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College Football News / Illinois Fighting Illini on SI / October 1
Preview: No. 22 Illinois Football at Purdue in Week 6
Day and time: Saturday, Oct. 4 at 11 a.m. CTVenue: Ross-Ade Stadium, West Lafayette, IndianaTV/Stream: Big Ten NetworkListen: WDWS-AM 1400 and WDWS-FM 93.9 (Champaign)WLS-AM 890 (Chicago) Illini Sports Network affiliates (other local markets) Fighting Illini Mobile AppSiriusXM 85SXM App lllinois vs.
NFL News / Yardbarker / September 9
NFL Draft intel: How John Mateer breaks the mold like world No. 1 golfer Scottie Scheffler
From an Oklahoma quarterback to an Illinois edge-rusher, here are five players we're tracking.
Illinois Fighting Illini News / Illinois Fighting Illini on SI / August 30
Five Numbers That Defined Illinois’ Dominant Win Over Western Illinois
No. 12 Illinois wasted no time disposing of Western Illinois in Friday's opener, routing the Leathernecks 52-3, after jumping out to a 31-0 halftime lead.Western Illinois is among the worst FCS programs, but Illinois did what a team is supposed to do against that caliber of team.
The 'AP Defensive Rookies of the Year' quiz
Given the year, team and position, how many of these first-year defensive standouts since the 2000 season can you name in five minutes?
Illinois Fighting Illini News / Illinois Fighting Illini on SI / August 29
Is Illinois Football Linebacker Gabe Jacas Even Better Than We Thought?
Everyone in the college football world knows the name Gabe Jacas . He isn’t “under the radar” or a “dark horse candidate” for any award lists. Jacas, the most dangerous threat on Illinois' defense, is the No.
Illinois Fighting Illini News / Illinois Fighting Illini on SI / August 25
Illinois Football Countdown to Kickoff: Four Thoughts Before 2025 Opener
That sudden chill in the air? Nothing to fear. It's just the coming of football. With four days remaining until Illinois’ season kicks off against Western Illinois on Friday night (6:30 p.m.
Illinois Fighting Illini News / Illinois Fighting Illini on SI / August 23
Illinois Linebacker Gabe Jacas Sends Message to 2025 Opponents: 'Good Luck'
Illinois’ outside linebacker Gabe Jacas is every bit of 6-foot-3 and 270 pounds. In other words, he’s a scary man and, many would argue, dangerous – never more so than when he's screaming off the edge in pursuit of an opposing quarterback.
Illinois Fighting Illini News / Illinois Fighting Illini on SI / August 21
Did Illinois' Gabe Jacas Get Ranking He Deserved in ESPN's Top 100 CFB Players?
With the college football season set to kick off Saturday, ESPN unveiled its annual Top 100 players list , and Illinois linebacker Gabe Jacas earned a spot at No.
Illinois Fighting Illini News / Illinois Fighting Illini on SI / August 15
Illinois Football 2025 Scouting Report: Outside Linebacker Gabe Jacas
Illinois on SI is delivering scouting reports for each of the key players on the Illini football team's 2025 roster. Below, we present our breakdown of Illini senior outside linebacker Gabe Jacas.
College Football News / Illinois Fighting Illini on SI / August 11
Illinois Football's Gabe Jacas Receives Big Preseason Honor From ESPN
Much is expected of Illinois as the 2025 college football season looms, but the individual expectations for Illini outside linebacker Gabe Jacas may be even higher.
Illinois Fighting Illini News / EasySportz / August 11
2025 Illinois Fighting Illini Football Season Preview: Can Illinois Be A Playoff Team?
The Illinois Fighting Illini enter the 2025 season with high expectations under head coach Bret Bielema in his fifth year, building on a breakthrough 10-win campaign in 2024 that included a Citrus Bowl victory over South Carolina.
College Football News / Illinois Fighting Illini on SI / July 29
Illinois' Gabe Jacas, Xavier Scott Named to Bronko Nagurski Trophy Watch List
Illinois football continued to earn national recognition this week as seniors Gabe Jacas and Xavier Scott were named to the Bronko Nagurski Trophy preseason watch list, awarded annually to college football’s top defensive player.
The Big Question: What Record Does Illinois Need to Make the College Football Playoff?
Illinois football is seeking its first-ever College Football Playoff berth, and with a veteran squad led by fifth-year senior gunslinger Luke Altmyer and relentless pass rusher Gabe Jacas, the Illini appear poised to, at the very least, compete for a spot in the season-ending extravaganza.
Illinois' Gabe Jacas Named Top 5 Linebacker in EA Sports College Football 26
Gabe Jacas has quickly emerged as one of the most feared defenders in college football – and now he’s getting the recognition to match. The Illinois linebacker was recently named one of the top five linebackers in EA Sports College Football 26, earning a 92 overall rating that puts him in elite territory.
Where Illinois' Gabe Jacas Lands in 2026 NFL Mock Draft by ESPN's Todd McShay
Illinois linebacker Gabe Jacas may not be a finished football product just yet, but the Illini were fortunate to coax him back to Champaign after an offseason in which coach Bret Bielema intimated that he had been offered bug NIL money by other programs.
Illinois Football's Gabe Jacas Appreciated for Warm Act of Kindness
Gabe Jacas is coming off an All-Big Ten third team campaign and helping lead Illinois to a 10-3 record and Citrus Bowl win, so of course he had worked up an appetite.
College Football News / Illinois Fighting Illini on SI / January 6
Linebacker Gabe Jacas Commits to 2025 Return to Illinois Football
Illinois football continues to bring the band back together as outside linebacker Gabe Jacas on Monday announced his return to Champaign ahead of next season.
Illinois Fighting Illini News / Illinois Fighting Illini on SI / October 25
Big Ten Football Week 9: Illinois' Gabe Jacas Leads Key Players to Watch
Illinois' success under coach Bret Bielema has been built on a mindset of physicality. The Illini will have to be extra physical in Week 9 to hand top-ranked Oregon its first loss of 2024.
Illinois Fighting Illini News / Illinois Fighting Illini on SI / October 21
Illinois LB Gabe Jacas Earns Big Ten Defensive Player of the Week Award
After a dominant performance in No. 20 Illinois’ 21-7 victory over defending national champion Michigan on Saturday, Illini outside linebacker Gabe Jacas has been named Big Ten Defensive Player of the Week.
Illinois Fighting Illini News / Illinois Fighting Illini on SI / September 11, 2024
Illini LB Gabe Jacas Embraces New Versatility Role
Illinois junior linebacker Gabe Jacas is enjoying his new defensive role where he gets to also play on the defensive line at times. It allows him "I can play two different positions and can be impactful for the team," he said.
College Football News / Armchair Illini / July 12, 2024
Which Three Illini Football Players will attend Media Day
Pat Bryant, Seth Coleman, and Gabe Jacas will be the three players attending Big Ten Media Day for the University of Illinois. Bryant is a rising senior and the lead wide receiver heading into the 2024 season.
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