CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — Since 1985, the Butkus Award has signified the nation’s top linebacker. This year, the award ceremony returned to Champaign, the place of the Butkus name became legend.

At some point during the 2025 season, Illinois kicker David Olano will face a crucial kick in nasty weather. He plays in the ...

CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) – The University of Illinois will host the 2025 Butkus Award Show. The event will be held in Illinois football’s Memorial Stadium on Saturday, Feb. 1.

Bielema said there will not be a spring game due a combination of Memorial Stadium construction, injuries and class schedule. CHAMPAIGN — Illinois coach Bret Bielema confirmed on Tuesday that ...

Home to Illinois Fighting Illini football, the University’s Memorial Stadium is at the heart of Illinois college life. Having celebrated its 100th Anniversary last October, the stadium has maintained ...

When: 3:30 p.m. Saturday. Where: University of Illinois Memorial Stadium in Champaign, Illinois. Game notes: The Spartans enter fresh off an ugly loss and an even uglier postgame scuffle with the ...

When: 2:30 p.m. Saturday. Where: Memorial Stadium, Champaign, Illinois. TV: FS1 with Eric Collins (play-by-play) and Devin Gardner (analysis). Radio: FM-97.3 and AM-920 in Milwaukee and a state ...