Podcasts about Illinois Fighting Illini

Dave Wischnowsky breaks down what went wrong in Illinois' loss to the UCLA Bruins and what the team must clean up moving forward. He also previews a big matchup as the Illinois Fighting Illini get set to take on the Michigan Wolverines. We hit the latest Illini Headlines, including roster updates and key storylines to watch. Plus, Kurtis' Curveballs brings the fun with some off-the-wall sports and pop culture questions.

Carson Bounds from Orange and Blue News joins the show to preview the huge game between the Illinois Fighting Illini and the Michigan Wolverines on Friday night. Carson, a former member of the Orange Krush, talks about some of the criticisms the student section has faced this year. We also chat about Altmyer, Jacas, and Davis at the NFL Combine & plenty more. We also discuss where the St. Louis Cardinals are landing in early season rankings and what to expect heading into the year. And we wrap things up with Etched in Stone and our best bets.

Fighting Illini Today 02-25-26See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Fighting Illini Today 02-24-26See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Fighting Illini Today 02-23-26See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Brad Underwood Show 02-23-26See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Will and Jamal recap the UCLA Bruins hosting the number 10 team in the country The Illinois Fighting Illini at Pauley Pavillion. Donovan Dent's game winner saves the day for UCLA, how this keeps them in tournament talks, & allows Mick to take a huge sigh of relief. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Fighting Illini Today 02-20-26See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

WCIA 3's Tristan Thomas breaks down the matchup between the Illinois Fighting Illini and the USC Trojans, along with the biggest Illinois High School Association basketball headlines this week. He also discusses the new IHSA football rule changes and what they could mean for teams moving forward. Evan's out for today, so Kurtis takes a crack at Etched in Stone. Plus, we reveal the winner of the Oscars-themed Tuesday Draft..

Brian Teague from Chicago State of Mind Sports previews the matchup between the Illinois Fighting Illini and the USC Trojans. He breaks down key storylines, players to watch, and what each team needs to do to come away with a win. We also get Brian's thoughts on Bret Bielema's new coaching staff and more. We also run through today's Illini Headlines, covering the latest news and notes from around Illinois athletics. Plus, why did Kurtis' Curveballs involve billions of hotdogs?

Fightin Illini Today 02-18-26See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Fighting Illini Today 02-17-26See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Doug Bucshon of Orange and Blue News joins the show to break down Illinois' win over Indiana Hoosiers and what it means moving forward. Doug also gives his insight on the latest Illinois Football coaching hires, including Tyrone Wheatley as Running Backs coach. We also hit Today's Illini Headlines with the latest news surrounding Illinois Fighting Illini athletics. Kurtis brings the fun with another edition of his Curveballs, featuring some wild and surprising stories from the Olympic Games. It's a packed show with analysis, updates, and a few laughs along the way.      

Fighting Illini Today 02-16-26See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

@B1GKurt & I give our thoughts on the Winter Olympics, a buzz around the B1G with some hot topics, and then it's onto the 2nd of 3 Team Grade Pods. (And yea...we had to fight through some audio challenges towards the end.) Take a Listen! #AskForAmador Pod Time Stamps:  1:00  -  Winter Olympics 18:00  -  Around the B1G 43:00  -  Oregon Ducks 49:00  -  Illinois Fighting Illini  55:00  -  USC Trojans 59:00  -  Nebraska Cornhuskers 1:05:00 - Michigan St Spartans 1:09:00 - Maryland Terrapins

David Haugh and Ruthie Polinsky were joined by Illinois football head coach Bret Bielema to celebrate former Illini star and current Seahawks cornerback Devon Witherspoon winning the Super Bowl. Bielema also shared his vision for leading his program to places it has never been before.

(00:00-29:02) – Query & Company opens on a Thursday with Jake Query and producer Eddie Garrison discussing the Brooklyn Nets out-tanking the Indiana Pacers last night in the final game before the All-Star break. They point out that Rick Carlisle was trying his best to tank, but the players on the court had it going last night for Indiana. Jake also shares the news that IndyCar has reached deals with Honda and Chevy to continue manufacturing engines for the series. (29:02-36:49) – Last night the Butler Bulldogs hung in there versus the UConn Huskies but fell short at the end. Jake highlights Braylon Mullins deciding to go to UConn over Indiana and explains why Butler is struggling to compete in the Big East based off what Dan Hurley said last night. (36:49-46:51) – The first hour of the show concludes with Jake sharing some more thoughts on what Dan Hurley said last night about Thad Matta and the Butler Athletic Department. (46:51-1:15:30) – Mac Engel from the Fort Worth Star & Telegram joins the show and his conversation with Jake Query starts with him sharing a story on flying in Bon Jovi’s plane. Jake asks Mac about what he has seen from Josh Hoover at TCU the last three years, reveals how much money he believes that Hoover got to go to IU, doesn’t believe that Mark Cuban is actually going to buy the Dallas Mavericks back, gives his perspective on whether the Dallas Mavericks are going to try and tank to get a top-four pick. (1:15:30-1:20:27) – Dan Hurley had some comments on TNT following UConn’s win about Butler, but he took it to another level after the game in his postgame media session. Jake plays what one of the best college coaches had to say. (1:20:27-1:29:56) – At the end of the previous segment, Jake reacts further to what Dan Hurley had to say after the game about Thad Matta. He wonders how Butler can compete in the Big East without having the help of a division-one football program bringing in more students or money for the athletic department. (1:29:56-1:55:40) – Mike Niziolek from the Bloomington Herald Times joins Jake Query to discuss the nine Hoosiers that are heading to the NFL Combine in a couple of weeks, evaluates if Fernando Mendoza is worthy of being the first overall selection in the draft, identifies D’Angelo Ponds as one player that has grown the most underneath Curt Cignetti’s tutelage, and previews the upcoming challenge for the Indiana Hoosiers against the Illinois Fighting Illini this weekend. (1:55:40-2:06:35) – Earlier in the day, there was IndyCar news that was shared about the future of two engine manufacturers. Jake highlights what that news was, and Eddie plays what Bill Self said this afternoon about Darryn Peterson’s injury luck. (2:06:35-2:13:05) – Today’s show closes out with Jake sharing his thoughts on what Bill Self said about his star freshman and JMV joins him in studio to preview his show!Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s Best of Features: (00:00-28:00) – Mac Engel from the Fort Worth Star & Telegram joins the show and his conversation with Jake Query starts with him sharing a story on flying in Bon Jovi’s plane. Jake asks Mac about what he has seen from Josh Hoover at TCU the last three years, reveals how much money he believes that Hoover got to go to IU, doesn’t believe that Mark Cuban is actually going to buy the Dallas Mavericks back, gives his perspective on whether the Dallas Mavericks are going to try and tank to get a top-four pick. (28:00-42:58) – Mike Niziolek from the Bloomington Herald Times joins Jake Query to discuss the nine Hoosiers that are heading to the NFL Combine in a couple of weeks, evaluates if Fernando Mendoza is worthy of being the first overall selection in the draft, identifies D’Angelo Ponds as one player that has grown the most underneath Curt Cignetti’s tutelage, and previews the upcoming challenge for the Indiana Hoosiers against the Illinois Fighting Illini this weekend.Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/query-and-company/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Fighting Illini Today 02-12-26See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Fighting Illini Today 02-11-26See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Fighting Illini Today 02-09-26See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Fighting Illini Today 02-09-26See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Brad Underwood Show 02-09-26See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Fighting Illini Today 02-06-26See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Kyle Tausk react to Illinois basketball's 84-44 win over Northwestern, including an offensive onslaught, defensive dominance, a balanced effort and more. The guys then look ahead to another top-10 matchup at Michigan State. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Omaha Steaks: Go to https://www.OmahaSteaks.com to get an extra $35 off with promo code ILLINI at checkout. Minimum purchase may apply. Thanks to Omaha Steaks for sponsoring us! GET 2 MONTHS OF ILLINI INQUIRER VIP ACCESS FOR JUST $1! Want to try out Illini Inquirer VIP access, for a limited time only, you can get your first TWO MONTHS of VIP access for just $1! That's the best Illinois Fighting Illini coverage for just pennies per day. Get the most in-depth intel and insight on Illinois football, basketball, recruiting and more with Illini Inquirer. Sign up now for the monthly option and get your first two month for just $1! Sign up now! 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

Fighting Illini Today 02-05-26See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Fighting Illini Today 02-04-26See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip joins Jeremy Werner to break down Illinois basketball's win at No. 5 Nebraska. LaTulip discusses Keaton Wagler's big second half, the frontcourt's dominance and defensive improvements. LaTulip then discusses how Illinois stacks up at the front of the Big Ten race with Michigan and looks ahead to this week's games against Northwestern and at Michigan State. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Omaha Steaks: Go to https://www.OmahaSteaks.com to get an extra $35 off with promo code ILLINI at checkout. Minimum purchase may apply. Thanks to Omaha Steaks for sponsoring us! MANDO: Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @shop.mando and get 20% off + free shipping with promo code ILLINI at shopmando.com! #mandopod GET 2 MONTHS OF ILLINI INQUIRER VIP ACCESS FOR JUST $1! Want to try out Illini Inquirer VIP access, for a limited time only, you can get your first TWO MONTHS of VIP access for just $1! That's the best Illinois Fighting Illini coverage for just pennies per day. Get the most in-depth intel and insight on Illinois football, basketball, recruiting and more with Illini Inquirer. Sign up now for the monthly option and get your first two month for just $1! Sign up now! 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

Fighting Illini Today 02-03-26See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Kyle Tausk react to Illinois basketball's 78-69 win at No. 5 Nebraska. The guys break down the hits and misses from the game, including Keaton Wagler's big second half and a dominant performance in the paint, and discuss what the latest top-10 road win means for the Illini. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Omaha Steaks: Go to https://www.OmahaSteaks.com to get an extra $35 off with promo code ILLINI at checkout. Minimum purchase may apply. Thanks to Omaha Steaks for sponsoring us! MANDO: Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @shop.mando and get 20% off + free shipping with promo code ILLINI at shopmando.com! #mandopod GET 2 MONTHS OF ILLINI INQUIRER VIP ACCESS FOR JUST $1! Want to try out Illini Inquirer VIP access, for a limited time only, you can get your first TWO MONTHS of VIP access for just $1! That's the best Illinois Fighting Illini coverage for just pennies per day. Get the most in-depth intel and insight on Illinois football, basketball, recruiting and more with Illini Inquirer. Sign up now for the monthly option and get your first two month for just $1! Sign up now! 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 Brad Underwood Show 02-02-26See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Fighting Illini Today 02-02-26See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner react to Illinois defensive coordinator Aaron Henry's departure from the program following three seasons as the play caller. The guys reflect on why his tenure didn't work out, what his departure means and some potential replacements. The guys also discuss a big offseason of coaching changes for Bret Bielema.  SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Omaha Steaks: Go to https://www.OmahaSteaks.com to get an extra $35 off with promo code ILLINI at checkout. Minimum purchase may apply. Thanks to Omaha Steaks for sponsoring us! MANDO: Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @shop.mando and get 20% off + free shipping with promo code ILLINI at shopmando.com! #mandopod GET 2 MONTHS OF ILLINI INQUIRER VIP ACCESS FOR JUST $1! Want to try out Illini Inquirer VIP access, for a limited time only, you can get your first TWO MONTHS of VIP access for just $1! That's the best Illinois Fighting Illini coverage for just pennies per day. Get the most in-depth intel and insight on Illinois football, basketball, recruiting and more with Illini Inquirer. Sign up now for the monthly option and get your first two month for just $1! Sign up now! To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

CBS Sports college basketball writer Isaac Trotter joins Jeremy Werner to give the case for and case against all five teams in the Big Ten basketball title race. He breaks down Michigan, Michigan State, Illinois, Nebraska and Purdue in what should be one of the most intense races for the conference crown in recent memory. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Omaha Steaks: Go to https://www.OmahaSteaks.com to get an extra $35 off with promo code ILLINI at checkout. Minimum purchase may apply. Thanks to Omaha Steaks for sponsoring us! MANDO: Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @shop.mando and get 20% off + free shipping with promo code ILLINI at shopmando.com! #mandopod GET 2 MONTHS OF ILLINI INQUIRER VIP ACCESS FOR JUST $1! Want to try out Illini Inquirer VIP access, for a limited time only, you can get your first TWO MONTHS of VIP access for just $1! That's the best Illinois Fighting Illini coverage for just pennies per day. Get the most in-depth intel and insight on Illinois football, basketball, recruiting and more with Illini Inquirer. Sign up now for the monthly option and get your first two month for just $1! Sign up now! 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 Kyle Tausk react to Illinois basketball's 75-66 win over Washington and break down the hits and misses from the game, including big games from freshmen Keaton Wagler and David Mirkovic, a huge lift off the bench from Ben Humrichous and more. The guys then discuss the Big Ten race ahead and Sunday's game at No. 5 Nebraska. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Omaha Steaks: Go to https://www.OmahaSteaks.com to get an extra $35 off with promo code ILLINI at checkout. Minimum purchase may apply. Thanks to Omaha Steaks for sponsoring us! MANDO: Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @shop.mando and get 20% off + free shipping with promo code ILLINI at shopmando.com! #mandopod GET 2 MONTHS OF ILLINI INQUIRER VIP ACCESS FOR JUST $1! Want to try out Illini Inquirer VIP access, for a limited time only, you can get your first TWO MONTHS of VIP access for just $1! That's the best Illinois Fighting Illini coverage for just pennies per day. Get the most in-depth intel and insight on Illinois football, basketball, recruiting and more with Illini Inquirer. Sign up now for the monthly option and get your first two month for just $1! Sign up now! 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

Fighting Illini Today 01-30-26See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Fighting Illini Today 01-29-26See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Lon Tay and Derek Piper join Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to discuss the end of the Tay & Piper Show and getting out of sports media. Then the guys chat about Illini football's 2025 season and the 2026 schedule ahead before diving deep on the 2025-26 Illini basketball team, including Keaton Wagler's greatness and the team's potential. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Omaha Steaks: Go to https://www.OmahaSteaks.com to get an extra $35 off with promo code ILLINI at checkout. Minimum purchase may apply. Thanks to Omaha Steaks for sponsoring us! MANDO: Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @shop.mando and get 20% off + free shipping with promo code ILLINI at shopmando.com! #mandopod GET 2 MONTHS OF ILLINI INQUIRER VIP ACCESS FOR JUST $1! Want to try out Illini Inquirer VIP access, for a limited time only, you can get your first TWO MONTHS of VIP access for just $1! That's the best Illinois Fighting Illini coverage for just pennies per day. Get the most in-depth intel and insight on Illinois football, basketball, recruiting and more with Illini Inquirer. Sign up now for the monthly option and get your first two month for just $1! Sign up now! 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

Fighting Illini Today 01-28-26See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Fighting Illini Today 01-27-26See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Fighting Illini Today 01-26-26See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Brad Underwood Show 01-26-26See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Boilers In The Stands is LIVE. Purdue ends their west coast trip looking to go 2-0 as they take on UCLA. Greg Braggs, Joe Jackson, and Kraig Bowers break down everything that you need to know from the game. Come tune into the chat!Subscribe on Youtube here - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCn7kd9CfRqtyF3wIseu_8LAClick here to check out our merch - https://braggsinthestands.creator-spring.com/?Follow Us On Twitter - @BoilersInStandsFollow Greg Braggs on Twitter - @GBraggsJr23Follow Kraig on Twitter - @kraigbowers34Follow Joe on Twitter - @joejacksoncbb#Purdue #CollegeBasketball #Boilermakers #BoilerUp

Fighting Illini Today 01-23-26See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Fighting Illini Today 01-22-26See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Purdue takes on Illinois in a BIG TIME Big Ten matchup. Kraig Bowers and Joe Jackson breakdown everything you need to know about the Illini and this matchup.Subscribe on Youtube here - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCn7kd9CfRqtyF3wIseu_8LAClick here to check out our merch - https://braggsinthestands.creator-spring.com/?Follow Us On Twitter - @BoilersInStandsFollow Greg Braggs on Twitter - @GBraggsJr23Follow Kraig on Twitter - @kraigbowers34Follow Joe on Twitter - @joejacksoncbb#Purdue #CollegeBasketball #Boilermakers #BoilerUp

Fighting Illini Today 01-21-26See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Fighting Illini Today 01-20-26See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Fighting Illini Today 01-19-26See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.