Illinois, Bret Bielema and Oregon

Cathartic week helped Illinois' Bret Bielema move on to No. 1 Oregon
There isn’t much time for reflection or grieving when you're a coach in the middle of a season. But in the days leading up to a win against Michigan, Bielema found what he needed.
Bret Bielema Has Resurrected Illinois Football
Illinois football head coach Bret Bielema has renewed hope for fans, and it’s clear this isn’t another fleeting success under a new coach.
What Illinois' Bret Bielema said about Oregon football ahead of Big Ten matchup
Illinois coach Bret Bielema talked Monday about the Fighting Illini's upcoming game against Oregon this Saturday. Here's what he said.
Illinois win over Michigan extra personal for Bret Bielema
Illinois' win over No. 24 Michigan was its first against a ranked Wolverines team since 1983 and its third win against an AP-ranked opponent this season, tying its most since 1950.
Can Bret Bielema Transform Illinois Into a College Football Powerhouse?
Bielema is an Illinois guy (from Silvis, outside the Quad Cities), a Big Ten vet (seven seasons coaching Wisconsin to six bowl games) and a former player (a walk-on defensive lineman at Iowa who was named captain as a senior). He's no-nonsense, yet in touch enough to crack a little bit when thinking on one of his guys:
Live updates: Dan Lanning recaps Oregon football’s win at Purdue, previews top 20 matchup with Illinois
Dan Lanning will hold his weekly press conference tonight to review the win over Purdue and look ahead to the matchup with Illinois. Refresh this page to follow live updates from Lanning’s press conference.
Oregon’s Dan Lanning makes intriguing practice decision ahead of Illinois showdown
The Oregon football program is undefeated on the year and is now the top-ranked team in the latest Associated Press top 25 poll. Oregon defeated Ohio State in a thrilling showdown in Week 7 and then shut out Purdue on the road in Week 8.
Big Ten Daily (Oct. 21): It's Impossible Not to be Happy For Bret Bielema
Saturday was an emotional day for Bret Bielema and Illinois. Beating Michigan meant a lot to the program, but it meant ...
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To Bielema, Illini moments are for family
Bret Bielema celebrated Illinois' win over Michigan with his family on the field, emphasizing the importance of family in ...
Bret Bielema Michigan sign-stealing comments: Illinois coach called scandal 'sickening'
Michigan football will play Illinois one year after Illini head coach Bret Bielema said the Wolverines' alleged sign-stealing ...
'Pissed Off' Bret Bielema Takes Not-So-Subtle Shots at Purdue, Ryan Walters
Illinois coach Bret Bielema said he was 'pissed off' heading into Saturday's game against Purdue in his postgame press ...
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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 ...
McKewon: The Big Ten needs a fourth CFP team, and Illinois’ Bret Bielema is out for revenge
Michigan comes to Illinois's Memorial Stadium this weekend for what is, without much debate, the biggest home game of current ...
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Bielema Named to Bear Bryant Coach of the Year Watch List
CHAMPAIGN, Ill. — Illinois head coach Bret Bielema was named to the 2024 Paul "Bear" Bryant Coach of the Year Award watch ...
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Illini football quick hits | Game Week: Oregon
Coach Bret Bielema and coordinators Barry Lunney Jr. and Aaron Henry were available Monday afternoon ahead of Saturday's game ...