News-Gazette Videos
Illini defense will be tested by USF
Wed, 09/12/2018 - 12:42pm | Scott Richey
Illinois defensive lineman Jamal Woods discusses the Illini's improved run defense last week and the importance of an even better performance Saturday against South Florida before safety Michael Marchese breaks down the challenge the Bulls — and quarterback Blake Barnett — will present and how the Illini walk-ons have played.
Mattoon at Mahomet-Seymour boys' soccer highlights
Wed, 09/12/2018 - 7:00am | Colin Likas
Video highlights from a high school boys' soccer match between Mattoon and Mahomet-Seymour on Sept. 11, 2018, with postgame reaction from Bulldogs coach Jeremy Davis and athlete Austin Carr, as well as Green Wave leader Ryan Ghere.
More offense might be necessary for Illini this weekend
Tue, 09/11/2018 - 1:28pm | Scott Richey
Illinois wide receiver Sam Mays discusses taking on a larger role and the need for the Illini offense to start faster against South Florida. Then running back Mike Epstein discusses his better burst and fit in the offense before quarterback M.J. Rivers II talks about his comfort level in the offense and the challenge of the USF defense.
Nickerson wants UI defense to avoid slow start
Mon, 09/10/2018 - 8:15pm | Scott Richey
Illinois defensive coordinator Hardy Nickerson hits on why the Illini need to start games better, how they've adapted after losing multiple players and the challenge they'll face Saturday against South Florida.
Illinois 'snake bit' at receiver
Mon, 09/10/2018 - 7:50pm | Scott Richey
Illinois offensive coordinator Rod Smith discusses Edwin Carter's second touchdown catch — and ensuing season-ending knee injury — which wide receivers need to step up and having to go to freshman M.J. Rivers II at quarterback.
Illini have yet to put together full game
Mon, 09/10/2018 - 4:54pm | Scott Richey
Illinois coach Lovie Smith breaks down his team's 2-0 start, the challenge the Illini will face against South Florida on Saturday in Chicago and how they've dealt with a roster rocked by injuries and suspensions.
Cubbie Conversation, Sept. 10, 2018
Mon, 09/10/2018 - 12:20pm | Jim Rossow
Rain, losses, an ugly schedule ... there would seem to be reason to worry if you're a Cubs fan. Hogwash, our expert J.J. Lockwood says. "Talent wins out in the end," he says in today's Cubbie Conversation. "You can't stop this team ... Mother Nature, MLB, no one."
Crime Stoppers: Locker theft
Mon, 09/10/2018 - 11:14am | Anthony Zilis
Champaign County Crime Stoppers is seeking help regarding a theft from a locker at Hatha Yoga and Fitness at 2109 S. Neil St. on July 2.
VIDEO: Inside 8-man football
Mon, 09/10/2018 - 7:00am | Anthony Zilis
With the aid of The News-Gazette's aerial footage, Judah Christian football coach explains the rules, strategy, and necessity of 8-man football early in its first year in Illinois.
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