Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip joins Jeremy Werner to react to Illinois basketball's back-to-back Quad 1 wins over Tennessee and Ohio State. LaTulip breaks down what the Illini showed in two tough games away from home, what makes freshman guard Keaton Wagler and David Mirkovic special, adjustments by Andrej Stojakovic and Zvonimir …

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Kyle Tausk react to Illinois basketball's 88-80 win at Ohio State in the Big Ten opener. The guys discuss big nights from freshmen Keaton Wagler and David Mirkovic, struggles from a few stars, a big second half from Andrej Stojakovic and huge bench boost from Zvonimir Ivisic. The guys then look ahead to Saturday'…

Jeremy Werner chats with Illini Inquirer's Joey Wagner and GoVols247's Ben McKee about Illinois and Tennessee playing in the Music City Bowl on Dec. 30 in Nashville. Werner and Wagner discuss what the bowl game means for the Illini program and potential opt-outs and what's ahead for the coaching staff and transfer portal. McKee then breaks down Ten…

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner, Kyle Tausk and Joey Wagner react to Illinois basketball's 75-62 win over No. 13 Tennessee in Nashville. The guys discuss big games from Keaton Wagler and Tomislav Ivisic, a tough response after the UConn loss and winning plays from several contributors, including Ben Humrichous and Zvonimir Ivisic. The guys then loo…

Illinois football general manager Pat Embleton sits down with Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to discuss the Illini's historic 2026 signing class. Embleton breaks down how Illinois put the class together, some headliner prospects and the structure of the Illini's personnel department. Embleton then discusses how money plays a role in recruiting now…

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner break down the Illinois football 2026 signing class. The guys discuss what led to a historic class for the Illini, their top-5 biggest gets, the JUCO impact, "our guys," positional hauls and transfer portal needs. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Go to OmahaSteaks.com to get 50% off sitewide plus an extra 20% off…

Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip joins Jeremy Werner to review Friday's loss to No. 5 UConn and preview Saturday's matchup against No. 13 Tennessee. LaTulip discusses the Illini's defensive miscues against the Huskies, some silver linings from the group's veterans and what he thinks of another top-15 matchup against the Vols in Nashv…

Illini Inquirer football analyst J Leman joins Jeremy Werner to discuss Illinois football's 20-13 win over Northwestern and review the 2025 season. The guys then discuss the offseason ahead and what Bret Bielema must do to take the program to another level, including with his coaching staff and roster. The guys also discuss a wild coaching carousel…

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner react to Illinois football's 20-13 win over Northwestern. The guys discuss a big day from the defense, offensive struggles and big performances from seniors on Senior Day. The guys also discuss what an 8-win season means for the program and keys to the offseason ahead. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podca…

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Kyle Tausk react to Illinois basketball's 74-61 loss to No. 5 UConn at Madison Square Garden. The guys discuss the Illini's shooting woes, early defensive mistakes and no-shows from some key players but also Kylan Boswell's great game, Tomislav Ivisic's encouraging second half and the important month ahead. SUPPO…

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner preview Saturday's regular-season finale between Illinois and Northwestern with a six-pack of questions. The guys discuss the senior class's legacy, the Illini's All-Big Ten candidates, the recruiting Class of 2026, keys vs. the Wildcats and their picks to click and bold predictions for the game. SUPP…

Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip joins Jeremy Werner to recap Illini's two buy-game wins and preview Friday's game against No. 5 UConn. LaTulip breaks down defensive slips against UTRGV, how Mihailo Petrovic fits the rotation, Tomislav Ivisic getting up to speed and keys for the Illini vs. UConn at Madison Square Garden. SUPPORT OUR …

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Kyle Tausk react to Illinois basketball's 87-73 win over UTRGV. The guys discuss defensive and effort issues, another big game from Andrej Stojakovic, Mihailo Petrovic's role and Friday's game vs. No. 5 UConn at Madison Square Garden. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Go to OmahaSteaks.com to get 50% off sitewide plus an extr…

All-American linebacker and Illini Inquirer football analyst J Leman joins Jeremy Werner to react to Illinois football's 27-10 loss at Wisconsin. Leman breaks down why the game might force Bret Bielema to make a change to his defensive staff and what went so wrong for the Illini offense. Leman then looks ahead to Saturday's regular-season finale ag…

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: htt…

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 …

Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip breaks down Illinois basketball's 90-86 loss to No. 11 Alabama at United Center. LaTulip discusses big games from Kylan Boswell and Andrej Stojakovic, a hot-and-cold offense, defensive breakdowns late, struggles from the frontcourt and freshmen and what he wants to see against LIU and UTRGV. SUPPORT O…

CBS Sports' Isaac Trotter joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to preview No. 8 Illinois basketball's game against No. 11 Alabama at United Center. Trotter discusses the Illini's win over Texas Tech and how freshmen David Mirkovic and Keaton Wagler stack up nationally. He then breaks down the matchup between the Illini and Crimson Tide and discuss…

All-American linebacker J Leman joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to react to Illinois football's 24-6 win over Maryland, discussing what's behind the improvement for the defense and running game, what this season means for the program and the keys to Illinois keeping its winning streak going at Wisconsin this weekend. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Game…

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner react to Illinois football's 24-6 win over Maryland. The guys discuss the positives and negatives from the game, including the defense stepping up for a second straight game, the rushing attack and a goal-line failure. The guys also talk about a few big recruiting visitors and potential bowl destinati…

Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip joins Jeremy Werner to discuss Illinois basketball's 81-77 win over No. 11 Texas Tech, what it says about the team, Andrej Stojakovic's big performance, how Kylan Boswell has elevated his game, Keaton Wagler's surprise trait and Zvonimir Ivisic's value. LaTulip then discusses how Mihailo Petrovic and …

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner preview Illinois football vs. Maryland with a six-pack of questions about the Illini, including what the final three games mean, players who could end the season well, keys against Maryland and what they want to see from the defense during the final stretch. Werner then catches up with first-year Illi…

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Kyle Tausk react to Illinois basketball's 81-77 win over No. 11 Texas Tech. The guys discuss Andrej Stojakovic's monster performance, Kylan Boswell's big game, how the Illini mixed it up defensively and what this win says about this team. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spot…

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner chats about Illini football's final three games and offseason ahead with All-American linebacker J Leman before previewing Tuesday's Illini MBB game against No. 10 Texas Tech with 247Sports/CBS Sports college basketball writer Isaac Trotter. Leman discusses the three Illini football opponents remaining, what he wants…

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Kyle Tausk react to Illinois basketball's 113-70 win over Florida Gulf Coast, breaking down the positives and negatives. The guys discuss Tomislav Ivisic's knee injury and the impact as well as big games from Kylan Boswell, freshmen Keaton Wagler and David Mirkovic and Zvonimir Ivisic, plus Andrej Stojakovic's re…

Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip joins Jeremy Werner to react to Illinois basketball's 113-55 season-opening win over Jackson State. LaTulip discusses his excitement level about David Mirkovic and how he lifts the already strong Illini frontcourt, freshman guard Keaton Wagler, why Jake Davis shouldn't be overlooked and how Andrej Sto…

All-American linebacker J Leman joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to break down Illinois football's 35-13 win over Rutgers. Leman discusses defensive changes that led to success, the impact of Luke Altmyer in the run game, how the offensive line has improved and more. Then Leman previews the final three games of the season and discusses the Ill…

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Kyle Tausk react to Illinois basketball's dominant 113-55 season-opening win over Jackson State. The guys break down a dominant performance by the Illini frontcourt, another strong game from the freshmen, the latest on injuries and what's next for the Illini. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://…

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner react to Illinois football's 35-13 rout of Rutgers, ending a two-game skid. The guys discuss Luke Altmyer's big day through the air and on the ground, the defense's bounce-back performance, clinching bowl eligibility and the final stretch ahead. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://ap…

Familiar friend Derek Piper joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to preview the 2025-26 Illinois basketball season. Piper discusses offseason storylines he's buying and selling, what excites him and concerns him about the roster, and his thoughts on the defense, biggest game of the season and his expectations. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on…

Jeremy Werner previews Saturday's Illinois vs. Rutgers game with ScarletNation.com's Bobby Deren and Illini Inquirer's Joey Wagner. Deren discusses Rutgers season so far, their potent passing attack, struggling defense and the matchup with Illinois. Werner and Wagner then answer a six-pack of questions about the Illini, including needed changes to …

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Kyle Tausk react to a busy week of Illinois basketball news. The guys discuss the NCAA approving Mihailo Petrovic's eligibility and deeming him a sophomore, what they've heard from the Illinois vs. Florida scrimmage and Illinois landing four-star Class of 2026 guard Lucas Morillo. The guys wrap up discussing the …

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 str…

Jeremy Werner chats with Dawgman.com's Kim Grinolds and Illini Inquirer's Joey Wagner to preview Illinois football's road game at Washington. Grinolds break down what the game means for Jedd Fisch's program, what's behind the Huskies' explosive offense and Ryan Walters' early impact as defensive coordinator. Werner and Wagner then answer a six-pack…

Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip joins Jeremy Werner to give his thoughts on Illinois basketball's 92-65 exhibition win over Illinois State. The guys discuss the offense's connectivity, new defensive wrinkles, David Mirkovic's exciting debut, Zvonimir Ivisic, the two freshmen guards and the returning veterans. The guys then look ahea…

All-American linebacker J Leman joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to discuss the first-half surprises for Illinois, both positives and negatives, and preview the Illini's matchup at Washington on Saturday. J also discusses the coaching carousel in college football before answering some listener-submitted mailbag questions. Follow the Illini Inq…

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Kyle Tausk react to Illinois basketball's 92-65 exhibition win over Illinois State, breaking down the positives and negatives from the game. The guys discuss impressive games from the newcomers, including David Mirkovic, Zvonimir Ivisic and Brandon Lee, and discuss what could translate to the season. The guys the…

Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip and 247Sports' Isaac Trotter join Jeremy Werner to preview the 2025-26 season. The guys break down expectations for the offense and defense and discuss the Illini's personnel, including who could earn All-Big Ten honors and expectations for additions like Andrej Stojakovic, Mihailo Petrovic, David Mir…

All-American linebacker J Leman joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to react to Illinois football's 34-16 loss to No. 1 Ohio State. The guys discuss the negatives and a few bright spots from the loss, what Illinois must do during the off week to take advantage of the five-game stretch ahead and the Illini's playoff possibilities. Leman then gives…

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Jeremy Werner previews No. 17 Illinois vs. No. 1 Ohio State with Bucknuts' Patrick Murphy and Illini Inquirer's Joey Wagner. Murphy breaks down how Ryan Day has maintained Ohio State's national championship expectations despite losing both coordinators and 14 NFL Draft picks. Werner and Wagner then break down the Illinois side of the game, includin…

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Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner react to Illinois football's 43-27 win at Purdue, breaking down the positives and concerns from the game. The guys discuss big days from Luke Altmyer (390 passing yards) and Hank Beatty (186 receiving yards), claiming the Cannon for a second straight season, some breakdowns by the defense, a 5-1 start…

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Kyle Tausk discuss what they learned from their interviews with players and coaches from Illinois basketball's local media day. The guys discuss the latest on Andrej Stojakovic and Ty Rodgers; expectations for newcomers Mihailo Petrovic, Keaton Wagler, Brandon Lee and David Mirkovic; and potential changes to the …

Jeremy Werner previews No. 22 Illinois football's rivalry game at Purdue with On3's Tom Dienhart and Illini Inquirer's Joey Wagner. Dienhart breaks down first-year head coach Barry Odom's impact and challenge and what he's seen from Purdue through four games. Werner and Wagner then answer a six-pack of questions on Illini football heading into Purd…

All-American linebacker J Leman joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to react to Illinois football's bounce-back win over USC. The guys discuss the team's response to adversity, the offensive line getting off the mat, another clutch late-game drive and whether they have concerns about the defense after USC put up 490 yards. Leman then looks ahead …

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner react to Illinois football's 34-32 win over No. 21 USC and break down the positives and negatives from the game, including David Olano's game-winner, a bounce-back performance by the offensive line, Barry Lunney's strong play calling, Luke Altmyer's big day, two fumbles inside the five-yard line and p…

Jeremy Werner previews No. 23 USC at No. 21 Illinois with USCFootball.com's Ryan Abraham and Illini Inquirer's Joey Wagner. Abraham breaks down the Trojans' 4-0 start, QB Jayden Maiava's progress, the defense in Year Two under coordinator D'Anton Lynn. Then Werner and Wagner break down the Illini side of the game, including any changes that need to…

247Sports college basketball writer Isaac Trotter chats with Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner about the top storylines for the start of Illinois basketball's fall practice. The guys discuss the impact of Andrej Stojakovic's knee injury, Mihailo Petrovic's acclimation, the battle for playing time in the frontcourt, potential defensive changes, expect…

All-American linebacker J Leman joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to discuss Illinois football's disheartening 63-10 loss at Indiana. Leman breaks down the Illini's protection issues, attrition in the secondary and how the team bounces back from an embarrassing loss. The guys then look ahead to Saturday's homecoming game against No. 21 USC and …