Podcast appearances and mentions of Bret Bielema

Live from Madison, Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner react to No. 21 Illinois football's 27-10 loss at Wisconsin. The guys discuss what went so wrong in all three phases, what it means for the season and what Bret Bielema must do to correct the issues. 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 30% OFF: http://bit.ly/3FUGfIj 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

Canty is having nightmares about his first college football game where his Virginia Cavaliers lost to Wisconsin. Is it clear the Eagles don't view Jalen Hurts as a Top 5 QB? It's on the table that the Chiefs have a losing season. Bret Bielema joins the show as he takes his Fighting Illini into Camp Randall this weekend and we play Can He or Canty to wrap up the hour. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Canty is having nightmares about his first college football game where his Virginia Cavaliers lost to Wisconsin. Is it clear the Eagles don't view Jalen Hurts as a Top 5 QB? It's on the table that the Chiefs have a losing season. Bret Bielema joins the show as he takes his Fighting Illini into Camp Randall this weekend and we play Can He or Canty to wrap up the hour. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jeremy Werner previews Saturday's 6:30 p.m. CT kickoff between Illinois (7-3, 4-3 Big Ten) and Wisconsin (3-7, 1-6 Big Ten) with Badger247's Payne Blazevich and Illini Inquirer's Joey Wagner. Blazevich breaks down what's gone so wrong for Wisconsin this season, the vibes in Madison and the keys to Wisconsin upsetting the Illini at home. Wagner and Werner then answer a six-pack of questions on the Illini, including Bret Bielema's comments on the offseason, Luke Fickell hanging on at Wisconsin and keys to beating the Badgers. The guys then give their picks to click and bold predictions for the game. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS GameDay Spirit: Get 15% OFF by using code Illini15 at Gamedayspirit.com. Visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.gamedayspirit.com/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Columbia Street Roastery: Get 10% OFF your 1st order with the code GoIllini2025. Visit ⁠⁠⁠CSRcoffee.com⁠⁠⁠ 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

Canty is having nightmares about his first college football game where his Virginia Cavaliers lost to Wisconsin. Is it clear the Eagles don't view Jalen Hurts as a Top 5 QB? It's on the table that the Chiefs have a losing season. Bret Bielema joins the show as he takes his Fighting Illini into Camp Randall this weekend and we play Can He or Canty to wrap up the hour. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Canty is having nightmares about his first college football game where his Virginia Cavaliers lost to Wisconsin. Is it clear the Eagles don't view Jalen Hurts as a Top 5 QB? It's on the table that the Chiefs have a losing season. Bret Bielema joins the show as he takes his Fighting Illini into Camp Randall this weekend and we play Can He or Canty to wrap up the hour. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Canty is having nightmares about his first college football game where his Virginia Cavaliers lost to Wisconsin. Is it clear the Eagles don't view Jalen Hurts as a Top 5 QB? It's on the table that the Chiefs have a losing season. Bret Bielema joins the show as he takes his Fighting Illini into Camp Randall this weekend and we play Can He or Canty to wrap up the hour. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's Badger Blueprint time — and this week, we're breaking down the penultimate game of the season, a home game against Bret Bielema and the Illinois Fighting Illini! We'll dive into our 3 Big Things and discuss how well we feel this defense can perform against Luke Altmyer and whether Carter Smith will be able to put up a reasonable amount of points! Plus, SCORE PREDICTIONS! All that and more, right here on The Bucky Report — your home for honest Badger talk, every single weekHelp The Bucky Report get some feedback! We would appreciate any listeners taking this short 15 min survey to help us grow the show! http://bit.ly/thebuckyreport-survey Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Fighting Illini men's basketball lost against Alabama at the United Center in Chicago. We answer your texts and give our reactions to the 90-86 loss.  Ravi Lulla from Hurrdat Sports joins us to talk Big Ten Football for this weekend and why USC could spoil Oregon's playoff hopes. Mark Stewart covers Wisconsin Badgers football for the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel. He gives us the Badgers perspective ahead of Saturday's showdown with Bret Bielema and the Illini at Camp Randall.

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Wisconsin will welcome Bret Bielema back to Madison for a second time since he left for Arkansas in 2012. Zach and Jesse discuss what would have happened if he stayed, their favorite memories from his tenure and more. Then they get into 2026 OL Maddox Cochrane decommitting and play some Overreaction, er No?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bret Bielema addressed the media and discussed OC Barry Lunney's potential as a head coaching candidate. We share your reactions. Brad Underwood also met with the media and gave an injury report update before tomorrow night's game against Alabama at the United Center. Who's in and who's out?  It was Field Trip Day at State Farm Center for Illini Women's Basketball and it was LOUD! How crazy did the kids get when the Illini scored "67?" It was over 110 decibels! And an interesting conversation takes off after a texter wants to know "Why don't the Illini practice at State Farm Center?"

Illini Football head coach Bret Bielema met with the media and talks about the upcoming trip to his former stomping grounds in Wisconsin. Plus, Bielema expects a very busy coaching carousel this offseason for college football. And he gives us some insight into the "good problems" that Illinois athletics have right now. It's Tuesday and that means DRAFT DAY! This week's subject: Denzel Washington Movies! Who wins? Vote on our Instagram & Twitter pages @thedrive935 or text your vote to 217-359-2255!

Illinois football improves to 7-3 with a 24-6 win over Maryland. Mike Carpenter discusses the business-like win spurred on by an inspired defensive performance. No, it wasn't pretty (nor particularly memorable), but this victory gives Bret Bielema the most wins of any Illini coach through their first five seasons. Next up: a trip up to his old stomping grounds in Wisconsin.

The 8am hour of Friday's Mac & Cube continued with Week 12 of MAXX BALL FRIDAY!! We began with the guys saying why Alabama's run game doesn't need fixing; then, the guys get asked if we're not giving Georgia enough credit for what they've done this year; and finally, Cole & Greg breakdown Illinois and how bad they've been before Bret Bielema came to town. "McElroy & Cubelic In The Morning" airs 7am-10am weekdays on WJOX-94.5!!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Fighting Illini head coach Bret Bielema talks with the media as the team heads into an off week. Coach Bielema addresses injuries, the future the quaterback position, transfer portal, and more. Ravi Lulla from Hurrdat sports takes on a trip around the Big Ten football schedule for this weekend.  We need some money! Evan has your "Etched in Stone" bets for this weekend!

On this episode I recap the end of the women's soccer season and a rough stretch for Illini volleyball (3:13). I'm then joined by Brandt Dolce of TheChampaignRoom.com to review Illini football's blowout win over Rutgers (13:32). We reset the program's expectations as they enter their second bye week (22:12) and discuss what "good enough" looks like (32:07). We break down the numbers from Saturday's win and examine the historical significance of Illinois' success under Bret Bielema (48:14). Finally, we look at the latest Big Ten standings (66:50), discuss the conference's key Week 11 matchups (69:05), and chat about the Illini's postseason prospects (76:30). Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

After an embarrassing defensive effort at Washington, Illinois football looks to pick up the pieces against Rutgers. Mike Carpenter discusses the fallout of Saturday's loss, including Bret Bielema's quotes on how much he'll be involved with Aaron Henry's gameplan. Can the Illini bounce back with a Dad's Day victory heading into the second bye week?

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On this episode I'm joined by The Champaign Room's Brandt Dolce & Pleas Honeywood to discuss Illinois' 42-25 loss at Washington (4:03). We also offer our evaluations of where things stand with the program (12:57), what action can Bret Bielema take (20:46), and big picture thoughts entering the final month of the season (27:26). We also expand on Illinois' prolonged defensive struggles (32:11) and why it's particularly frustrating this season (40:51). We preview this weekend's #Illinutgers game (48:36) and give our score predictions (66:01). Finally, we look ahead to men's basketball (67:31), including Brandt's bold expectation for the Illini offense (80:08), players that need to pop (86:05), and Brad Underwood's latest signee (89:45). Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

All-American linebacker J Leman joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to discuss Illinois football's 42-25 loss at Washington. Leman goes in-depth on the Illini's defensive issues, what's gone wrong in Year Three with DC Aaron Henry and what Bret Bielema must do to address it. The guys then look ahead to Saturday's game at Rutgers and the final stretch ahead. 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 30% OFF: http://bit.ly/3FUGfIj   SPONSORS Over 2 Million Butts Love TUSHY. Get 10% off TUSHY with the code ILLINI at https://hellotushy.com/ILLINI Get 15% OFF your first order at Gameday Spirit by using "Illini15" at checkout at gamedayspirit.com. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illinois football loses 42-25 to Washington in a game featuring yet another terrible performance from Aaron Henry's defense. Mike Carpenter reacts during the fourth quarter (just after the D gave up a 3rd and 18 - yes, a 3rd and 18) and watched as the Huskies sliced and diced their way down the rain-soaked field with ease. Now 5-3, Bret Bielema's team has to quickly regroup as Rutgers heads into town, while questions about the viability of Henry as defensive coordinator will only get louder.

Former Fighting Illini DE and current Illinois State Representative Kam Buckner kicks off the show. We talk with Kam about his STARS Bill, it's impact on the Bears potential move to Arlington Heights, his relationship with Kevin Warren, and much more. Roman Tomashoff covers the Huskies for UW Huskies Wire & USA Today. He givs us the Washington side of things before Saturday's game. And Illini Head Coach Bret Bielema met with the media today. He talked about practice conditions, crowd noise in Washington, injury report, and much more.

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Our friend Tristan Thomas from WCIA 3 joins the show to talk about Bret Bielema being on the Bear Bryant Coach of the Year Watch List. Plus we dive into this week's local high school games. Are the Brewers cursed since Flying the L? They're down 2-0 to the Dodgers and the Mariners are up 2-0 on the Blue Jays. Former Illini player Kam Buckner is now a state representative and has proposed a bill that could keep the Bears at Soldier Field & out of Arlington Heights. 

Illinois football can't quite meet the moment, falling 34-16 to #1 Ohio State. Mike Carpenter discusses the frustrating miscues and mistakes, the impressiveness of Ryan Day's Buckeyes, and even some positives to glean from Bret Bielema's team's performance. Next up: a much-needed bye week ahead of a trip to Washington.

Illinois football is faced with a rare opportunity on Saturday: the chance to take down #1 Ohio State in front of a sold-out, orange-clad crowd at Memorial Stadium. Mike Carpenter discusses how Bret Bielema's program-building efforts have led to this moment, one that could be THE signature game in Illini football history.

Joe DeLeone and Blake Ruffino break down the biggest games of College Football Week 7, spotlighting high-stakes matchups that could shake up the playoff race and reshape conference power. In this episode, they preview: Michigan vs USC Preview: Can Bryce Underwood and Sherrone Moore outgun Lincoln Riley and Jayden Maiava in a clash of explosive offenses and future NFL QBs? Ohio State vs Illinois Preview: Will Jeremiah Smith and Ryan Day keep the Buckeyes rolling, or can Luke Altmeyer and Bret Bielema expose cracks in Ohio State's armor? Texas A&M vs Florida Preview: With Marcel Reed and Mike Elko gaining momentum, is this the moment they knock off DJ Lagway and a shaky Billy Napier squad? Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In 2007, Illinois shocked No. 1 Ohio State in the Horseshoe, handing the Buckeyes their first loss of the season. In 2010, Bret Bielema's Wisconsin team upset No. 1 Ohio State in Madison, ruining the Buckeyes' perfect season. So in 2025, can Bret Bielema's Illini do it again?In this episode of the Buckeyes TomOrrow Morning podcast, you'll hear directly from Illinois head coach Bret Bielema as he discusses this weekend's matchup with Ryan Day and Ohio State, where his team has struggled on defense, some of the potential difference-makers for the Illinois offense, and much more.

Illinois football improves to 5-1 after a 43-27 win at Purdue. Luke Altmyer's career-high 390 yards helped lead the way to victory, aided by a monster performance from Hank Beatty and the surefooted David Olano. Mike Carpenter discusses the high-octane offense, shaky defense, and Bret Bielema's 3rd 5-1 start as the Illini head coach. Next up: #1 Ohio State at Memorial Stadium.

Illini head coach Bret Bielema talked to the press today ahead of the Illini's showdown with Purdue. Coach B got emotional talking about a couple of his players. Plus, the Cubs and Padres are tied at 1 game apiece.  And how does Tom Brady avoid a sunburn? Find out with Kurtis' Curveballs!

Illini football head coach Bret Bielema joined ESPN 93.5 today to talk about the huge win over USC, Purdue this weekend, and plenty more! Plus, Cardinals fans say goodbye to Mo and welcome Chaim Bloom. We open up the text line to let Redbird fans voice their feelings on this season and the future of the team. And the Cubs beat the Padres in Game 1 of the Wild Card round.

Illinois football bounces back in a big way with a thrilling 34-32 win over USC. Mike Carpenter discusses the five-star day at Memorial Stadium, where a sellout crowd watched Bret Bielema's team respond just a week removed from the worst loss of his tenure. Luke Altmyer led the Illini down the field, setting up David Olano's 41-yard game winner as time expired.

(00:00-34:18) Where's Tim and why'd the golf start so early this morning? An ever changing dossier. Old leather helmets. The price of Yale. Audio from Bryson's opening tee shot on the first hole at the Ryder Cup. Rowdy already. The Yard Goats. Big weekend for the Illini. Audio of Bret Bielema on the 11am kickoff and Barstool being on campus for the game. Can you name the Quad Cities? The easiest class at Yale. I'm Bob Hamilton, radio news. Bring it up with Big Pharma. Some MLB races coming down to the wire.(34:26-57:21) Big sports weekend but we're talking pharmacist vs. plumbers. Good weekend to punt on going to the Mizzou game. Jackson, give us the format for the Ryder Cup. Text in with an open heart. Doug had some sick interns. The Chairman has a sick academic resume. Love the bank tube. Doug's in a curious mood this morning. TMA vs. Fast Lane Ryder Cup.(57:31-1:22:06) Blues broadcaster Joey Vitale checks in with us. Joey's not pumped about the JV squad. Sounds like Joey took some shots at us on BK & Ferrario. Blackhawks in town for the preseason opener on Saturday. Will we see a more traditional Blues roster on the ice? Pius Suter as the number two center. Brayden Schenn. Young guys who have stood out. International players and the language barrier. That loss to Desmet still haunts Joey. Ok, see ya Joey.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The time for Illinois football to lick their wounds is over as they welcome a potent USC team for Homecoming. Mike Carpenter discusses the upcoming matchup, how Bret Bielema's Illini can "get right" again, and the chances they have of pulling off a mild upset at Memorial Stadium.

19th ranked Indiana had no issues at all vs. No. 9 Illinois, in a 63-10 blowout of Bret Bielema and the Illini Many number popped out in the game, but maybe none more than rush yards: Indiana had 312 rush yards compared to just 2 (!!!) for Illinois. Curt “Google Me” Cignetti continues to be a major problem to the rest of college football.Show Sponsored by SANDHILLS GLOBALOur Sponsors:* Check out Hims: https://hims.com/EARLYBREAK* Check out Washington Red Raspberries: https://redrazz.orgAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Saturday night was a rough one for Illini football and fans. Is it time to push the panic button? J Leman says no way! J breaks down Saturday night's loss, looks ahead to homecoming against USC, and reacts to Bret Bielema's press conference.

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner react to Illinois football's embarrassing 63-10 loss at No. 19 Indiana. The guys discuss how the game went so wrong and how the Illini, including Bret Bielema, react to it with No. 25 USC coming to Champaign next weekend. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for just $1: http://bit.ly/3FUGfIj   To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illinois football gets trounced on the road, a 63-10 shellacking at the hands of the Indiana Hoosiers. Mike Carpenter, who was unfortunately in attendance for the embarrassment, recounts what went so wrong for Bret Bielema's team, and discusses what it means heading into a tough Homecoming matchup against USC.

In the Best of Mully & Haugh this week, Mike Mulligan and David Haugh debated whether Bears quarterback Caleb Williams or Cowboys defensive coordinator will have the upper hand when their teams meet Sunday; Cubs pitching coach Tommy Hottovy joined the show to discuss the club clinching a playoff berth; Mully and Haugh critiqued Bears general manager Ryan Poles' work in his tenure in Chicago; and Illinois head coach Bret Bielema joined the show to preview his team's big game at Indiana on Saturday.

Andy Harrah; Clayton Kershaw; Kyler Murray; AI-themed stadiums; Oregon Head Coach Dan Lanning; In The News; Robitussin; Bret Bielema; Sports Oddities; The Club Hour

Abusing Robitussin; Bret Bielema's secret sauce; Sports oddities

You gotta get the moms!

Mike Mulligan and David Haugh were joined by Illinois football head coach, Bret Bielema to preview his team Big Ten matchup against the Indiana

In the second hour, Mike Mulligan and David Haugh were joined by Chicago Tribune Bears beat reporter, Brad Biggs on the latest around Halas Hall. Later, Mully and Haugh were joined by Illinois football head coach, Bret Bielema to preview his team Big Ten matchup against the Indiana

#9 Illinois heads across the border to face #19 Indiana in a Saturday night showdown. Mike Carpenter discusses the huge opportunity for Bret Bielema's Illini, reasons to be optimistic and concerned against the Hoosiers, and what a win could mean for either team.

There were a bunch of great games this weekend. Laurence offers caution for one Heisman hopeful and throws a complete underdog into the race. He also defends an unlikely (and honestly unworthy) coach. Clark Lea & Bret Bielema are kindred spirts. Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/house-of-l-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

All-American linebacker J Leman joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to react to Illinois football's 45-19 win at Duke. Leman breaks down how the game was another sign of growth for Bret Bielema's program, how the defensive game plan and execution succeeded against a potent Duke offense, the key halftime offensive adjustments made by Illinois and some star performances. Leman then looks ahead to the nonconference finale against Western Michigan and discusses the rest of the Big Ten so far. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for just $1: http://bit.ly/3FUGfIj   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