener questions from the live YouTube stream. 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 gives his thoughts on Illinois football's season opener against Wyoming and Tommy DeVito getting named the starting quarterback, chats with Cowboys beat writer Ryan Thorburn and holds an Illini football All-Big Ten draft with Derek Piper and Joey Wagner. 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

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Derek Piper discuss 2023 four-star forward Amani Hansberry's decision. The guys discuss his huge rise in the rankings, why he is a top Illinois target, where the recruitment is trending and what he'd mean for Illinois. Then Joey Wagner and Isaac Trotter join the guys to have fun with a 2000s Illini basketball player/coach draft. Which guy built the best team? 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 2022 Illinois football season with former Illini All-American linebacker J Leman. The guys discuss expectations for Year Two of Bret Bielema, what new OC Barry Lunney Jr. and QB Tommy DeVito bring to the offense, who must step up as a playmaker, how Ryan Walters can build on a successful Year One defense and concerns that could hold back the Illini. The guys then preview a Week Zero matchup against Wyoming. 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 buzz out of Illinois football training camp with just 10 days before kickoff of the 2022 season. He gives five potential breakout candidates, three sleepers, five freshmen who could make an impact and remaining questions/concerns about the team. 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 2022 Illinois linebackers and special teams unit. The guys discuss expectations for a full year of Calvin Hart Jr., Tarique Barnes' value and the depth behind the two starters, including an under-the-radar name the staff is excited about. Then the guys discuss how Illinois will replace three specialists, the return game and expectations for Hugh Robertson and Caleb Griffin. 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 the Illinois football defensive backs for the 2022 season. The guys discuss whether this is the best position on defense due to the returns of high-impact starters Devon Witherspoon, Sydney Brown and Quan Martin. Then the guys discuss who will fill the holes left by the departures of Kerby Joseph and Tony Adams and the excitement about this freshmen class. 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 weigh in on Illinois flipping three-star Florida DB Zachary Tobe from his UNC pledge and what he adds to the class, as well as the latest on some other targets and need positions. The guys then weigh in on what they've learned through the first week of Illinois football training camp 2022, going position-by-position to break down the top storylines including the quarterback battle, other position battles and newcomers. 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 Joey Wagner talk with Illinois basketball coach Brad Underwood about his revamped roster, summer progress, a new style of play, recruiting and more. 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 Derek Piper about the latest in Illinois basketball recruiting and scheduling. The guys break down the measure of success for the 2022-23 nonconference schedule, whether the 2023 recruiting class in Amani Hansberry or bust, the latest on the Illini's 2024 pursuits and the Illini's increasing international recruiting focus. 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

Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner catch up with three key members of the 2022 Illini football roster: Sydney Brown, his twin brother Chase Brown, and Isaiah Williams. 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 catches up with four Big Ten beat writers during Big Ten Media Day to preview the college football season and discuss the college basketball offseason: Gopher Illustrated's Ryan Burns (Minnesota), Hawkeye Insider's David Eickholt (Iowa), Peegs.com's Jeff Rabjohns (Indiana) and Rivals.com's Tom Deinhart (Purdue). 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

Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner break down the Illinois defensive front for 2022, including whether or not the unit has enough depth to replace Rod Perry and Owen Carney. 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 Illinois offensive line, who the projected starter at each position will be, and whether the unit has enough strength and depth to survive the Big Ten 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 and Joey Wagner continue their 2022 position preview series, focusing on Luke Ford and the rest of the Illini tight end unit, including whether or not Tip Reiman can continue to quietly be a very productive second option. 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 continue their 2022 position preview series, breaking down the Illinois wide receiving corps and whether or not there's enough depth behind Isaiah Williams to sustain meaningful production from the position. 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 how summer workouts have been going for some of the newcomers to the Illini basketball team, including Matthew Mayer's arrival and Skyy Clark's injury progression. The guys also recap Amani Hansberry's EYBL weekend and other potential Class of 2023 targets, before debating whether or not former Illini Kofi Cockburn still has a shot at an NBA contract following his Summer League performance. 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 running back room for the Illini, and discuss whether Chase Brown could reach 1,000 yards again this season, and if this group is the strongest unit on the team. 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 catch up with former Illinois offensive lineman Doug Kramer, who discusses how camp is going and what it's like to be a member of the Chicago Bears. 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 kick off their Position Preview podcast series for the 2022 season with the Illini quarterbacks. The guys discuss what Tommy DeVito's floor and ceiling may look like, if anyone else can push for the starting role, and the future of the position under Barry Lunney Jr. 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

Jeremy Werner is joined by The Athletic's Matt Fortuna, who discusses the position Notre Dame is in amongst the conference realignment shifting, and whether joining the Big Ten is viable option for the Fighting Irish. Later, Joey Wagner and Trevor Vallese join for another edition of Rapid Fire Friday. 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 is joined by USCFootball.com's Ryan Abraham to discuss USC"s stunning move to join the Big Ten conference. Later, Jeremy breaks down how the additions of USC and UCLA impact Illinois football and basketball 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, Derek Piper and Joey Wagner react to the stunning news of UCLA and USC potentially joining the Big Ten conference, and who else might be on the horizon. Later, the guys catch up with former Illini star and new Roosevelt University head coach, Dee Brown. 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 Athletic Director Josh Whitman's annual "state of the Illini" media roundtable session, where he hit on trending topics such as NIL, the future of the NCAA, the success of men's basketball, and more. The guys also touch on Illinois men's gymnastics coach Justin Spring leaving the 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

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Derek Piper discuss the impact and skillset of international forward Zacharie Perrin committing to Illinois basketball, and how he fits in the rotation. Later, the guys zoom out on what's been a crazy offseason of attrition for Brad Underwood's 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

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner is joined by Mike LaTulip to discuss the NBA Draft, which teams were the biggest winners and losers, and former Illini big man Kofi Cockburn landing a free agent deal with the Utah Jazz. 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

Jeremy Werner chats with University of Illinois NIL Director, Kam Cox, who describes what has and hasn't surprised him about the growth of NIL, and where he thinks the program is headed after its inaugural year. 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 break down Illinois basketball's top recruiting targets following a jam-packed weekend of events at the Riverside-Brookfield Summer Shootout. Later, the guys discuss Kofi Cockburn's draft night possibilities ahead of this Thursday's NBA Draft. 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 adding two commitments to the Class of 2023: K David Olano and DB Jaheim Clarke. Then the guys discuss what's next in the Class of 2023 and how they sit with their top targets. 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 Mike LaTulip discuss the best and worst moves of the Big Ten basketball offseason, where Illinois and Indiana stack up in the Big Ten title race, if Kofi Cockburn will hear his name called on NBA Draft night, and much more on a jam-packed basketball episode. 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 break down the biggest remaining positions of need and question marks for Illinois basketball, including some recruiting target updates for the Class of 2023 and beyond. Later, Joey Wagner and Trevor Vallese join Jeremy for another edition of Rapid Fire Friday. 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 impact of the four latest football commits, including DL Jamarrion Harkless and QB Cal Swanson, and what's next for Bret Bielema after a big weekend of visitors. 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 Isaac Trotter about the latest Big Ten basketball picture, now that more pieces like Matthew Mayer and Kris Murray are falling into place. The guys discuss which teams aren't being talked about enough, which teams are getting too much hype and everything else Big Ten hoops. 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 impact of 3-star New Jersey offensive lineman Zach Aamland committing to the Illini, and preview a crucial month of June for Bret Bielema's 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

Illini Inquirer’s Jeremy Werner, Joey Wagner and Derek Piper discuss Illinois landing Baylor top-5 transfer Matthew Mayer, and welcome in Mike LaTulip to break down what Mayer brings to the roster and his impact on the rest of the rotation. 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 catch up on the latest Illini basketball and football news, plus discuss new NIL amendments in the state of Illinois, and the NCAA modifying the blue-shirt rule. 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 Joey Wagner catches up with offensive line coach Bart Miller, who details how the off-season has been progressing for the staff. 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

Bret Bielema enters his second season in Champaign as he continues rebuilding Illinois Football. With returning starters on both sides of the ball as well as a renewed focus on in-state recruiting, things are looking up for the Illini in 2022! Host: Lance Glinn Guest: Illinois HC Bret Bielema Follow or Subscribe to The College Football Daily on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, 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

Joey Wagner and Derek Piper catch up with Illini assistant coach Chester Frazier, who recaps his first year back in Champaign, his thoughts on the transfer portal, and looking ahead to next season. 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

Jeremy Werner catches up with former Illini and BTN personality Trent Meacham, who discusses the state of college hoops with the transfer portal, Illinois' offseason thus far and an inside scoop on Pete Nance! 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

Jeremy Werner is joined by brand-new father Derek Piper to break down the Illinois basketball offseason, including the addition of Terrence Shannon Jr. and what the next move might be. 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 what might be next for both Illinois basketball and football on the recruiting/portal front. Later, he chats with Illini golf's Piercen Hunt, who discusses another Big Ten title run and how the program is preparing for the postseason. 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 is joined by Isaac Trotter, who discusses the addition of Terrence Shannon Jr and what the rest of Illinois' offseason could look like, plus the Big Ten and national landscape in general. 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 impact of top-10 transfer Terrence Shannon Jr. committing to Illinois. The guys discuss what he brings to Brad Underwood’s roster, what his strengths are, and where the offseason goes from here. 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 catches up with All-American LB J Leman following Illinois' spring scrimmage. J gives his thoughts about both sides of the ball, and details what he's most intrigued to see from Year Two under Bret Bielema. The guys also discuss what other Big Ten teams are poised to have strong seasons. 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 talks with Joey Wagner about Bret Bielema's second spring practice season coming to a close, and how much can actually be learned from the scrimmage. The guys discuss a potential QB battle between Tommy DeVito and Art Sitkowski, and some surprise emergences on the defensive side of the ball. 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 talks to Joey Wagner and Mike LaTulip about Kofi Cockburn's decision to leave Illinois for professional opportunities and what it means for Illinois. The guys discuss Cockburn's legacy at Illinois, the risk/rewards of his decision and how it impacts Illinois basketball moving forward, including how it will change style of play and what they need to add in his place in the frontcourt. 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 basketball landing a commitment from 2024 guard ZZ Clark, 2022 signee Skyy Clark's brother. The guys discuss what ZZ Clark adds to the Illini long-term, assistant coach Tim Anderson's impressive first year of recruiting, the Illini's great start in the Class of 2024, needs and targets for 2023 and a new outlook for Illinois basketball recruiting. 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