Illini Inquirer Podcast: An Illinois Fighting Illini athletics podcast

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Ep. 302 - 2021 Illini Position Preview: Offensive line Aug 11, 2021

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Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner break down the 2021 Illinois offensive line group, buoyed by a handful of super seniors. The guys discuss what it means that Bret Bielema brings back All-Big Ten seniors Alex Palczewski, Vederian Lowe and Doug Kramer for one more season and how good they make this group. The guys then break down what likely starter Blake Jeresaty adds before diving into the candidates for the open guard competition: former walk-on tight end Alex Pihlstrom, transfer Jack Badovinac and tackle Julian Pearl. The guys then discuss the long-term of this position and what the group could look like in 2022 after all the super seniors depart.

Ep. 301 - 2021 Illini Position Preview: Tight ends Aug 10, 2021

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Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner break down the 2021 Illinois football tight end group. The guys discuss why the position likely will be used more by the new Illini staff and why the staff should like whom it inherits at the position. The guys discuss why Daniel Barker shouldn't be overlooked and whether or not Luke Ford will truly break out. Then the guys discuss a few potential impact transfers, a walk-on to watch and the future at the position.

Ep. 300 - 2021 Illini Position Preview: Wide receivers Aug 09, 2021

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Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner discuss expectations for a revamped Illinois football wide receiver room. The guys discuss what Brian Hightower and Donny Navarro bring as veterans, how Casey Washington's return from the transfer portal improves the group and what Notre Dame transfer Jafar Armstrong adds to the mix. Then the guys dive into what to expect from converted quarterback and former Top247 prospect Isaiah Williams and how he could change the offense. The guys wrap up by discussing Marquez Beason, freshman Pat Bryant and four Class of 2022 wide receiver commits and the long-term future of what has been a position of weakness for Illinois.

Ep. 299 - 2021 Illini Position Preview: Running backs Aug 08, 2021

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Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner break down the 2021 Illinois football running back room, potentially the strongest position group on the team. The guys discuss Chase Brown's breakout 2020 season and what could be in store for the All-Big Ten back in 2021. The guys also discuss what transfer Chase Hayden brings to the Illini backfield, how much growth Reggie Love could make in his second season and expectations for Mike Epstein following his return to the program. The guys also discuss Bret Bielema's history of rushing attacks and the long-term view of this room with 2022 commits Jordan Anderson and Aidan Laughery on board.

Ep. 298 - 2021 Illini Position Preview: Quarterbacks Aug 06, 2021

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Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner break down the 2021 Illinois football quarterback room. The guys break down what the new Illini staff must see from incumbent starter Brandon Peters and how he fits with Bret Bielema and offensive coordinator Tony Petersen. The guys then discuss what Rutgers transfer Artur Sitkowski brings to the QB room both in the short-term and long-term. Then the guys talk about the young depth at quarterback and the future of the QB room, including if there will be more overhaul next offseason.

Ep. 297 - Training Camp Week One Observations Aug 05, 2021

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Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner discuss what they've gathered from Illinois football's first week of training camp. The guys discuss training camp battles, lingering questions about scheme, Bret Bielema's secrecy and some names that stand out. The guys then discuss one big-picture issue with this team and then answer a few VIP member questions.

Ep. 296 - Ayo Dosunmu is a Chicago Bull! Jul 30, 2021

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Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and former Illinois guard Mike LaTulip discuss Ayo Dosunmu going No. 38 overall in the NBA Draft to his hometown Chicago Bulls. The guys discuss why Dosunmu slid out of the first round and how he fits with the Bulls current roster. Then the guys discuss their favorite picks of the draft and the Russell Westbrook to the Lakers trade.

Ep. 295 - Draft Day for Dosunmu Jul 28, 2021

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Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Derek Piper discuss a busy time for Illinois basketball. They start off discussing their impressions from new Illini assistant Tim Anderson's Zoom press conference and what he'll bring to the staff. Piper then breaks down his observations from the summer AAU circuit, including Jayden Epps, Jaden Schutt, Cam Whitmore, Braden Huff and more. Then the guys break down potential fits for Illini guard Ayo Dosunmu for Thursday's NBA Draft.

Ep. 294 - Chris Hummer on what's next for college football Jul 27, 2021

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Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner chats with 247Sports' Chris Hummer about the impact of Texas and Oklahoma leaving the Big 12 has on college football, including the Big Ten. The guys discuss why Texas and Oklahoma are leaving and how it directly impacts the SEC and Big 12. Then the guys chat about what it means for the other power-five conferences and how they should approach expansion, especially the Big Ten. Hummer then discusses where he sees this all leading and what college football will look like in the future.

Ep. 293 - Realigning the future Jul 26, 2021

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Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner discuss big changes for college football, potentially the Big Ten and Illinois basketball. The guys start by chatting about Texas and Oklahoma leaving the Big 12, likely for the SEC, and what that means for the Big Ten, including who they possibly could pursue in expansion. Then Joey shares his Bobby Roundtree story, and the guys discuss the former Illini star's tragic death. The guys end the podcast chatting about Kofi Cockburn's return and its impact on the Illinois basketball.

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