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McLaughlin: Illinois Set to Shake Up the Big Ten Race?

> Spencer is joined by 'Locked On Illini' host Sunny Verma to discuss the Illini's outlook for 2025
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Illinois Fighting Illini defensive back Jaheim Clarke (25) celebrates his fumble recovery against the South Carolina Gamecocks in the third quarter at Camping World Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Jeremy Reper-Imagn Images
Can Illinois put up another 10-win season, shake up the Big Ten, and make the Playoff for the first time? | Jeremy Reper-Imagn Images


  By Spencer McLaughlin of Locked on CFB for SuperWest Sports

July 23, 2025


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Curt Cignetti took shots at the SEC amid his football program weakening its nonconference slate in the coming years.

The Big Ten Commissioner backed him up.

On today’s episode of Locked On College Football, I’m joined by ‘Locked On Illini’ host Sunny Verma to discuss Illinois’ outlook for 2025.

Ilinois logoCan they put up another 10-win season and make the Playoff for the first time? (11:14)

Matt Rhule enters year 3 with Nebraska attempting to capitalize on momentum from their first Bowl appearance since 2016.

Dylan Raiola holds the key to elevating the Cornhuskers. (22:03)

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