Illini Inquirer Podcast: An Illinois Fighting Illini athletics podcast

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner react to Illinois football's brutal 23-20 loss at Indiana in the Big Ten opener. The guys discuss the many miscues that cost Illinois a game it mostly controlled, including a handful of turnovers, penalties, drops and a 4th-and-1 stuff at the goal line -- and why it is such a missed opportunity for the program. The guys then discuss Bret Bielema's mention of the Illini being "paper thin" at certain positions and what that could mean moving forward.

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner chats with Joey Wagner and Indiana beat writer Dustin Dopirak to preview Friday night's Big Ten opener in Bloomington. Dopirak of the Bloomington Herald-Times and Indianapolis Star gives an in-depth breakdown of the Hoosiers football team to preview Friday's Big Ten opener against Illinois in Bloomington, Ind. Dopirak breaks down what went so wrong last season for Indiana, the quarterback battle, an new offensive coordinator and Tom Allen's approach on defense. He also breaks down what this game means for the Hoosiers. Wagner then joins Werner to discuss the matchup and what they learned from last week's win over Wyoming.

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All-American linebacker J Leman joins Jeremy Werner to give his assessment of Illinois football's 38-6 rout of Wyoming. J gives his thoughts on Chase Brown's big day, the first glimpses of new OC Barry Lunney Jr., QB Tommy DeVito and a new-look offensive line. He then breaks down why the Illini defense kept Wyoming out of the end zone, especially a strong defensive performance. The guys then look ahead to Friday's Big Ten opener at Indiana and what it means for the season and program.

Illini Inquirer's Derek Piper joins Jeremy Werner to discuss four-star forward Amani Hansberry's commitment to Illinois, what it means, what he brings and who could be next in the Illini Class of 2023. The guys also discuss which teams are in the top-tier of Big Ten basketball recruiting teams.

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner react to Illinois football's 38-6 season-opening win over Wyoming. The guys discuss strong days from Chase Brown and the defense, their initial impressions of OC Barry Lunney Jr. and QB Tommy DeVito and any concerns from the first game of the season. The guys also discuss Friday's game at Indiana and take listener questions from the live YouTube stream.

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner gives his thoughts on Illinois football's season opener against Wyoming and Tommy DeVito getting named the starting quarterback, chats with Cowboys beat writer Ryan Thorburn and holds an Illini football All-Big Ten draft with Derek Piper and Joey Wagner.

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Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Derek Piper discuss 2023 four-star forward Amani Hansberry's decision. The guys discuss his huge rise in the rankings, why he is a top Illinois target, where the recruitment is trending and what he'd mean for Illinois. Then Joey Wagner and Isaac Trotter join the guys to have fun with a 2000s Illini basketball player/coach draft. Which guy built the best team?

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner previews the 2022 Illinois football season with former Illini All-American linebacker J Leman. The guys discuss expectations for Year Two of Bret Bielema, what new OC Barry Lunney Jr. and QB Tommy DeVito bring to the offense, who must step up as a playmaker, how Ryan Walters can build on a successful Year One defense and concerns that could hold back the Illini. The guys then preview a Week Zero matchup against Wyoming.

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner breaks down the latest buzz out of Illinois football training camp with just 10 days before kickoff of the 2022 season. He gives five potential breakout candidates, three sleepers, five freshmen who could make an impact and remaining questions/concerns about the team.

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner break down the 2022 Illinois linebackers and special teams unit. The guys discuss expectations for a full year of Calvin Hart Jr., Tarique Barnes' value and the depth behind the two starters, including an under-the-radar name the staff is excited about. Then the guys discuss how Illinois will replace three specialists, the return game and expectations for Hugh Robertson and Caleb Griffin.