Podcast appearances and mentions of joey wagner

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner react to Illinois football's big day in Chicago, landing four-star Morgan Park WR Nasir Rankin and three-star Brother Rice DL King Liggins, and what it says about the program. 247Sports national recruiting analyst Allen Trieu also joins the guys to discuss what each prospect brings and what's next for the Illini. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for just $1: https://tinyurl.com/ymnzkebb  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 Illinois football 2025 roster by ranking position groups. The guys discuss the positions they have most confidence and why and some positions where they still have question marks. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for 30% OFF: https://tinyurl.com/ymnzkebb  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 joins Pipes and new guy Kurtis Allen to chat about his NFL draft experience. Plus, the guys break down Bret Bielema's biggest wins so far and look at the upcoming Illini Football schedule.

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner react to Illinois athletic director Josh Whitman making dual announcements of contract extensions for football coach Bret Bielema and Brad Underwood. The guys discuss what it means for the programs and athletic programs and the potential legacies of both coaches. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for 30% OFF: https://tinyurl.com/ymnzkebb  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 recap their NFL Draft experiences with Joey in Green Bay and Jeremy down in Florida for Illini WR Pat Bryant's draft party. The guys discuss Bryant getting drafted by the Denver Broncos in the third round and five other Illini signing free agent deals. The guys then talks with former Illini OL Alex Palczewski about his NFL career with the Broncos, Bryant joining him and how his Illini career shaped him. The guys wrap up discussing the Illini's latest spring transfer portal additions. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for 30% OFF: https://tinyurl.com/ymnzkebb  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 latest on Illinois football, starting with Luke Altmyer sticking with Illinois despite interest from Tennessee, transfer portal departures and additions, Victor Singleton's decommitment and Tony Balanganayi's commitment. Then the guys discuss spring ball stock risers, Pat Bryant's NFL Draft stock and the Illini most likely to be drafted in 2026. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for 30% OFF: https://tinyurl.com/ymnzkebb  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 joins the show to share his insight on Illini football post-spring ball, Illini basketball's international efforts, and Illini women's basketball's offseason. Derek gives his brief scouting report on Mihailo Petrovic. Later, the Chicago Tribune's Meghan Montemurro joins the show to share her thoughts on the Cubs' hot start to the season.

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner discusses Citrus Bowl MVP Josh McCray entering the transfer portal and what it means for Illinois football. The guys discuss why McCray transferred, who has to step up in his absence, what Illinois could target during the spring transfer portal window and the impact so far of April official visits. Then Wagner breaks down what Iowa transfer Aaliyah Guyton and Villanova transfer Maddie Webber bring to Illinois women's basketball.   Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for 50% OFF: https://tinyurl.com/ymnzkebb  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 answer mailbag questions from listeners about Illinois spring football. The guys discuss position group that is exciting, the strengths of the team, surprises of spring, holes to fill on the team, the team's Vegas over/under and much more. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for 50% OFF: https://tinyurl.com/ymnzkebb  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 and Jeremy Werner review the 2024-25 season for Illinois, including a special senior class and bright spots for the future. The guys then look ahead to the offseason, including the impact of a top-10 freshman class and the Illini's top transfer portal needs. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK   To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner break down the top storylines of 2025 spring football. The guys discuss an intense competition at wide receiver, but with most of the starting spots accounted for, the guys mostly focus on developing depth at certain positions and discuss some intriguing players ready to take another step. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK   To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner react to Illinois basketball's 88-65 blowout loss to Maryland in a Big Ten Tournament quarterfinal. The guys discuss whether this is just a bad matchup or a warning sign before the NCAA Tournament and what they think of the Illini's NCAA Tournament chances. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct  Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner react to Illinois basketball's 106-94 win over Iowa in the second round of the Big Ten Tournament. The guys discuss big games from Kylan Boswell, Tre White, Tomislav Ivisic and Will Riley; Fran McCaffery's ejection and Friday's quarterfinal matchup with Maryland. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Joey Wagner joins the show to talk about Bret Bielema's continuing run on the recruiting trail, Pat Bryant's combine performance and Illini women's basketball Senior Day. Later, Derek and Kyle discuss how important a win over Purdue could be for the Illini's momentum entering the postseason.

Illinois head coach Bret Bielema joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner to discuss a special 2024 season, fighting for his program, a strong offseason of retention, a hot start in 2026 recruiting and how he's approaching the 2025 season following success and what and who excites him about next season. Werner and Wagner then react to the interview and discuss the latest with Illinois football. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illinois senior guard Genesis Bryant joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner to discuss Illini women's basketball's Senior Day on Sunday, how Illinois changed her career and life, how the Illini battled through injuries to get back into the NCAA Tournament and the future of the program. Then CBS Sports and 247Sports college basketball writer Isaac Trotter joins Werner to discuss Illinois basketball's up-and-down last month and what he thinks of the Illini for the stretch run before breaking down the landscape of the Big Ten and college basketball entering March. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner discuss Illinois football's recent staff announcements, including Trent Harris and Alex Panos taking over the outside linebacker room from Clint Sintim and Nate McNeal returning to the Illini recruiting department for a third time. The guys then break down Illinois women's basketball's hot streak of 10 wins in 11 games, including a program-record eight-game Big Ten win streak. The guys discuss a special senior class stepping up, a five-star freshman hitting her stride, two top-5 opponents this week and the future of the program.   Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lon and Kyle discuss what's ahead for Illinois against a red hot Wisconsin team on Tuesday and what to make of the Tre White situation now that Morez Johnson is out. Later, Illini Inquirer's Joey Wagner joins the show to give his take on the Illini's recent roller coaster and share his insight on Shauna Green and Illini women's basketball's incredible win streak.

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner welcome 247Sports' Allen Trieu and Ryan Easterling to react to Illinois football landing two Composite four-star prospects out of Ohio during the last week: DB Victor Singleton and LB Cam Thomas. The guys break down what each brings to the Illini, how they landed them, what it means for the Class of 2026 and who could be next. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner, Joey Wagner and Ryan Easterling discuss Illinois football's recent recruiting roll. The guys discuss recent commitments from Florida WR Kenyon Alston and Lincoln-Way East edge rusher Jacob Alexander, the Illini's recent junior day visitors and what this class could mean for Bret Bielema's program. Werner and Wagner then discuss Kendall Bostic's record-setting night for Illinois women's basketball and the Illini's push for an NCAA Tournament bid. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK   To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Derek and guest co-host Joey Wagner talk Illini men's basketball's hot streak and women's basketball's victory over a ranked Iowa team last night. Later, Illini WBB assistant Calamity McEntire joins the show to discuss the win and battling adversity with Makira Cook out for the year.

Derek and Joey Wagner talk some Illini football, including the momentum from the Citrus Bowl win and getting some big pieces back. Have the Illini done enough at WR in the portal? Later, hear from Brad Underwood on the USC matchup.

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Note: Apologies for some popping audio late in this podcast. We've rectified the situation for future podcasts. Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner discuss OL J.C. Davis, DB Xavier Scott and OLB Gabe Jacas all announcing returns to Illinois football for the 2025 season, what it means for the program's expectations and what it says about Bret Bielema and his staff. The guys also break down the roster and potential positions still on the team's transfer wish list.  Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Live from Orlando, Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner react to Illinois football's 21-17 win over South Carolina in the Citrus Bowl. The guys discuss a big-time defensive performance, an impressive rushing attack, other players who stepped up and what a 10-win season means for the program. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK   To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jeremy Werner previews the Citrus Bowl with The Big Spur's Hale McGranahan and Illini Inquirer's Joey Wagner. McGranahan breaks down South Carolina's special season, the impact of bowl opt-outs, star freshman QB LaNorris Sellers and a dominant defensive front. Werner and Wagner then answer a six-pack of Illini football questions about what the Citrus Bowl means for the Illini, the matchup against South Carolina, potential 2025 returners and the transfer portal. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner break down the Illini's first six transfer portal additions, and Badger247's Nick Osen discusses the three additions from Wisconsin: DL James Thompson, DL Curt Neal and OLB Leon Lowery Jr. Werner and Wagner discuss what the four defensive additions bring as well as Ball State WR Justin Bowick and NIU quarterback Ethan Hampton. The guys also discuss the possibility of OL J.C. Davis returning for an extra season of eligibility and the transfer portal needs remaining. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner discuss QB Luke Altmyer's return to Illinois football and the transfer portal. The guys discuss what Altmyer's return means for Illinois football in 2025 and for Altmyer's legacy in Champaign as well as where he stacks up among Big Ten quarterbacks. The guys then discuss the Illini's retention efforts and transfer portal pursuits, including their attempts to fill needs at wide receiver, offensive tackle, defensive line and tight end. The guys end discussing Bill Belichick at UNC and Barry Odom at Purdue. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner discuss Illinois football accepting a bid to play South Carolina in the Citrus Bowl, including the matchup and what the opportunity means for the program. Then the guys discuss the opening of the college football transfer portal window, the Illini's approach to the portal and retention and how revenue sharing will impact the program. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner, Joey Wagner and Ryan Easterling break down Illinois football's 2025 signing class. The guys discuss the class as a whole with Easterling before Werner and Wagner break down the class position by position and how the signees can impact the program. The guys end the show discussing the transfer portal window and the Illini's offseason priorities.   Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner react to the Illini's 38-28 victory over Northwestern as the Illini snag back the Land of Lincoln Hat Trophy. The guys break down the big day from Aidan Laughery and the Illini reaching 9 wins in a season for only the 8th time in program history. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner react to Illinois football flipping four-star Composite LB Grant Beerman from Purdue, how he fits and what it means for the Class of 2025. Then the guys preview Illinois football's regular-season finale against Northwestern with a six-pack of questions, including the Illini's All-Big Ten candidates, the impact of Seth Coleman's injury and concerns and optimism about the matchup. Then the guys wrap up the show with their picks to click and bold predictions for the game. Visit our sponsor Homefield Apparel. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for 50% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner react to the Illini's 38-31 win over Rutgers. The guys break down the up and down performance from Illinois that included a career day from Pat Bryant and a game-winning touchdown in the final seconds. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jeremy Werner previews Illinois football's game at Rutgers with Scarlet Nation's Bobby Deren and Illini Inquirer's Joey Wagner. Scarlet Nation's Bobby Deren joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to preview Illinois football's trip to Rutgers. Deren breaks down Greg Schiano's impact on the Scarlet Knights during his second run in Piscataway, what makes RB Kyle Monangai so effective, the impact of transfer QB Athan Kaliakmanis and the ups and downs of the Rutgers defense. He also gives keys for Rutgers against Illinois and discusses the Scarlet Knights basketball team. Wagner then joins Werner to answer a six-pack of questions on the Illini side of things, including reasons for concern and optimism against Rutgers, Aaron Henry's second season as defensive coordinator and more. The guys end the show making their pick to clicks and bold predictions for the game. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illinois women's basketball coach Shauna Green joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner to discuss a top-10 recruiting class and a 4-0 start to the season. Green discusses what went into building a top-10 signing class, what they bring to the program and what it meant to get top-30 Chicago guard Destiny Jackson. Then Green discusses a 4-0 start to the season, the value of Kendall Bostic, improvement from sophomore guards Gretchen Dolan and Jasmine Brown-Haggar and much more. Then Werner and Wagner give their thoughts on the program. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner react to the Illini's victory over Michigan State on senior day as the Illini gain their 6th home win of the season. The guys break down the bounce back performance from the Illini after the bye week including huge days from Pat Bryant and Josh McCray. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jeremy Werner previews Illinois football vs. Michigan State with Spartain Tailgate's Stephen Brooks and Illini Inquirer's Joey Wagner. Brooks breaks down first-year head coach Jonathan Smith's impact, QB Aidan Chiles and the strengths and weaknesses of the MSU offense and defense. Werner and Wagner discuss keys out of the off week, attrition on defense, getting Luke Almyer back on track, optimism and concerns against Michigan State and recruiting. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner react to Illinois football's 25-17 loss to Minnesota. The guys discuss miscues by the Illini and some key injuries heading into Illinois' bye week. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Gopher Illustrated's Ryan Burns joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to break down the Minnesota Golden Gophers and Saturday's 11 a.m. matchup at Illinois. Werner and Joey Wagner then answer a six-pack of Illinois football questions entering Saturday's game against Minnesota, including injury updates, Luke Altmyer's recent play, defensive struggles, matchups to watch, reasons for optimism and the outlook for the final four games of the regular season. Then the guys give their picks to click and a bold prediction for the Minnesota game. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner break down Illinois football's 38-9 loss at Oregon. The guys discuss their biggest positive takeaways and concerns from the Illini's second loss of the season. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Joey Wagner joins the show to preview the Illini's matchup with Oregon. Lon and Kyle discuss if they're ok taking a house money approach to this game or whether fans should be getting a little greedier.

Jeremy Werner previews Saturday's game between No. 20 Illinois at No. 1 Oregon with CBS Sports play-by-play man Brad Nessler, Duck Territory's Matt Prehm and Illini Inquirer's Joey Wagner. Nessler discusses calling the Illini's win over Michigan, the atmosphere in Champaign, Bret Bielema, the matchup against Oregon and his career. Prehm breaks down the No. 1-ranked Ducks, why Dan Lanning has had success, what makes their offense so good, how their defense has evolved and more. Then Werner and Wagner answer six questions about Illini football entering the matchup, including recruiting, the NFL Draft and reasons for concern and optimism at Oregon before giving their picks to click and a bold prediction. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner react to the Illini's victory over Michigan while celebrating the Memorial Stadium's centennial. The guys break down how the Illini won and what it means for the 2024 season and the program's future. The guys also answer listener-submitted questions. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jeremy Werner previews Saturday's matchup between No. 24 Michigan and No. 22 Illinois with The Michigan Insider's Alejandro Zuñiga and Illini Inquirer's Joey Wagner. Zuñiga breaks down Sherrone Moore's first season as head coach, how much Michigan has changed under his leadership, their quarterback problems, their rushing offense and why such a talented defense has struggled more than expected. Then Wagner joins Werner to answer a six-pack of questions about Illinois entering the Michigan game, including concerns about the defense, what this game means for the Illini program, the matchup with Michigan and more.   Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK   To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner react to the Illini reclaiming the Cannon Trophy after defeating Purdue in OT. The guys break down the gutsy performance from Luke Altmyer, defensive issues, and second half mistakes that lead to Illinois blowing a huge lead. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jeremy Werner previews Saturday's Cannon Trophy game between Illinois and Purdue with GoldandBlack.com's Tom Dienhart and Illini Inquirer's Joey Wagner. Dienhart break down Purdue's immense struggles in Year Two under Ryan Walters, the former Illinois defensive coordinator, and the temperature in West Lafayette entering Saturday's game at Illinois. Wagner and Werner then answer a six-pack of questions about Illinois football, including potential tweaks out of the off week and their picks to click against Purdue. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Joey Wagner and Derek Piper discuss their biggest takeaways from Big Ten Basketball Media Days. The guys break down comments from Brad Underwood, Shauna Green, and more! Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner chats with Lions247's Tyler Donohue and Illini Inquirer's Joey Wagner to preview Saturday's primetime matchup of No. 19 Illinois at No. 9 Penn State. Donohue breaks down what this game means for Penn State, the impact of first-year coordinators Andy Kotelnicki and Tom Allen, the growth of Drew Allar, the strengths and question marks on defense and the keys to PSU winning at home to start Big Ten play. Werner and Wagner then answer a six-pack of questions about the Illini, including the most encouraging parts of the Illini's win at Nebraska, what the game at PSU means for the program, what concerns them most about PSU and what gives them most optimism about Illinois for the game. The guys then give their picks to click for the game. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner react to the Illini's upset win of No. 22 Nebraska in Lincoln. The guys break down the strong performance from Luke Altmyer, Pat Bryant, and the Illinois defense in one of the most impressive wins of the Bret Bielema era. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner previews No. 24 Illinois and No. 22 Nebraska with Husker247's Mike Schaefer and Joey Wagner. Schaefer breaks down the Nebraska angles for Friday's top-25 matchup against Illinois, including how Matt Rhule has revitalized the Cornhuskers program, what has stood out about 5-star freshman QB Dylan Raiola, why the defense has been dominant and the keys against the Illini. Then Werner and Wagner answer six questions about Illinois at Nebraska, including what this game means for the Illini program, most encouraging things about the nonconference, concerns against Nebraska and how to handle Cornhuskers quarterback Dylan Raiola. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8  Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct   Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices