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Illini Inquirer Podcast: An Illinois Fighting Illini athletics podcast

Illini Inquirer Podcast: An Illinois Fighting Illini athletics podcast

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Ep. 460 - Kam Cox on a year into NIL

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

Jun 23, 202251 min

Ep. 459 - Piper on top targets in Class of 2023 and 2024

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

Jun 21, 202256 min

Ep. 458 - Illini football add two more to Class of 2023

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

Jun 20, 202259 min

Ep. 457 - Mike LaTulip's basketball mega preview: Big Ten hoops, NBA draft and beyond

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

Jun 15, 20221h 22m

Ep. 456 - Piper on next questions for Illini basketball

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

Jun 10, 202259 min

Ep. 455 - Four scores for Illini football

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

Jun 6, 20221h 5m

Ep. 454 - Isaac Trotter projects 2022-23 Big Ten hoops

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

Jun 2, 202243 min

Ep. 453 - Another Jersey Boy for Illini heading into big June

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

May 30, 202249 min

Ep. 452 - Mayer Day Weekend

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

May 28, 20221h 17m

Ep. 451 - Hoops, football and NIL updates

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

May 24, 202253 min

Ep. 450 - Illini OL coach Bart Miller

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

May 19, 202238 min

Bret Bielema on rebuilding Illinois, year-to-year progression, and singing at Wrigley Field

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

May 18, 202216 min

Ep. 449 - Illini assistant coach Chester Frazier

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

May 16, 202241 min

Ep. 448 - Trent Meacham on the Illinois offseason: 'I'm so excited about next year'

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

May 12, 202240 min

Ep. 447 - Hoops & poops with Papa Piper

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

May 10, 202236 min

Ep. 446 - Waiting on recruiting news; Piercen Hunt (Illini Golf)

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

May 9, 202239 min

Ep. 445 - Isaac Trotter on the portal and Illinois’ offseason

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

May 3, 202251 min

Ep. 444 - Terrence Shannon Jr. commits to Illinois

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

Apr 29, 202236 min

Ep. 443 - J Leman wraps up spring ball: 'Six wins isn't out of the question'

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

Apr 27, 202242 min

Ep. 442 - Spring Scrimmage Synopsis

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

Apr 22, 202247 min

Ep. 441 - Farewell to The King

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

Apr 20, 20221h 0m

Ep. 440 - You serious, Clarks?!

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

Apr 18, 202230 min

Ep. 439 - Piper's pre-labor perceptions

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Derek Piper discuss the latest with Illinois basketball's offseason, including Skyy Clark's signing, Brandin Podziemski enter the transfer portal, Kofi Cockburn's impending decision and transfer portal possibilities. 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

Apr 14, 202249 min

Ep. 438 - Let's go portaling

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner discuss the latest transfer portal movement for Illinois basketball and football. The guys discuss LSU transfer Brandon Murray's commitment to Georgetown and what it means for Illinois' transfer pursuits, and the guys discuss the potential fits of transfers Terrence Shannon Jr., Courtney Ramey, Jarod Lucas, Nahiem Alleyne and Bryce Hopkins. Then the guys discuss Illinois football's new transfer commit: Vanderbilt defensive lineman Raashaan Wilkins. The guys then discuss the latest from spring football practice. 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

Apr 12, 202246 min

Ep. 437 - Skyy High!

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Derek Piper react to 5-star guard Skyy Clark's commitment to Illinois basketball. The guys discuss how Illinois landed the former Kentucky commit, how he'll fit into the Illini's guard makeover with fellow 2022 recruits Jayden Epps and Sencire Harris and what's next for Illinois in building its 2022 roster, including the latest on potential transfer targets. 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

Apr 7, 202235 min

Ep. 436 - Mike LaTulip's season in review, offseason preview

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner chats with Mike LaTulip to put a bow on the 2021-22 Illini basketball season and preview an already eventful offseason. The guys start by discussing the aftermath of a 2021-22 season that saw Illinois win its first share of the Big Ten regular-season title in 17 years but also another disappointing second-round NCAA Tournament exit. The guys then discuss the transfer portal, and Mike shares stories from his transfer to Wright State. The guys then break down the current roster (or what they assume is left of it), big decisions for Kofi Cockburn and Jacob Grandison and potential offseason 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

Apr 4, 20221h 22m

Ep. 435 - Trieu talk on Illini football recruiting; Underwood's extension

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner discusses Illinois basketball coach Brad Underwood's contract extension before chatting about Illinois football recruiting with 247Sports national recruiting analyst Allen Trieu, who gives thoughts on Kaden Feagin, Antwon Hayden, Brandon Henderson, Pat Farrell, Roderick Pierce, Malik Elzy and Jyaire Hill. 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

Mar 30, 202235 min

Ep. 434 - What Offseason?

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner discuss a busy week to start the college basketball and spring ball offseason, Illinois football's latest commitment and spring ball. The guys start by giving their thoughts on Andre Curbelo's transfer, the latest news on five-star 2022 guard Skyy Clark and the transfer portal. Then the guys discuss three-star East St. Louis linebacker Antwon Hayden's commitment to Illinois football and what it means for the Class of 2023. The guys then wrap up by giving their early impressions on Illinois football spring practice. 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

Mar 29, 20221h 1m

Ep. 433 - Illini Hoops Offseason Mega-Preview

Illini Inquirer's Derek Piper and Jeremy Werner look ahead to what could be a very busy Illinois basketball offseason of comings and goings for the program. The guys first break down the current roster and big decisions for some key players, including Kofi Cockburn. Then the guys break down potential offseason targets, including five-star guard Skyy Clark and transfer options, and what Illinois hopes to accomplish this offseason. 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

Mar 28, 20221h 1m

Ep. 432 - Illini land King of Arthur

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner discuss Illinois football landing 4-star Arthur-Lovington-Atwood-Hammond running back Kaden Feagin, how the Illini beat out Notre Dame and Iowa, what he brings to the program and what his commitment could mean for the rest of the Class of 2023. The guys then share some thoughts on new Illinois women's basketball coach Shauna Green. 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

Mar 24, 202240 min

Ep. 431 - Spring into football

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

Mar 22, 202240 min

Ep. 430 - Round Two Déjà Vu

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner, Joey Wagner and Derek Piper react to Illinois basketball's 68-53 second-round NCAA Tournament loss to Houston and the end of the 2021-22 season. The guys discuss what went so wrong with the Illinois offense and guard play to close the season, flashes from the freshmen, Andre Curbelo sitting for the final 26 minutes and how this season will be remembered. The guys then take some moments to reflect on the careers of Trent Frazier, Da'Monte Williams and Alfonso Plummer -- and potentially Kofi Cockburn and Jacob Grandison -- and a short look ahead to the next era of Illinois basketball. 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

Mar 20, 202242 min

Ep. 429 - Survive and advance, perchance

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

Mar 19, 202232 min

Ep. 428 - Final thoughts from the road

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

Mar 17, 20221h 1m

2022 NCAA Tournament Mega-Preview and Bracket Predictions: Parrish, Norlander reveal all their picks (Eye on College Basketball Podcast)

Download and follow Eye on College Basketball for the most comprehensive March Madness coverage including complete bracket breakdowns and nightly game recaps! You can find the Eye on College Basketball podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else podcasts are found. Thursday is ALMOST. HERE. We're less than 24 hours out from the full field of 64 games starting. So, Gary and Matt have decided to spoil the entire tournament for you: The duo spends much of the episode breaking down the entire bracket, all the way to the championship game in New Orleans. PLUS: Norlander goes solo on the back end and takes listener questions galore on the bracket. Huge ep ahead. READ: Norlander - NCAA numbers to know READ: Gary and Matt's picks for every region JOIN THE Eye On College Basketball March Madness Bracket Group (03:03) - West Bracket Breakdown (22:45) - Eastern Bracket Breakdown (35:43) - South Bracket Breakdown (47:46) - Midwest Bracket Breakdown (01:00:41) - Norlander's NCAA Mailbag 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

Mar 16, 20221h 33m

Ep. 427 - Mike LaTulip's Illini NCAA Tournament preview

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

Mar 15, 202247 min

Ep. 426 - Illini draw No. 4 seed, Mocs in NCAA Tournament

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner, Derek Piper and Joey Wagner react to Illinois basketball's NCAA Tournament seeding and draw. The guys discuss the Illini's reaction to Selection Sunday and the anxiety around the program entering March Madness before breaking down the draw of No. 13 seed Chattanooga and potentially Houston and Kevlin Sampson in the second round. The guys then discuss why there should be optimism for Illinois heading into the tournament and some potential concerns. The guys wrap up the podcast by giving their predictions on how far Illinois advances and the Final Four. 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

Mar 14, 202237 min

Ep. 425 - One and done in Indy

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner, Joey Wagner and Derek Piper discuss Illinois basketball's 65-63 loss to Indiana in the Big Ten Tournament quarterfinal. The guys discuss a good game from the frontcourt but poor shooting performances from the guards and then discuss lingering concerns about the team entering the NCAA Tournament, 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

Mar 11, 202229 min

Ep. 424 - Big Ten Tournament preview

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner discuss Illinois basketball's trip to the 2022 Big Ten Tournament. The guys discuss what the conference tournament means for the defending Big Ten Tournament champions and 2022 regular-season champions and break down Friday's quarterfinal against Indiana. The guys then look at the rest of the bracket, including red-hot Iowa and a potentially favorable bottom-half of the bracket for Purdue. The guys wrap up discussing the two underclassmen X-factors who could raise this team's postseason ceiling. 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

Mar 10, 202238 min

Ep. 423 - Mike LaTulip on the B1G Clinch; Mike Koon on Illini WBB change

Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip chats with Jeremy Werner about Illinois clinching a share of its first Big Ten regular-season championship with a 74-72 win over No. 24 Iowa, Coleman Hawkins and Andre Curbelo stepping up and the Big Ten Tournament. Then Visit Champaign County's Mike Koon previews the IHSA boys basketball state finals' long-awaited return to State Farm Center. Also, the play-by-play man for Illini women's basketball, Koon discusses Nancy Fahey's retirement and what Illinois women's basketball needs to finally set a solid foundation to build upon. 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

Mar 7, 20221h 7m

Ep. 422 - The Champ is Here

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner, Derek Piper and Joey Wagner discuss Illinois basketball claiming a share of the Big Ten championship for the first time in 17 years with a 74-72 win over Iowa. The guys discuss the crazy day that was, including Nebraska's shocking win at Wisconsin and coming back from a 15-point deficit, and what it means for the program to win a regular-season championship. The guys share the indelible scenes they saw from the court, and break down some big performances from the win, including sophomores Coleman Hawkins and Andre Curbelo. The guys then look ahead to 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

Mar 7, 202238 min

Ep. 421 - Sleepy start to March

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Derek Piper react to Illinois basketball's uninspiring 60-55 win over Penn State. The guys discuss why the win was important but some lingering concerns from the game, including Penn State's effective defensive game plan against Kofi Cockburn, Alfonso Plummer and Trent Frazier as well as the team's lack of energy to start. The guys then look ahead to Sunday's regular-season finale and top-25 matchup against Iowa. 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

Mar 4, 202229 min

Ep. 420 - Isaac Trotter's Big Ten breakdown Part III

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner chats with 247Sports' Isaac Trotter about Wisconsin clinching a share of the Big Ten title, what Illinois is playing for during the final week and why missing out on a Big Ten title again would sting for a program that has re-emerged the last three seasons. The guys then break down where the Big Ten teams sit in the latest NCAA Tournament bracket projections. 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

Mar 2, 202259 min

Ep. 419 - Mike LaTulip on the Michigan win; Are the pieces coming together?

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner chats with former Illinois basketball player Mike LaTulip about Illinois basketball's 93-85 win at Michigan, including big games from Kofi Cockburn, Trent Frazier and Alfonso Plummer. LaTulip also weighs in on the re-emergences of Coleman Hawkins and Andre Curbelo and what they mean for the Illini entering March. The guys then look ahead to the final, all-important week in the Big Ten title race. 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

Feb 28, 20221h 9m

Ep. 418 - Not Dickinson Around

Live from Ann Arbor, Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Derek Piper discuss a 93-85 win at Michigan. The guys discuss big games from Kofi Cockburn (27 points), Alfonso Plummer (26 points) and Trent Frazier (17 points) and big bench boosts from Andre Curbelo (12 points) and Coleman Hawkins. Then the guys preview the Illini's final-week push for a Big Ten regular-season championship, which will need to include a little help in Tuesday's showdown between Purdue and Wisconsin. 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

Feb 27, 202225 min

Ep. 417 - A Liddell Mad

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Derek Piper discuss Illinois basketball's 86-83 loss to Ohio State. The guys discuss the Illini's struggles to stop Malaki Branham, E.J. Liddell and Kyle Young, what led to Ohio State's 28-5 run midway through the game and Kofi Cockburn's struggles. Then the guys discuss some bright spots, including a late run to cut the deficit to one possession late, Coleman Hawkins' continued emergence and Alfonso Plummer's record-setting performance. The guys discuss wrap up with what's ahead, the Big Ten title race and the Illini's preparation for March. 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

Feb 25, 202234 min

Ep. 416 - Bracketology with Brad Evans

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner chats with Bally Sports' bracket expert Brad Evans about Big Ten and Illini basketball bracket projections. Evans discusses Illinois basketball's range of potential seeding outcomes, what he thinks of the Illini this season and potential tough March Madness matchups. The guys then discuss the rest of the Big Ten, including Michigan State, Iowa, Rutgers, Michigan and Indiana. 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

Feb 24, 202239 min

Ep. 415 - LaTulip on Illini's B1G win at MSU, Juwan Howard's tussle

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner chats with former Illinois basketball player Mike LaTulip about the aftermath of Juwan Howard's tussle with Wisconsin and Illinois basketball's 79-74 win at Michigan State. LaTulip breaks down big performances from Jacob Grandison, Trent Frazier and Kofi Cockburn, Cockburn's case for B1G Player of the Year, Underwood's rotation and Thursday's game against Ohio State. 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

Feb 21, 202259 min

Ep. 414 - Parking lot party over Sparty

Illini Inquirer's Derek Piper and Jeremy Werner react to Illinois basketball's 79-74 win at No. 19 Michigan State. The guys discuss huge performances from Kofi Cockburn, Jacob Grandison and Trent Frazier, a dominant defensive first half and a resolute ending, including Frazier's dagger. The guys then look ahead to the final two weeks of the regular season and the Illini's chances at a Big Ten title. 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

Feb 19, 202225 min

Ep. 413 - Mike LaTulip on Rutgers loss, shooting slumps and lineup changes

Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip joins Jeremy Werner to break down what went wrong in Illinois basketball's 70-59 loss. LaTulip discusses what it's like to go through a shooting slump and how to get out of it, and he discusses whether Illinois coach Brad Underwood should make lineup changes. 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

Feb 17, 202241 min