The event will be held in Illinois football’s Memorial Stadium on Saturday, Feb. 1. The Butkus Award is presented annually to the nation’s best linebacker at the high school, collegiate ...

Looking ahead to the 2025 season, the Illini host Western Illinois at Memorial Stadium on Aug. 30. Led by QB Luke Altmyer, the Fighting Illini return 18 starters from the Citrus Bowl win and 12 of ...

"It is an honor for the University of Illinois to host the Butkus Award Show in Memorial Stadium, where Dick ... most feared and respected players in football history," said Whitman.