Illini Inquirer Podcast: An Illinois Fighting Illini athletics podcast
Illini Inquirer staff members Jeremy Werner, Joey Wagner, Mike LaTulip, J Leman and many others discuss all things Illinois Fighting Illini athletics.
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- StandardSummaries onlyEp. 1190 - Exclusive: AD Josh Whitman on 2025-26 year, what's ahead for Illini athletics
Published Jun 25, 2026
Illinois athletics director Josh Whitman sits down with Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner in his office to reflect on the 2025-26 year for the Illini and what's ahead. Whitman also discusses the state of college athletics and facilities upgrades.Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on:Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NPSpotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just 50% OFF: https://tinyurl.com/2fkhmjdz
- StandardSummaries onlyEp. 1189 - NBA Draft takeaways: Wagler headed to Hollywood; Dosunmu signs massive deal; Jakucionis to Milwaukee
Published Jun 24, 2026
Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Kyle Tausk react to Illinois one-and-done guard Keaton Wagler going No. 5 overall in the NBA Draft, how he fits with the Clippers and what this means for the Illini program. The guys then discuss the other Illini fallout from a busy start to the NBA week, including Ayo Dosunmu signing a nine-figure deal with the Minnesota Timberwolves and Kasparas Jakucionis getting dealt to the Milwaukee Bucks in the Giannis Antetokounmpo trade to the Miami Heat.Follow the Il
- StandardSummaries onlyEp. 1188 - Kendall Gill on 2026 NBA Draft, Keaton Wagler & Bulls; WR Brody Knowles commits
Published Jun 22, 2026
Live from New York for the NBA Draft, Illini Inquirer publisher Jeremy Werner chats about Keaton Wagler's journey to Tuesday's big moment in Brooklyn, three-star Texas WR Brody Knowles' commitment to Illinois and the Illini's addition of in-state kicker Ulysses Morales. Illini legend Kendall Gill then joins Werner to discuss his NBA Draft moment, Wagler's NBA potential, Kylan Boswell's NBA path and what the Chicago Bulls should do.Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on:Apple: https://apple.co/3oM
- StandardSummaries onlyEp. 1187 - 2026 NBA Draft preview & mock draft with Mike LaTulip & Isaac Trotter
Published Jun 19, 2026
Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip and CBS Sports college basketball writer Isaac Trotter join Jeremy Werner to preview the 2026 NBA Draft. The guys discuss how Illinois guards Keaton Wagler and Kylan Boswell fit into the NBA and then conduct a first-round mock draft, slating prospects with specific teams.SUPPORT OUR SPONSOROmaha Steaks: Visit OmahaSteaks.com and get an extra $35 off, with Promo Code ILLINI at checkout.Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on:Apple: https://apple.co/3o
- StandardSummaries onlyEp. 1186 - Illini land 4-star WR Bennett Konkey, 3-star RB Steven Alexis
Published Jun 16, 2026
Illini Inquirer’s Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner react to Illinois landing commitments from four-star Geneva (Ill.) wide receiver Bennett Konkey and three-star Florida running back Steven Alexis. The guys discuss what they bring to the offense, how Illinois landed them and what’s next for the Illini in the Class of 2027.SUPPORT OUR SPONSORSCheers Health: For a limited time our listeners are getting 20% off their entire order by using code ILLINI at CheersHealth.com. Just head to CheersHealth.com
- StandardSummaries onlyEp. 1185 - Kyle Tausk on Illini MBB's push for in-state stars; New Illini softball coach Jenna Hall
Published Jun 15, 2026
Illini Inquirer's Kyle Tausk joins Jeremy Werner to break down what he learned at the Riverside-Brookfield Shootout watching and talking with Illini Class of 2028 targets Brody Pettigrew and Cole Kelly as well as 2027 commit Mason Martin. Werner then chats with new Illini softball coach Jenna Hall about taking over the program at her alma mater, her vision and the challenges ahead.SUPPORT OUR SPONSORSOmaha Steaks: Visit OmahaSteaks.com and get an extra $35 off, with Promo Code ILLINI at checkout
- StandardSummaries onlyEp. 1184 - Illini add four Class of 2027 commits; Players we need to talk about more
Published Jun 12, 2026
Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner discuss the latest commitments for Illinois football, including 2026 Unity QB Dane Eisenmenger and four Class of 2027 prospects: QB Sladen Shack, TE Cade Newman, OL Gavin Ericson-Staton and DL Ryan Paulsen. The guys also preview another weekend of Class of 2027 official visitors before discussing Illinois football players they think deserve more focus heading into the 2026 season.SUPPORT OUR SPONSORSOmaha Steaks: Visit OmahaSteaks.com right now for
- StandardSummaries onlyEp. 1183 - Why Lincoln Williams is an intriguing late Illini signing; What Quentin Coleman showed at AmeriCup
Published Jun 9, 2026
Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner talks about the latest commitments for Illini football: DL Ryan Paulsen and QB Sladen Shack. Kyle Tausk then joins Werner to discuss why three-star 2026 wing Lincoln Williams is an intriguing late signing for Illinois basketball and what he could bring to the program. Tausk then breaks down what he saw from five-star Illini freshman Quentin Coleman in the AmeriCup and what it says about how he'll fit on a 2026-27 team with Final Four hopes.SUPPORT OUR SPONSORSOmah
- StandardSummaries onlyEp. 1182 - Why CJ Moore has Illini basketball at No. 1 in his 2026-27 rankings
Published Jun 8, 2026
The Athletic college basketball writer CJ Moore joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to discuss Illinois basketball's run to the Final Four and his hometown perspective on Keaton Wagler's rise to All-American and projected top-10 NBA Draft pick. Moore then breaks down what stands out about the Illinois staff and why he had Illinois at No. 1 in his post-NBA Draft withdrawal deadline 2026-27 college basketball rankings.SUPPORT OUR SPONSORSVisit OmahaSteaks.com and get an extra $35 off, with Promo
- StandardSummaries onlyEp. 1181 - Tom Fornelli on the state of Illini football
Published Jun 4, 2026
CBS Sports college football writer Tom Fornelli, a U of I graduate, joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to discuss his thoughts on Illinois football entering Year Six under Bret Bielema. Fornelli discusses what Bielema has accomplished, how new QB Katin Houser fits Barry Lunney Jr.'s offense, the hiring of defensive coordinator Bobby Hauck and 2026 expectations. Fornelli also discusses his thoughts on the state of college football and who he's buying and selling in the Big Ten in 2026.SUPPORT
- StandardSummaries onlyEp. 1180 - Exclusive: Brad Underwood on Illini's Final Four run & offseason reload
Published Jun 3, 2026
Illinois men's basketball coach Brad Underwood joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner for an exclusive 40-minute interview, in which he hits on the Illini's Final Four run, Keaton Wagler's epic season, an offseason focused on retention, the new additions to the 2026-27 roster and big-picture topics in college basketball.SUPPORT OUR SPONSORCheers Health: For a limited time our listeners are getting 20% off their entire order by using code ILLINI at CheersHealth.com. Just head to Ch
- StandardSummaries onlyEp. 1179 - Illini football recruiting June official visits preview
Published Jun 1, 2026
Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner preview a critical month of June official visits for Illinois football recruiting. The guys discuss how the Class of 2027 is shaping up, the biggest positions of need, the most intriguing positions, the top in-state and out-of-state targets and the potential for a big splash. SUPPORT OUR SPONSOR * Cheers Health: For a limited time, our listeners are getting 20% off their entire order by using code ILLINI at CheersHealth.com. Just head to CheersHeal
- StandardSummaries onlyEp. 1178 - Scott Dochterman on the state of college football, the Big Ten and the Illini
Published May 30, 2026
The Athletic's Scott Dochterman joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to discuss the state of college football and tectonic shifts in the sport. Dochterman discusses the push to expand the College Football Playoff to 24 teams and the rising cost of rosters, and then he gives his thoughts on Illinois football under Bret Bielema and the top stories for the 2026 Big Ten football season. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Columbia Street Roastery: Head to CSRcoffee.com and use code IlliniAllTheWay to get 10 pe
- StandardSummaries onlyEp. 1177 - Isaac Trotter on Andrej Stojakovic's official return to Illini
Published May 28, 2026
CBS Sports college basketball writer Isaac Trotter joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to discuss Andrej Stojakovic withdrawing from the NBA Draft and officially returning to Illinois for the 2026-27 season. Trotter breaks down why Stojakovic made the decision, what it means for Illinois and how Stojakovic can get better in Year Two with the Illini. Trotter then breaks down the Big Ten landscape following the stay-or-go NBA Draft decisions. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Columbia Street Roastery: Head t
- StandardSummaries onlyEp. 1176 - J Leman's post-spring Illini football thoughts
Published May 27, 2026
All-American linebacker J Leman joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to discuss Illinois football's offseason changes, 2026 roster and expectations. Leman breaks down his thoughts on Bret Bielema hiring Bobby Hauck as defensive coordinator and the 3-3-5 defense, QB Katin Houser's fit in Barry Lunney Jr.'s offense and the talent around him and what this 2026 season means for Bielema's program. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Columbia Street Roastery: Head to CSRcoffee.com and use code IlliniAllTheWay to
- StandardSummaries onlyEp. 1175 - Illini football mailbag with Joey Wagner
Published May 21, 2026
Joey WagnerIllini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner answer listener-submitted Illinois football questions on Bobby Hauck's 3-3-5 defense, expectations for the program moving forward, the offensive line, 2026 personnel, recruiting and much more. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Omaha Steaks: Visit OmahaSteaks.com right now for 50% off sitewide during their Memorial Day Sale. And for an extra $35 off, use Promo Code ILLINI at checkout. TUSHY: If you're not Team TUSHY, you're not Team Clean. For a limited time, ou
- StandardSummaries onlyEp. 1174 - Super-sized Illini hoops mailbag with Kyle Tausk
Published May 20, 2026
Kyle TauskIllini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Kyle Tausk answer listener-submitted Illinois basketball questions on Andrej Stojakovic, Ty Rodgers, Toni Bilic, the non-conference schedule, 2027 NBA Draft prospects, the freshmen and much more. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Omaha Steaks: Visit OmahaSteaks.com right now for 50% off sitewide during their Memorial Day Sale. And for an extra $35 off, use Promo Code ILLINI at checkout. TUSHY: If you’re not Team TUSHY, you’re not Team Clean. For a limited time, our listene
- StandardSummaries onlyEp. 1173 - Illini football's Class of 2027 in-state infusion
Published May 18, 2026
Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Ryan Easterling react to Illinois football landing three in-state commitments in a week — OL Mason Halliman, OL Soren Fifer and LB Sean Rice — and what they bring to the program. The guys also discuss other in-state prospects they could be in the mix to land this summer. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Omaha Steaks: Visit OmahaSteaks.com right now for 50% off sitewide during their Memorial Day Sale. And for an extra $35 off, use Promo Code ILLINI at checkout. TUSHY: If y
- StandardSummaries onlyEp. 1172 - Illini football recruiting momentum; Stojakovic's stay-or-go decision
Published May 14, 2026
Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner react to Illinois football adding commitments from 2026 JUCO tight end BJ Thurman and 2027 Morton OL Soren Fifer on back-to-back days. Then the guys discuss Andrej Stojakovic's comments from the NBA Draft Combine about his stay-or-go decision, Quentin Coleman and Zavier Zens rises in the final 2026 rankings and the Illini's home-and-home against Duke. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Visit OmahaSteaks.com right now for 50% off sitewide during their Memorial Da
- StandardSummaries onlyEp. 1171 - Yogi Roth evaluates Illini football, QB Katin Houser and new defense
Published May 12, 2026
Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner chats about the latest in Illinois football recruiting, including three-star OL Mason Halliman's commitment. Then Yogi Roth, analyst for NBC Sports and Big Ten Network, joins Werner to give his thoughts on the growth of Illinois football and the Big Ten and what Bret Bielema and Barry Lunney Jr. do so well. He then breaks down new QB Katin Houser's game and the upside and downside of Bobby Hauck's new 3-3-5 defense. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Visit OmahaSteaks.com right
- StandardSummaries onlyEp. 1170 - NBA Draft lottery fallout & Combine preview; Eric Bossi on Illini hoops recruiting
Published May 11, 2026
Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Kyle Tausk discuss what this week's NBA Draft Combine means for Keaton Wagler, Kylan Boswell and Andrej Stojakovic, as well as Wagler's best NBA Draft fits and the Bulls landing the No. 4 pick in the lottery. 247Sports national basketball director Eric Bossi then joins Werner to discuss Illinois basketball prep recruiting, its top-10 Class of 2026, its early 2027 commits and other 2027 and 2028 targets. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Visit OmahaSteaks.com right now for
- StandardSummaries onlyEp. 1169 - Adam Finkelstein on Keaton Wagler's NBA Draft stock, Illini basketball's highly-rated additions
Published May 7, 2026
CBS Sports' director of basketball scouting Adam Finkelstein joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to discuss Illinois basketball's retention and highly-rated additions and Keaton Wagler's NBA Draft stock. Finkelstein discusses the importance of the Illini's retention and what Providence transfer guard Stefan Vaaks and top-50 Class of 2026 prospects Quentin Coleman and Lucas Morillo bring to the Illini. Then Finkelstein breaks down how Wagler stacks up in the 2026 NBA Draft class, Kylan Boswell'
- StandardSummaries onlyEp. 1168 - Joe Henricksen on in-state recruiting importance for Illini hoops
Published May 6, 2026
City/Suburban Hoops Report's Joe Henricksen joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to discuss the state of in-state basketball recruiting, its importance for the Illini in today's age of college basketball, Illini Class of 2027 commits Quinton Kitt and Mason Martin and 2028 targets Brady Pettigrew and Cole Kelly. SUPPORT OUR SPONSOR Columbia Street Roastery: Head to CSRcoffee.com and use code IlliniAllTheWay to get 10 percent off your first order and get free shipping on orders of over $45. Tu
- StandardSummaries onlyEp. 1167 - Reasons for optimism & concern for 2026 Illini football
Published May 5, 2026
Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner react to Illinois firing softball coach Tyra Perry and EIU athletic director Tom Michael re-joining the Illini athletic department as Josh Whitman's No. 2. The guys then break down their top reasons for optimism and top reasons for concern for the 2026 Illinois football team. SUPPORT OUR SPONSOR Columbia Street Roastery: Head to CSRcoffee.com and use code IlliniAllTheWay to get 10 percent off your first order and get free shipping on orders of o
- StandardSummaries onlyEp. 1166 - Chris Hine on the Illini Timberwolves: Ayo Dosunmu & Terrence Shannon Jr.
Published May 2, 2026
Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner discusses Illinois football coach Bret Bielema's comments on recruiting the Class of 2027 and then chats with the Star Tribune's Chris Hine about former Illinois basketball stars Ayo Dosunmu and Terrence Shannon Jr. playing key roles in the Minnesota Timberwolves advancing past the Denver Nuggets in the NBA Playoffs and their futures with the franchise. SUPPORT OUR SPONSOR Omaha Steaks: Go to https://OmahaSteaks.com to get their Burger Perfection Pack! And use p
- StandardSummaries onlyEp. 1165 - Most intriguing Illini football players after spring ball
Published May 1, 2026
Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner discuss former Illinois basketball stars Terrence Shannon Jr. and Ayo Dosunmu helping lead the Minnesota Timberwolves past the Denver Nuggets in the first round of the NBA Playoffs. The guys then discuss Illinois football's early recruiting struggles in the Class of 2027 and the most intriguing Illini football players at each position following the conclusion of spring practice. SUPPORT OUR SPONSOR Omaha Steaks: Go to https://OmahaSteaks.com to g
- StandardSummaries onlyEp. 1164 - Kyle Tausk on strengths & flaws of Illini hoops' offseason; Illini golf coach Mike Small on postseason play
Published Apr 29, 2026
Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Kyle Tausk break down the Illini basketball offseason, the strengths and potential flaws of the roster, individual player expectations and how Illinois stacks up nationally. Werner then chats with Illinois men's golf coach Mike Small about the end of the regular season and start of postseason play this weekend at the Big Ten Championships in Oregon. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Omaha Steaks: Go to https://OmahaSteaks.com to get their Burger Perfection Pack! And use
- StandardSummaries onlyEp. 1163 - Stojakovic declares for NBA Draft; Illini's 2026 NFL Draft fits
Published Apr 27, 2026
Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner react to Illinois basketball's Andrej Stojakovic declaring for the NBA Draft and Ayo Dosunmu's big weekend in the NBA Playoffs. The guys then discuss three Illini getting selected in the 2026 NFL Draft and the fits for Gabe Jacas (Patriots), J.C. Davis (Giants) and Miles Scott (Broncos). The guys also discuss QB Luke Altmyer going undrafted and the opportunities he and other undrafted free agents received. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Omaha Steaks: Go to
- StandardSummaries onlyEp. 1162 - Mike LaTulip evaluates Illini basketball's offseason retool
Published Apr 23, 2026
Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip joins Jeremy Werner to discuss Illinois basketball offseason retention and roster retool. LaTulip breaks down the importance of returning five core pieces from the Final Four team and the additions of Stefan Vaaks and a top-10 prep recruiting class and the Illini's potential flaws. SUPPORT OUR SPONSOR Omaha Steaks: Go to https://OmahaSteaks.com to get their Burger Perfection Pack! And use promo code ILLINI at checkout for an extra $35 off. Minimu
- StandardSummaries onlyEp. 1161 - 247Sports' Kyle Tucker on Illini MBB's offseason
Published Apr 21, 2026
247Sports director of college basketball content Kyle Tucker joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to discuss the Illinois basketball offseason. Tucker discusses the Illini's retention efforts, additions to the backcourt and how the Illini stack up nationally. Tucker also discusses big takeaways from the offseason, including winners and one big loser of the offseason so far. SUPPORT OUR SPONSOR Omaha Steaks: Go to https://OmahaSteaks.com to get their Burger Perfection Pack! And use promo code
- StandardSummaries onlyEp. 1160 - Andrej Stojakovic returns to Illini; 2026 F Zavier Zens commits
Published Apr 17, 2026
Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Kyle Tausk react to Andrej Stojakovic returning to Illinois basketball and three-star Class of 2026 forward Zavier Zens committing to the Illini. The guys discuss what Stojakovic's return means for the 2026-27 season, how Illinois was able to retain its Final Four core and what's next for the offseason. The guys also discuss what Zens, the 2026 Wisconsin Mr. Basketball brings to the program, and why Illinois went high school heavy this recruiting cycle. Follow
- StandardSummaries onlyEp. 1159 - Isaac Trotter on Final Four core returning to Illini
Published Apr 16, 2026
CBS Sports college basketball writer Isaac Trotter joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to talk about four key Illinois basketball players annoncing their returns to Illinois basketball for the 2026-27 season: David Mirkovic, Tomislav Ivisic, Zvonimir Ivisic and Jake Davis. The guys discuss what it means for the program, how they all can improve and what's next, including the latest on Andrej Stojakovic and John Blackwell. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Gameday Spirit: Get 15% off your next purchase with
- StandardSummaries onlyEp. 1158 - Illini WBB coach Shauna Green; Lopati decommits; Spring football names to know
Published Apr 14, 2026
Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner discusses Illinois basketball's offseason, four-star QB Kamden Lopati's decommitment and names of interest from Illini football spring practice. The guys then catch up with Illinois women's basketball coach Shauna Green about the Illini's 2025-26 season, roster retention, the transfer portal and more. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Gameday Spirit: Get 15% off your next purchase with them online at gamedayspirit.com when you use the code "Illini15" at check
- StandardSummaries onlyEp. 1157 - Providence guard Stefan Vaaks commits to Illini!
Published Apr 12, 2026
Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Kyle Tausk react to Illinois basketball landing a commitment from Providence transfer guard Stefan Vaaks. The guys discuss how the Estonian fits with the Illini and what's next in their roster build. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Gameday Spirit: Get 15% off your next purchase with them online at gamedayspirit.com when you use the code "Illini15" at checkout. Columbia Street Roastery: Head to CSRcoffee.com and use code IlliniAllTheWay to get 10 percent off your fir
- StandardSummaries onlyEp. 1156 - Isaac Trotter on Illini's retention & transfer portal efforts
Published Apr 10, 2026
Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner discusses Illinois women's basketball landing LSU transfer guard Divine Bourrage and the latest with Illinois football recruiting. CBS Sports basketball writer Isaac Trotter then joins Werner to put a bow on the Illini basketball 2025-26 season and discuss the Illini's retention and transfer portal efforts. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Gameday Spirit: Get 15% off your next purchase with them online at gamedayspirit.com when you use the code "Illini15" at checkout. Colum
- StandardSummaries onlyEp. 1155 - Mike LaTulip's Illini offseason plan
Published Apr 8, 2026
Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip joins Jeremy Werner to discuss the Illini's Final Four loss to UConn and preview the offseason. LaTulip breaks down what went wrong against UConn and reflects on a special season. He then discusses the Illini's retention efforts and transfer possibilities for rebuilding the backcourt and filling a hole in the frontcourt. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Gameday Spirit: Get 15% off your next purchase with them online at gamedayspirit.com when you use the code
- StandardSummaries onlyEp. 1154 - Illini fall 71-62 to UConn in Final Four
Published Apr 5, 2026
Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Kyle Tausk react to Illinois basketball's season-ending 71-62 loss to UConn in the Final Four. The guys discuss a tough shooting night, why UConn has had Illinois' number, the atmosphere at Lucas Oil Stadium and more. Then the guys discuss the offseason ahead, retention efforts and transfer portal focus. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Gameday Spirit: Get 15% off your next purchase with them online at gamedayspirit.com when you use the code "Illini15" at checkout. Foll
- StandardSummaries onlyEp. 1153 - Adam Finkelstein & Kyle Tausk on Illini vs. UConn, Quentin Coleman's commitment
Published Apr 3, 2026
From the Final Four in Indianapolis, Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner discusses Illinois vs. UConn and four-star guard Quentin Coleman's commitment to the Illini with CBS Sports director of scouting Adam Finkelstein and Kyle Tausk. The guys break down the huge turnout of Illini fans at Friday's open practice, final thoughts on the matchup with UConn and how Coleman fits in the Illini's future. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Gameday Spirit: Get 15% off your next purchase with them online at gamedayspirit.c
- StandardSummaries onlyEp. 1152 - Final Four roundtable with Isaac Trotter & Trevor Vallese
Published Mar 31, 2026
CBS Sports college basketball writer Isaac Trotter and Field of 68 content manager Trevor Vallese join Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to preview the Final Four. The University of Illinois alums break down the Illini's NCAA Tournament run so far, preview Saturday's semifinal matchup between Illinois and UConn and discuss the Illini's national title possibilities. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Gameday Spirit: Get 15% off your next purchase with them online at gamedayspirit.com when you use the code "Ill
- StandardSummaries onlyEp. 1151 - Mike LaTulip previews the Final Four & Illinois vs. UConn
Published Mar 30, 2026
Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip joins Jeremy Werner to react to Illinois clinching a spot in the Final Four and its matchup against UConn. LaTulip breaks down what this means for the program, Brad Underwood and the players. He then looks ahead to Saturday's semifinal between Illinois and UConn and why it is different than November's matchup in NYC. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Gameday Spirit: Get 15% off your next purchase with them online at gamedayspirit.com when you use the code "Illi
- StandardSummaries onlyEp. 1150 - FINAL FOUR BOUND: Illini top Iowa 71-59 in Elite Eight!
Published Mar 29, 2026
Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Kyle Tausk react to Illinois basketball's 71-59 Elite Eight win over Iowa to advance to the Final Four. The guys discuss how Brad Underwood led the program here, what it means for his legacy, why this team was the one to break through and some highlights from the game. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Gameday Spirit: Get 15% off your next purchase with them online at gamedayspirit.com when you use the code "Illini15" at checkout. Columbia Street Roastery: Head to CSRcof
- StandardSummaries onlyEp. 1149 - Mike LaTulip previews Illini's Elite Eight matchup vs. Iowa
Published Mar 27, 2026
Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip joins Jeremy Werner to react to the Illini's Sweet Sixteen win over Houston and preview Saturday's Elite Eight game against Iowa. LaTulip discusses what led to the Illini's best defensive performance of the season, individual performances that stood out and what Illinois must do to knock off red-hot Iowa to make the Final Four. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Gameday Spirit: Get 15% off your next purchase with them online at gamedayspirit.com when you use t
- StandardSummaries onlyEp. 1148 - Illini advance to Elite Eight with 65-55 win over Houston!
Published Mar 27, 2026
Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Kyle Tausk react to Illinois basketball's 65-55 win over Houston in the Sweet Sixteen to advance to the Elite Eight to play No. 9 seed Iowa. The guys discuss the Illini's best defensive performance and toughest performance of the season, improved offense in the second half and Saturday's matchup against Iowa for the chance at a Final Four. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS * Gameday Spirit: Get 15% off your next purchase with them online at gamedayspirit.com when you use t
- StandardSummaries onlyEp. 1147 - Derek Piper & Kyle Tausk preview Illinois vs. Houston in the Sweet Sixteen
Published Mar 26, 2026
Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner picks the brains of Derek Piper and Kyle Tausk to preview Thursday's Sweet Sixteen game between Illinois and Houston. The guys break down the Illini's first-weekend performance, their biggest concerns about Houston, their biggest reasons for optimism about Illinois and the X-factor for Illinois. The guys end the show by making their game predictions. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Gameday Spirit: Get 15% off your next purchase with them online at gamedayspirit.com when you
- StandardSummaries onlyEp. 1146 - Kyle Tucker on Illini's Final Four chances, top NCAAT storylines; Joey Wagner recaps Illini WBB season
Published Mar 24, 2026
247Sports college basketball writer Kyle Tucker joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to discuss the top storylines of the NCAA Tournament so far, Illinois vs. Houston in the Sweet Sixteen and the Illini's ceiling in this tournament. Then Illini Inquirer's Joey Wagner joins to recap Illinois women's basketball season, which ended with a Round of 32 loss to Vanderbilt, and looks ahead to the future of the program. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Gameday Spirit: Get 15% off your next purchase with them onlin
- StandardSummaries onlyEp. 1145 - Mike LaTulip previews Illinois vs. Houston in the Sweet Sixteen
Published Mar 23, 2026
Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip joins Jeremy Werner to discuss Illinois basketball's advancement into the Sweet Sixteen and preview Thursday's matchup against Houston. LaTulip discusses what stood out about the Illini's dominance against Penn and VCU and then breaks down the keys to the Illini against Houston, which was the national runner-up last season. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Gameday Spirit: Get 15% off your next purchase with them online at gamedayspirit.com when you use the cod
- StandardSummaries onlyEp. 1144 - Illini punch ticket to Sweet Sixteen with 76-55 win over VCU!
Published Mar 22, 2026
Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Kyle Tausk react to Illinois basketball defeating VCU 76-55 to advance to the Sweet Sixteen. The guys discuss a well-rounded offensive performance, dominant defensive performance and some key individuals. The guys then look ahead to Thursday's matchup with No. 2 seed Houston. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Omaha Steaks: Go to https://www.OmahaSteaks.com to get 50% off sitewide and an extra $35 off with promo code ILLINI247 at checkout. Minimum purchase may apply. Co
- StandardSummaries onlyEp. 1143 - Illini impose their will in 105-70 first-round NCAAT win over Penn
Published Mar 20, 2026
Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Kyle Tausk react to Illinois basketball's dominant 105-70 first-round NCAA Tournament win over Penn. The guys react to David Mirkovic's historic performance, Keaton Wagler's impressive first NCAAT game, a red-hot shooting display in the second half, Kylan Boswell's strong defense and more. Then the guys look ahead to Saturday's Round of 32 game against No. 11 seed VCU. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Omaha Steaks: Go to https://www.OmahaSteaks.com to get 50% off si
- StandardSummaries onlyEp. 1142 - Buy or sell Illini MBB in NCAAT with Isaac Trotter; Kendall Bostic on Illini WBB's draw
Published Mar 18, 2026
CBS Sports' Isaac Trotter joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to play a Buy or Sell with Illinois men's basketball entering the NCAA Tournament, breaking down their draw in the Greenville pod and South region. Illini women's basketball great and radio color analyst Kendall Bostic then joins Illini Inquirer's Joey Wagner to discuss the Illini women's draw in the NCAA Tournament as a No. 7 seed in Nashville, the great play of the underclassmen and Shauna Green's great success. SUPPORT OUR SPONSO
- StandardSummaries onlyJon Rothstein reacts to & picks every game in 2026 NCAA Tournament Bracket!
Published Mar 18, 2026
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- StandardSummaries only🏀Men’s March Madness Bracket Preview Extravaganza: Picks, predictions for ALL 67 games ✍️
Published Mar 17, 2026
March Madness is HERE! Join Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander as they pick the winner for EVERY game of the 2026 NCAA Tournament. They will take you from Dayton all the way to Indianapolis. Who do the guys have winning it all? Tune in to find out! (0:00) Intro + Norlander is doin’ more stuff with brackets (1:00) This is the bracket preview … it’s different from yesterday (7:00) East Region Picks & Predictions (24:00) South Region Picks & Predictions (37:45) West Region Picks & Predictions (53:00)
- StandardSummaries onlyEp. 1141 - Mike LaTulip's 2026 NCAA Tournament preview
Published Mar 16, 2026
Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip joins Jeremy Werner to break down No. 3 seed Illinois basketball's draw in the South Region of the NCAA Tournament. LaTulip breaks down what he thinks of a first-round matchup with No. 14 seed Penn a potential second-round matchup against No. 6 North Carolina or No. 11 seed VCU and what Illinois must do to have a successful first weekend. He then zooms out at the long-term path in the South Region and discusses the rest of the March Madness bracket
- StandardSummaries onlyEp. 1140 - Evaluating the Illini's 2026 NCAA Tournament draw
Published Mar 16, 2026
Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Kyle Tausk react to Illinois earning a No. 3 seed in the South Region of the 2026 NCAA Tournament. The guys discuss the first-round matchup against No. 14 seed Penn and Fran McCaffery in Greenville (S.C.) and a possible second-round matchup against No. 6 seed North Carolina and a potential Sweet Sixteen matchup against Houston. The guys also discuss what must happen for the team to get through to the second weekend. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Omaha Steaks: Go to h
- StandardSummaries onlyEp. 1139 - Illini fade late again in 91-88 OT loss to Wisconsin in Big Ten Tournament
Published Mar 13, 2026
Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Kyle Tausk react to Illinois basketball's 91-88 loss to Wisconsin in the Big Ten Tournament quarterfinal. The guys discuss how the loss mirrored the loss to the Badgers in Champaign, why Illinois is struggling to close out games and the confidence level in this team entering the NCAA Tournament. 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 50% OFF: https:/
- StandardSummaries onlyEp. 1138 - Bret Bielema on offseason of transition
Published Mar 11, 2026
Illinois football coach Bret Bielema joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner to discuss an offseason of transition. Bielema breaks down big changes to his staff and roster, what new DC Bobby Hauck brings, what retaining OC Barry Lunney Jr. meant, some of the new transfer additions and more. Then Werner and Wagner discuss what they've learned during their last few weeks of talking to the new Illini staff members and transfer additions. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Omaha Steaks: Go to http
- StandardSummaries onlyEp. 1137 - Illini regular-season wrap-up roundtable with Mike LaTulip & Isaac Trotter
Published Mar 9, 2026
Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip and CBS Sports' Isaac Trotter join Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to wrap up the Illini's regular season by handing out some awards, discussing their strength and concerns heading into the postseason and more. Then the guys recap the Big Ten as a whole by handing out some superlatives before partaking in their annual Big Ten Tournament draft. SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS Omaha Steaks: Go to https://www.OmahaSteaks.com to get 50% off sitewide and an extr
- StandardSummaries onlyEp. 1136 - Illini hang on to beat Maryland 78-72 in regular-season finale
Published Mar 9, 2026
Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Kyle Tausk react to Illinois basketball's 78-72 win at Maryland. The guys discuss Illinois' struggles to put away one of the Big Ten's worst teams, their struggles to stop Andre Mills and their ability to find a way to win regardless. The guys then look ahead to the postseason. 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 50% OFF: https://tinyurl.com/2fkhm
- StandardSummaries onlyEp. 1135 - Illini land 4-star DB Justin Johnson; Impressions from new staff, transfers
Published Mar 6, 2026
Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner discusses the latest happenings with Illinois football, including a commitment from 4-star Evanston DB Justin Johnson. Werner also discusses and plays what he heard from three new Illini assistant coaches (Roger Cooper, Ronnie Bradford and Tyrone Wheatley) and transfer offensive linemen Jake Renfro and Christian Martin. Werner then answers your Illini football questions to close out the show. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https
- StandardSummaries onlyEp. 1134 - Illini start March with 80-54 rout of Oregon
Published Mar 4, 2026
Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Kyle Tausk react to Illinois basketball's 80-54 rout of Oregon. The guys discuss Andrej Stojakovic's bounce-back game, a big boost from the bench and what it means for Illinois moving forward. 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 50% OFF: https://tinyurl.com/2fkhmjdz To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.aud
- StandardSummaries onlyEp. 1133 - Mike LaTulip on Michigan loss, Illini's final two regular-season games
Published Mar 2, 2026
Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip joins Jeremy Werner to react to Illinois basketball's 84-70 loss to Michigan. LaTulip breaks down what went wrong for the Illini, what they learned and what must be cleaned up in the final two regular-season games against Oregon and at Maryland. LaTulip also discusses the careers of seniors Kylan Boswell and Ben Humrichous. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly
- StandardSummaries onlyEp. 1132 - Illini humbled by Michigan in 84-70 loss
Published Feb 28, 2026
Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Kyle Tausk react to Illinois basketball's 84-70 loss to No. 3 Michigan. The discuss how Michigan's defense and frontcourt bothered Illinois and what a fourth loss in six games means for the team heading into March. 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! Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: ht
- StandardSummaries onlyEp. 1131 - Isaac Trotter previews No. 10 Illinois vs. No. 3 Michigan
Published Feb 25, 2026
Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner discusses Illinois football's new assistant coaches before previewing No. 10 Illinois basketball hosting No. 3 Michigan on Friday. Trotter breaks down Morez Johnson Jr.'s growth at Michigan after transferring from Illinois, where each team has an advantage and an X-factor for either side. SUPPORT OUR SPONSOR 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 Stea