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COLUMN: In celebrating Illini football history, no one deserved a win over Michigan more than Bret Bielema

Of all the celebrations and jubilee that spilled over onto the field as the clock hit zero and went into the night in Champaign, no one deserved the moment more than the Illini head coach.

October 20, 2024 12:37pm CDT

Richter-to-Newton connection sparks Toledo in low-scoring win over Northern Illinois

Northern Illinois (4-3, 1-2) had a 391-285 advantage in total yards but was 4 for 19 on third down and 2 of 8 on fourth.

October 20, 2024 11:07am CDT

Peterka, Thompson lead Sabres past Blackhawks 4-2

Chicago forwards Patrick Maroon (undisclosed minor injury) and Joey Anderson (illness) didn't play.

October 20, 2024 11:05am CDT

QB Leonard runs for 2 TDs as No. 12 Notre Dame leans on strong defense to beat Georgia Tech 31-13

Defense played the lead role, even after giving up Pyron's 60-yard pass to Abdul Janneh to the Notre Dame 16 late in the third quarter.

October 19, 2024 7:23pm CDT

Don't call it a comeback for the Illini defense: Quick takes from No. 22 Illinois vs. No. 24 Michigan

Here are some quick takes from Saturday's top-25 showdown in Champaign, where a stout Illinois defense shined.

October 19, 2024 6:15pm CDT

Wildcat offense sputters as Wisconsin beats Northwestern 23-3

The missed opportunities and inability to sustain drives came back to bite the Wildcats.

October 19, 2024 2:52pm CDT

Illinois high school football: scores and results from Week 8 statewide

Here are the scores and results from the eighth week of high school football around the state of Illinois.

October 18, 2024 11:01pm CDT

IHSA girls flag football state finals set for this weekend

The inaugural IHSA girls flag football state finals are happening this weekend, with all the action taking place at Willowbrook High School in Villa Park.

October 18, 2024 5:04pm CDT

Former Chicago Sky star and WNBA Champion Allie Quigley named to DePaul Athletics Hall of Fame

Former WNBA champion, Chicago Sky star and Illinois basketball icon Alliq Quigley was given another accolade.

October 18, 2024 3:30pm CDT

During WNBA season, bars and restaurants say they saw greater customer demand for women's sports

Sports bars and restaurants are taking note of the rise in women's sports, adjusting their marketing and menus in order to attract a wider range of customers. At least some say they're seeing an increased demand for women's sports on their TVs.

October 18, 2024 12:42pm CDT

Bertuzzi helps Chicago beat San Jose 4-2 in the Blackhawks' home opener

Chicago has scored multiple power-play goals in two of its first five games. It scored multiple power-play goals in five games all of last season.

October 18, 2024 12:38pm CDT

FOX Sports lists RB Khalil Herbert in a potential trade scenario: Why the Chicago Bears shouldn't trade him

Should the Chicago Bears trade Khalil Herbert if teams come calling? Here's why they should hold on to the Virginia Tech product.

October 17, 2024 3:21pm CDT

FOX Sports 2025 NFL mock draft: Chicago Bears take high-profile SEC pass rusher

As the leaves start to fall in mid-October, so do the hopes of some NFL fan bases. The time has come to revisit our early 2025 first round mock draft.

October 17, 2024 2:59pm CDT

Army and Navy are each 5-0 for the 1st time since 1945. They could play twice this year, too

The Cadets at West Point and Midshipmen in Annapolis have put their teams back on the map with these unbeaten starts thanks to old-school approaches.

October 17, 2024 12:54pm CDT

Giannis Antetokounmpo thinks he 'might get traded' if Bucks don't win another championship

This upcoming season could make or break the core of the Milwaukee Bucks … at least that's what Giannis Antetokounmpo thinks.

October 17, 2024 12:21pm CDT