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Illini Inquirer Podcast: An Illinois Fighting Illini athletics podcast

By247Sports, Illinois, Illinois Football, Illinois Basketball, Illinois Athletics, College Football, College Basketball
1001 episodes

Podcast Summary

Illini Inquirer staff members Jeremy Werner, Derek Piper, Joey Wagner and others discuss all things Illinois Fighting Illini athletics.

#1

Ep. 994 - Illini football's biggest X-factors for 2025 season

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner discuss Illinois men's basketball playing UConn at Madison Square Garden on Black Friday, a big recruiting month ahead for Illinois football and Illini baseball stay Vytas Valincius entering the transfer portal. The guys then break down the biggest X-factor players for Illinois football during the 2025 season. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: Spotify: Other: Go VIP for just $1: To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

2025-06-02•1hr 11mins
#2

Ep. 993 - Revisiting Illini basketball's greatest 'What ifs' of the 21st century

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Derek Piper discuss Terrence Shannon Jr.'s impact in the Western Conference Finals, Will Riley and Kasparas Jakucionis staying in the NBA Draft and Dame Sarr to Duke. The guys then dive into the greatest Illini basketball 'What ifs" of the 21st century, including if Bill Self never departed for Kansas, if Bruce Weber and John Groce had NIL, if Jalen Brunson chose Illinois, if Illinois beat Loyola, if Terrence Shannon Jr. went to Michigan and many more. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: Spotify: Other: Go VIP for just $1: To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

2025-05-30•1hr 25mins
#3

Ep. 992 - Ryan Easterling on how Illini are building special 2026 recruiting class

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner discusses the non-compete clauses in Bret Bielema and Brad Underwood's contract extensions, Illini golf's disappointing weekend at the NCAA Championships and Terrence Shannon Jr.'s NBA impact. Then Ryan Easterling joins to discuss how Bret Bielema is building the Illini's highest-ranked recruiting class in more than a decade and a half, what he thinks of in-state commits Nasir Rankin and King Liggins and upcoming official visitors. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: Spotify: Other: Go VIP for just $1: To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

2025-05-26•56mins
#4

Ep. 991 - Illini land Chicago stars Nasir Rankin & King Liggins

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: Spotify: Other: Go VIP for just $1: To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

2025-05-22•1hr 4mins
#5

Ep. 990 - 2025-26 Illini basketball player impact rankings

Illini Inquirer's Derek Piper and Jeremy Werner break down the 2025-26 Illinois basketball roster by ranking the players by their expected impact on the season. The guys discuss how the new additions fit in and what impact the returners are expected to have. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: Spotify: Other: Go VIP for just $1: To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

2025-05-20•1hr 5mins
#6

Ep. 989 - 2025 Illini football position rankings

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: Spotify: Other: Go VIP for 30% OFF: To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

2025-05-19•1hr 2mins
#7

Ep. 988 - Ryan Easterling on Nasir Rankin decision, Illini football's summer recruiting efforts

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Ryan Easterling discuss the latest in Illinois football recruiting. The guys discuss three-star DL Parker Crim's commitment and four-star Morgan Park prospect Nasir Rankin's upcoming decision and what landing him would mean for the Illini program. The guys then discuss JC Anderson's visit schedule, upcoming official visitors and the overall outlook on the Class of 2026. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: Spotify: Other: Go VIP for 30% OFF: To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

2025-05-16•50mins
#8

Ep. 987 - Piper on Illini hiring Camryn Crocker assistant, Brad Underwood extension

Illini Inquirer's Derek Piper and Jeremy Werner discuss Illinois basketball's expected hire of Colgate assistant Camryn Crocker and how he fits on the staff, Illinois extending head coach Brad Underwood, the NBA Draft Combine for Kasparas Jakucionis and Will Riley and the addition of 2025 guard Blake Fagbemi. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: Spotify: Other: Go VIP for 30% OFF: To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

2025-05-15•1hr 0mins

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#9

Ep. 986 - Illini lock in Bret Bielema & Brad Underwood for the long-term

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: Spotify: Other: Go VIP for 30% OFF: To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

2025-05-14•32mins
#10

Ep. 985 - Isaac Trotter evaluates Illini's roster reset

CBS Sports and 247Sports college basketball writer Isaac Trotter joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to give his thoughts on Illinois basketball's offseason. Trotter breaks down what excites and concerns him about the Illini's 2025-26 roster, how the new pieces fit, potential leaps for the returners and X-factors. He then discusses how the Illini stack up in the Big Ten and a big week ahead at the NBA Draft Combine for Kasaparas Jakucionis and Will Riley. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: Spotify: Other: Go VIP for 30% OFF: To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

2025-05-12•49mins
#11

Ep. 984 - Mike LaTulip on Illini landing Andrej Stojaković & Mihailo Petrović

Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip joins Jeremy Werner to break down Illinois basketball's additions of Cal transfer Andrej Stojaković and Serbian guard Mihailo Petrović. He discusses how each fits with the Illini, how they impact the Illini and their potential this season. LaTulip also breaks down Ben Humrichous' return, the rest of the Big Ten and what's ahead for the Illini during summer workouts. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: Spotify: Other: Go VIP for 30% OFF: To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

2025-05-01•1hr 3mins
#12

Ep. 983 - Andrej Stojakovic signs with Illini!

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Derek Piper react to California transfer Andrej Stojakovic signing with Illinois basketball. The guys break down his fit and how he can get better at Illinois. The guys also discuss the addition of Serbian guard Mihailo Petrovic, the likely return of Ben Hurmichous and what they think of the Illini roster, which looks complete. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: Spotify: Other: Go VIP for 30% OFF: To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

2025-04-29•1hr 12mins
#13

Ep. 982 - Pat Bryant drafted by Broncos; Alex Palczewski on NFL career

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: Spotify: Other: Go VIP for 30% OFF: To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

2025-04-28•56mins
#14

Ep. 981 - Altmyer stays true to Orange & Blue; Spring ball recap; NFL Draft preview

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: Spotify: Other: Go VIP for 30% OFF: To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

2025-04-23•1hr 24mins
#15

Ep. 980 - Mike LaTulip on Andrej Stojakovic, Adam Miller & Illini basketball offseason so far

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner chats about Josh McCray transferring to Georgia, four-star DB Victor Singleton flipping his commitment from Illinois to Texas A&M and a big week for the Illini football roster ahead. Then Mike LaTulip joins him to talk about the Illini basketball offseason so far, including Kylan Boswell, Tomislav Ivisic and Ty Rodgers returning; Zvonimir Ivisic and David Mirkovic joining; and the possibility of Ben Humrichous returning. LaTulip then breaks down the potential fit of Cal transfer wing Andrej Stojakovic and Arizona State transfer guard Adam Miller. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: Spotify: Other: Go VIP for 30% OFF: To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

2025-04-21•1hr 6mins
#16

Ep. 979 - Josh McCray to enter transfer portal; Illini WBB adds two transfers

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: Spotify: Other: Go VIP for 50% OFF: To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

2025-04-16•51mins
#17

Ep. 978 - Jakucionis & Riley declare for NBA Draft; Could Illini & Adam Miller reunite?

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Derek Piper react to a newsy weekend and Monday for Illinois basketball. The guys discuss Kasparas Jakucionis and Will Riley declaring for the NBA Draft, their projections and what having a pair of one-and-done draft picks could mean for the program. The guys then discuss what they saw from Illini commit David Mirkovic and Illini target Dame Sarr in the Nike Hoop Summit. Plus, the guys discuss the potential of a reunion with Adam Miller and whether he'd fit the roster. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: Spotify: Other: Go VIP for 50% OFF: To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

2025-04-14•1hr 9mins
#18

Ep. 977 - Isaac Trotter on Illini basketball offseason so far

CBS Sports and 247Sports college basketball writer Isaac Trotter joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to break down Illinois basketball's offseason so far. Trotter reviews the Final Four and the Illini's 2024-25 season before breaking down the state of the transfer portal, Illinois retaining Kylan Boswell and Tomislav Ivisic, adding Zvonimir Ivisic and David Mirkovic and what they need in the backcourt and what it will cost. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: Spotify: Other: Go VIP for 50% OFF: To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

2025-04-11•49mins
#19

Ep. 976 - Halfway to Signing Day Superlatives for Illini football Class of 2026

With April official visits ongoing, Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner have an in-depth discussion on the Illinois football 2026 recruiting class by handing out Halfway to Signing Day Superlatives. The guys discuss the best gets and biggest needs filled and biggest needs and top targets remaining. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: Spotify: Other: Go VIP for 50% OFF: To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

2025-04-10•1hr 4mins
#20

Ep. 975 - David Mirkovic commits to Illini, potential backcourt targets

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Derek Piper discuss Montenegro forward David Mirkovic committing to Illinois basketball. The guys discuss what he brings to the Illini's Balkan-flavored frontcourt and what the strengths and weaknesses are of the Illini's front line. The guys then discuss potential backcourt options, including Wyoming's Malik Moore, North Carolina's Ian Jackson and Italy's Dame Sarr, as well as Will Riley's latest NBA Draft projection. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: Spotify: Other: Go VIP for 50% OFF: To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

2025-04-08•1hr 15mins
#21

Ep. 974 - Zvonimir Ivisic commits to Illini, Tomislav Ivisic returns

Illini Inquirer's Derek Piper and Jeremy Werner discuss Illinois basketball landing Arkansas transfer big man Zvonimir Ivisic and the return of his twin brother Tomislav Ivisic. Then the guys discuss other portal pursuits, misses and needs. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: Spotify: Other: Go VIP for 50% OFF: To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

2025-04-06•59mins
#22

Ep. 973 - Illini spring football mailbag

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: Spotify: Other: Go VIP for 50% OFF: To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

2025-04-04•1hr 22mins
#23

Ep. 972 - Rodgers returns, Johnson to Michigan, Illini's portal pursuits

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Derek Piper discuss all the latest with Illinois basketball's offseason. The guys react to Ty Rodgers returning, Morez Johnson transferring to Michigan and Dra Gibbs-Lawhorn entering the transfer portal. Then the guys discuss the Illini's latest portal pursuits, including Josh Dix, Jaylin Sellers, Zvonimir Ivisic and more. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: Spotify: Other: Go VIP for 50% OFF: To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

2025-04-02•58mins

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#24

Ep. 971 - Mike LaTulip on Illini basketball's busy offseason ahead

Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip joins Jeremy Werner to review Illinois basketball's 2024-25 season and look ahead to a busy offseason ahead. The guys discuss what went went well, what could've gone better and how the Illini staff adjusts to the 2024-25 season. The guys then discuss Morez Johnson Jr. and Tre White entering the portal, concern about the lack of continuity for Brad Underwood and biggest transfer needs and potential targets, including Iowa's Josh Dix and Pryce Sandfort. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: Spotify: Other: Go VIP for 50% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

2025-03-31•58mins
#25

Ep. 970 - Morez Johnson Jr., Tre White go portaling

Illini Inquirer's Derek Piper and Jeremy Werner react to Morez Johnson Jr. and Tre White entering the transfer portal. The guys discuss why they entered the portal, how it impacts Illinois' 2025-26 roster build and the level of concern about Brad Underwood's lack of retention in recent seasons. The guys also discuss weekend visits for Iowa transfers Josh Dix and Pryce Sandfort and where the staff goes from here. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: Spotify: Other: Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

2025-03-30•45mins
#26

Ep. 969 - Buy or sell: Illini hoops offseason edition

Illini Inquirer's Derek Piper and Jeremy Werner discuss Carey Booth entering the transfer portal before playing game of "Buy or sell: Illini offseason edition." The guys discuss the Illini's NBA Draft decisions, a potential Tomislav Ivisic/Morez Johnson Jr. frontcourt, Illinois' pursuit of Iowa transfers Josh Dix and Pryce Sandfort, Ty Rodgers' future, international propsect Dame Sarr, Kylan Boswell's next step and the new Big Ten coaching hires. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: Spotify: Other: Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

2025-03-28•1hr 7mins
#27

Ep. 968 - Illini WBB season review, offseason preview

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: Spotify: Other: Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

2025-03-27•1hr 0mins
#28

Ep. 967 - Illini 2024-25 season in review, offseason preview

Illini Inquirer's Derek Piper and Jeremy Werner discuss Illinois basketball's 84-75 loss to Kentucky in the second round of the NCAA Tournament and review the season that was. The guys then look ahead to the offseason, including who could return from the roster, their biggest transfer portal needs and any other changes Brad Underwood should make. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: Spotify: Other: Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

2025-03-24•1hr 24mins
#29

Ep. 966 - Aaron Gershon previews Illinois vs. Kentucky in Round of 32

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner chats with CatsPause.com's Aaron Gershon to preview Sunday's Round of 32 game between No. 6 seed Illinois and No. 3 seed Kentucky. Gershon breaks down how first-year head coach Mark Pope has impacted the Kentucky program, the Wildcats' style of play, their injury issues and their keys to the game against Illinois. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: Spotify: Other: Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

2025-03-22•29mins
#30

Ep. 965 - Illini down Xavier 86-73, play Kentucky in Round of 32

Illini Inquirer's Derek Piper and Jeremy Werner react to Illinois basketball's 86-73 win over Xavier. The guys discuss big games from first-year players Will Riley, Tomislav Ivisic and Kasparas Jakucionis and a dominant two-way game by Kylan Boswell. Then the guys look ahead to Sunday's Round of 32 game against Kentucky. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: Spotify: Other: Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

2025-03-22•49mins
#31

Ep. 964 - Illinois vs. Xavier NCAA Tournament preview with Rick Broering and Derek Piper

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner previews Illinois basketball's first-round NCAA Tournament game with 247Sports Xavier reporter Rick Broering and Illini Inquirer's Derek Piper. Broering breaks down how Xavier turned around its season, its First Four win over Texas, their strengths and what he thinks of the Illinois matchup. Piper then gives his thoughts on the matchup for Illinois and what he thinks about the Illini heading into the tournament. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: Spotify: Other: Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

2025-03-21•42mins
#32

🏀✏️NCAA Tournament preview/mega-pod spectacular: Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander pick every March Madness game and reveal their brackets!

Sign up for our Bracket Challenge Ladies and Gentlemen. We made it. The all-encompassing NCAA Tournament preview that will take you from Dayton all the way to San Antonio. Gary Parrish and Matt Norlander guide you through all 67 games and gives you an idea of the team that can win it all! 07:00 - South Region Breakdown 14:40 - Stay Or Hit Presented by Chumba Casino 19:00 - West Region Breakdown Eye on College Basketball is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify and wherever else you listen to podcasts. Follow our team: @EyeonCBBPodcast @GaryParrishCBS @MattNorlander @Kyle_Boone @DavidWCobb @NataTheScribe Visit the betting arena on CBSSports.com for all the latest in sportsbook reviews and sportsbook promos for betting on college basketball. You can listen to us on your smart speakers! Simply say, "Alexa, play the latest episode of the Eye on College Basketball podcast," or "Hey, Google, play the latest episode of the Eye on College Basketball podcast." Email the show for any reason whatsoever: [email protected] Visit Eye on College Basketball's YouTube channel: For more college hoops coverage, visit To hear more from the CBS Sports Podcast Network, visit To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

2025-03-19•1hr 19mins
#33

Ep. 963 - Top storylines for Illini spring football

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: Spotify: Other: Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

2025-03-18•1hr 23mins
#34

Ep. 962 - Mike LaTulip's Illini NCAA Tournament preview

Mike LaTulip joins Jeremy Werner to break down Illinois basketball's NCAA Tournament draw and how he feels about Illinois heading into March Madness. LaTulip breaks down the potential matchups with Xavier/Texas and Kentucky and what must happen for Illinois to make a run. He then breaks down the Big Ten's best and worst draws and the head coach openings in the conference. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: Spotify: Other: Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

2025-03-17•49mins
#35

Ep. 961 - Did Illini get a good NCAA Tournament draw?

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner chats with 247Sports/CBS Sports college basketball writer Isaac Trotter about the Illini's NCAA Tournament draw: a No. 6 seed in the Midwest Region and playing the winner of play-in game Texas/Xavier in Milwaukee with the potential to play No. 3 seed Kentucky. Then Werner gets the pulse of Illini fans by chatting with The 200 Level's Mike Carpenter. Then Joey Wagner joins the show to discuss the Illini women's team's draw of a No. 8 seed playing No. 9 seed Creighton in Austin (Texas). Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: Spotify: Other: Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

2025-03-17•56mins
#36

Ep. 960 - Maryland rout just a bad matchup for Illini or a warning sign for NCAAs?

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: Spotify: Other: Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

2025-03-15•41mins
#37

Ep. 959 - IIlini fly by Hawkeyes in 106-94 shootout win in Big Ten Tournament

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: Spotify: Other: Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

2025-03-14•38mins
#38

Ep. 958 - Mike LaTulip on Illini's win over Purdue, Big Ten Tournament preview

Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip joins Jeremy Werner to break down Illinois basketball's 88-80 win over Purdue, including a 13-1 run to end the game, continued strong play by Will Riley and Tre White and more. The guys then preview the Illini's path in the Big Ten Tournament and participate in a Big Ten Tournament draft. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: Spotify: Other: Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

2025-03-11•50mins
#39

Ep. 957 - Illini rally, win third straight with 88-80 win over No. 18 Purdue

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Derek Piper react to Illinois basketball's 88-80 victory over No. 18 Purdue in Friday's regular-season finale at State Farm Center. The guys discuss the Illini's rally, strong close and what a three-game win streak heading into the postseason means for this team, as well as star performances by Will Riley and Tre White. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: Spotify: Other: Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

2025-03-08•58mins
#40

Ep. 956 - Brad Evans on Illini's NCAA seeding ceiling & floor

TheGamingJuice.com bracketologist Brad Evans joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to discuss Illinois basketball's rollercoaster season, their Friday matchup against Purdue, their NCAA Tournament ceiling, the Big Ten bubble teams, the Big Ten's best shot at a Final Four run and the rest of the field. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: Spotify: Other: Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

2025-03-06•38mins
#41

Ep. 955 - Mike LaTulip on Michigan win, Purdue preview; Casey Thomann commits, Art Sitkowski promoted

Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner discusses Illinois football landing a commitment from three-star Olney (Ill.) offensive lineman Casey Thomann and the Illini promotion of Art Sitkowski to co-quarterbacks coach. Then Mike LaTulip joins Werner to discuss Illinois basketball's 93-73 win at No. 15 Michigan, what the re-emergences of Kylan Boswell and Tre White mean for the team and what he thinks of Friday's home matchup against Purdue in the regular-season finale. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: Spotify: Other: Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

2025-03-04•52mins
#42

Ep. 954 - Illini building March momentum after 93-73 win over Michigan?

Illini Inquirer's Derek Piper and Jeremy Werner react to Illinois basketball's 93-73 blowout win at No. 15 Michigan. The guys discuss a dominant performance on the offensive glass, continued defensive strides and red-hot second-half shooting. The guys also discuss how the team has responded from a throttling at Duke to potentially build some March momentum. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: Spotify: Other: Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

2025-03-03•44mins
#43

Ep. 953 - Illini head coach Bret Bielema on how to build on 2024 success

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: Spotify: Other: Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

2025-02-28•58mins
#44

Ep. 952 - Isaac Trotter on Illini's stretch run & March Madness; Genesis Bryant on Illini WBB career & 'the best year yet'

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: Spotify: Other: Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

2025-02-27•1hr 2mins
#45

Ep. 951 - Illini get feel-good 81-61 win over Iowa

Illini Inquirer's Derek Piper and Jeremy Werner react to Illinois basketball's 81-61 win over Iowa, the impact of changes the Illini made to the lineup and style of play and what the bounce-back win means for the Illini's NCAA Tournament outlook and the closing stretch of the season. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: Spotify: Other: Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

2025-02-26•52mins
#46

Ep. 950 - Mike LaTulip on a very, very bad week for Illini basketball

Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip breaks down Illinois basketball's awful week (a 21-point loss to Wisconsin and 43-point loss to Duke) and whether they can break out of the late-season funk, what buttons Brad Underwood can push and what adjustments Underwood may choose to make this offseason after these late-season struggles. Mike also previews this week's matchups against Iowa and Michigan. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: Spotify: Other: Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

2025-02-24•49mins
#47

Ep. 949 - Illini embarrassed by Duke 110-67 at MSG

Illini Inquirer's Derek Piper and Jeremy Werner react to Illinois basketball getting demolished by Duke 110-67 at Madison Square Garden for the worst loss in program history. The guys discuss what has caused the Illini's precipitous decline, where they go from here and if Brad Underwood has the answers. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: Spotify: Other: Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

2025-02-23•41mins
#48

Ep. 948 - What's behind Illini WBB's hot streak & Bret Bielema's staff changes

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: Spotify: Other: Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

2025-02-20•1hr 2mins
#49

Ep. 947 - Wisconsin wallops wounded Illini 95-74

Illini Inquirer's Derek Piper joins Jeremy Werner live from Madison to react to Illinois basketball's 95-74 blowout loss to Wisconsin. The guys discuss how the wounded Illini were overwhelmed defensively by the red-hot Badgers and John Tonje (31 points), a poor game from Kasparas Jakcionis, the bright spot of Dra Gibbs-Lawhorn (17 points) and where Brad Underwood and the coaching staff goes from here with the schedule only intensify downing the stretch. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: Spotify: Other: Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

2025-02-19•42mins
#50

Ep. 946 - Mike LaTulip on MSU meltdown, Wisconsin & Duke preview

Note: This was recorded before the injury news came out on Morez Johnson Jr. Illini Inquirer basketball analyst Mike LaTulip joins Jeremy Werner to break down Illinois basketball's 79-65 loss to Michigan State. LaTulip breaks down what went so wrong in the late collapse and what he wants to see from Brad Underwood. Then LaTulip previews this week's games against Wisconsin and Duke. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: Spotify: Other: Go VIP for 30% OFF: bit.ly/3eGM1NK To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit

2025-02-17•1hr 0mins

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