Best Isaac Trotter Podcasts (2025)

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Ep. 1044 - Isaac Trotter on Illini hoops' fall practice storylines 47:06

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247Sports college basketball writer Isaac Trotter chats with Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner about the top storylines for the start of Illinois basketball's fall practice. The guys discuss the impact of Andrej Stojakovic's knee injury, Mihailo Petrovic's acclimation, the battle for playing time in the frontcourt, potential defensive changes, expect…

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Ep. 1045 - No. 21 USC at No. 23 Illinois preview with Ryan Abraham & Joey Wagner 1:29:53

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Jeremy Werner previews No. 23 USC at No. 21 Illinois with USCFootball.com's Ryan Abraham and Illini Inquirer's Joey Wagner. Abraham breaks down the Trojans' 4-0 start, QB Jayden Maiava's progress, the defense in Year Two under coordinator D'Anton Lynn. Then Werner and Wagner break down the Illini side of the game, including any changes that need to…

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Ep. 1043 - J Leman reacts to Illini's 63-10 loss at Indiana, previews USC 45:39

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All-American linebacker J Leman joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to discuss Illinois football's disheartening 63-10 loss at Indiana. Leman breaks down the Illini's protection issues, attrition in the secondary and how the team bounces back from an embarrassing loss. The guys then look ahead to Saturday's homecoming game against No. 21 USC and …

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Ep. 1042 - Reaction: No. 9 Illini crushed by No. 19 Indiana 63-10 41:48

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Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner react to Illinois football's embarrassing 63-10 loss at No. 19 Indiana. The guys discuss how the game went so wrong and how the Illini, including Bret Bielema, react to it with No. 25 USC coming to Champaign next weekend. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: …

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Ep. 1041 - No. 9 Illinois at No. 19 Indiana preview with Matthew Weaver & Joey Wagner 1:30:24

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Jeremy Werner previews No. 9 Illinois at No. 19 Indiana with Peegs.com's Matthew Weaver and Illini Inquirer's Joey Wagner. Weaver discusses the Hoosiers' rise under Curt Cignetti, the impact of transfer QB Fernando Mendoza, the matchup with Illinois and what this game means for IU. Wagner and Werner then discuss the Illini angles of this game, incl…

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Ep. 1040 - Kyle Tausk on start of Illini hoops fall practices, recruiting; Howard Milton on securing $100 million gift 1:18:42

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Illinois chief development officer Howard Milton joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to discuss the process of securing a $100 million gift from Larry Gies for the football program, the impact on the athletics program and the hope for Memorial Stadium upgrades. Kyle Tausk then joins Werner to discuss Illinois basketball's latest recruiting effort…

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Ep. 1039 - J Leman reacts to Illini's 38-0 win over WMU, previews Indiana 47:07

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All-American linebacker J Leman joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to break down Illinois football's 38-0 win over Indiana. Leman discusses a strong shutout effort by the defense, another slow start by the offense and a dominant second half. Leman then previews Saturday's top-25 matchup at Indiana and discusses UCLA's coaching change. Follow the…

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The Biggest ‘What Ifs’ in Maryland Basketball History 49:40

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Steve dives into his top five “what if” questions in Maryland basketball history and discusses how the answer to each of these questions changed Maryland basketball for better or worse.

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Ep. 1038 - Hits & misses from Illini's 38-0 win over Western Michigan 1:07:12

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Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner react to Illinois football's 38-0 win over Western Michigan. The guys discuss another slow start, another dominant second half, standout performances and next week's top-25 matchup at Indiana. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Othe…

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Ep. 1037 - No. 9 Illinois vs. Western Michigan preview 1:06:09

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Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner discuss Larry Gies' $100 million donation to Illini athletics and changing the stadium name to Gies Memorial Stadium. The guys then preview No. 9 Illinois vs. Western Michigan with a six-pack of questions focusing on what they've learned through two games and the keys vs. the Broncos to wrap up noncon…

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Ep. 1036 - J Leman reacts to Illini's 45-19 win at Duke, previews WMU 46:18

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All-American linebacker J Leman joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to react to Illinois football's 45-19 win at Duke. Leman breaks down how the game was another sign of growth for Bret Bielema's program, how the defensive game plan and execution succeeded against a potent Duke offense, the key halftime offensive adjustments made by Illinois and …

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Ep. 1035 - Hits & misses from Illini football's 45-19 win at Duke 48:02

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Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner break down the positives and negatives from Illinois football's 45-19 win at Duke. The guys discuss some first-half struggles, second-half dominance and some standout performances and key parts of the game. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.f…

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Ep. 1034 - Illinois vs. Duke preview with Adam Rowe & Joey Wagner 1:21:40

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The Devils Den's Adam Rowe joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to give insight on Illinois football's Week 2 opponent Duke, the program under Manny Diaz, highly-touted transfer QB Darian Mensah and what the game vs. No. 11 Illinois means for the Blue Devils. Then Werner and Joey Wagner preview the Illinois side of game with their thoughts on the …

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Ep. 1033 - Isaac Trotter on Illini fall workouts, five toughest opponents of the season 45:16

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247Sports national college basketball writer Isaac Trotter joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to discuss Illinois basketball fall workouts, Mihailo Petrovic's arrival and Andrej Stojakovic's knee sprain. Then Trotter breaks down the five toughest opponents on a loaded Illinois basketball 2025-26 schedule. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: A…

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Ep. 1032 - J Leman reacts to Illini's win over WIU, previews trip to Duke 51:13

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All-American linebacker J Leman joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to react to Illinois football's win over Western Illinois. Leman breaks down what stood out about the Illini offense and defense and which players caught his eye. He then previews the Illini's trip to Duke and discusses how Illinois can contain QB Darian Mensah and approach Manny…

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Ep. 1031 - Hits & misses from Illini's 52-3 win over WIU 1:01:49

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Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner react to Illinois football's 52-3 season-opening win over Western Illinois and provide the biggest hits and misses from the game. The guys then look ahead to next week's game at Duke. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https:…

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Can Maryland Basketball & Football Both Be Good? 28:21

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On the eve of the first full Saturday of college football, Steve dives into whether Maryland basketball and football can both be good at the same time.

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Ep. 1030 - Loren Tate on 59th season of covering Illini football; Tom Moreland on Illini fan gameday experience 1:13:51

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Legendary News-Gazette reporter/columnist Loren Tate joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to discuss his 59th season covering Illinois football. He discusses why he's continued covering the team into his 90s, his perspective on the hype around this football season, his expectations for the 2025 Illini, his thoughts on the 2025-26 Illini basketball…

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Ep. 1029 - Bold predictions for 2025 Illini football; Training camp recap 1:22:08

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Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner recap training camp with things they feel better about, things they're still concerned about and most interesting players. Then the guys make their bold predictions for the 2025 Illinois football season. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2…

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Ep. 1028 - J Leman's 2025 Illini football season preview 1:03:30

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All-American linebacker J Leman joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to kick off the 2025 Illinois football season. Leman discusses what he wants to see from Illinois in Friday's opener against Western Illinois and then breaks down each position group on the team and the next steps for offensive coordinator Barry Lunney Jr. and defensive coordinat…

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Ep. 1027 - BTN's Yogi Roth on Illini offense; Kyle Tausk joins Illini Inquirer, breaks down Illini MBB roster 1:13:57

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Big Ten Network's Yogi Roth joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to discuss his thoughts on Illinois after visiting practice last week. Roth goes in-depth on the operation, QB Luke Altmyer, the wide receiver options, the offensive line and offensive coordinator Barry Lunney Jr. Werner then chats with the newest addition to Illini Inquirer: Kyle Ta…

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Ep. 1026 - Eric Bossi on Illini commits, international recruiting & Underwood's program 40:26

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247Sports national basketball director Eric Bossi joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to discuss Illinois basketball recruiting. Bossi discusses the Illini's two 2026 commits, Ethan Brown and Landon Davis, as well as several other 2026 targets, including Quentin Coleman, Alex Constanza, Cameron Holmes and Jasiah Jervis. Bossi then hits on 247Spor…

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Ep. 1025 - Our "Sign Guys" for the 2025 Illini football season 1:19:31

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Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner discuss the latest from Illini football training camp and the release of the Illini basketball nonconference schedule. The guys then choose their "Sign Guys" for the 2025 Illinois football season, players they're particularly excited about or buying into for now and the future. Follow the Illini Inqui…

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Baba Oladotun's Upcoming Visit to Maryland & Iconic Maryland Basketball Moments 34:23

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Steve starts the show by discussing five-star prospect Baba Oladotun's decision to reclassify to the class of 2026 and his upcoming official visit to Maryland. He also discusses Maryland's recruitment of 2026 shooting guard Junior County and what these recruitments will tell us about Buzz Williams and Maryland. Then he dives into his five most icon…

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Ep. 1024 - Position Preview: Illini DBs and Special Teams 1:05:55

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Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner preview Illinois football's defensive backs and special teams for the 2025 season. The guys discuss whether the secondary is the Illini's strongest position group, how the cornerback rotation will look and some potential breakthrough underclassmen. The guys then discuss the special teams unit, the imp…

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Ep. 1023 - Position Preview: Illini OLBs and LBs 1:07:33

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Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner preview Illinois football's outside linebackers and linebackers for the 2025 season. The guys discuss how Gabe Jacas can take another step as a pass rusher, who will win the other starting OLB job and depth at the position. The guys then discuss the impact of LB Dylan Rosiek's return, who will win the…

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Ep. 1022 - Position Preview: Illini OL and DL 1:26:33

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Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner preview the Illinois offensive and defensive lines for the 2025 season. The guys discuss the level of concern about training camp injuries and depth on the offensive line, a battle at right guard and the next step with five returning offensive line starters. The guys then discuss a new-look defensive …

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Ep. 1021 - Position Preview: Illini WRs and TEs 1:02:06

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Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner preview Illinois football's wide receivers and tight ends for the 2025 season. The guys the intense competition at WRs, including returners Collin Dixon, Hank Beatty and Malik Elzy and newcomers Hudson Clement, Justin Bowick and Brayden Trimble. The guys then discuss a new-look tight end room and the …

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Ep. 1020 - Position Preview: Illini QBs and RBs 1:05:02

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Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner preview Illinois football's quarterbacks and running backs for the 2025 season. The guys discuss QB Luke Altmyer's next steps, the backup battle and long-term outlook at the position. The guys then discuss the potential of healthy RBs Aidan Laughery and Kaden Feagin, the importance of Ca'Lil Valentine…

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Ep. 1019 - Mirkovic arrives, Petrovic signs, Brown commits; Early training camp thoughts 1:07:17

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Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner discuss the latest developments with Illinois basketball, including David MIrkovic's arrival on campus, the official announcement of Mihailo Petrovic's signing, four-star 2026 guard Ethan Brown's commitment and what the guys learned from their conversations with assistant Camryn Crocker and players Ky…

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Ep. 1018 - Martin O'Donnell on Illini trench play; Insight on three of Illini's most intriguing opponents 1:27:58

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Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner catches up with former Illini All-American offensive lineman Martin O'Donnell gives a deep dive on Illinois offensive and defensive line play as well as a 2025 season outlook. Werner and Joey Wagner then get insight on three of the Illini's most intriguing opponents with USCFootball.com's Ryan Abraham, Bucknuts' Patr…

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Ep. 1017 - Four-star 2027 QB Kamden Lopati commits to Illini 48:41

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Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner react to four-star 2027 Utah QB Kamden Lopati's commitment to the Illini and what it says about the program, Barry Lunney Jr. and Art Sitkowski. Ryan Easterling also joins the guys to give his scouting report on Lopati and how he impacts the QB room, plus his thoughts on Jacob Eberhart's commitment ea…

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Ep. 1016 - How does prep recruiting fit into Illini basketball's plans? 54:27

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Derek Piper joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to chat about his final experience at and takeaways from Peach Jam before diving into how prep recruiting fits into Illinois basketball's roster-building plans moving forward in the transfer portal/revenue-sharing era. Piper then breaks down some of the Illini's top prep targets in the 2026 and 2027…

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Ep. 1015 - BTN's Howard Griffith and Jake Butt on Illini football's 2025 outlook 35:59

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BTN analyst and Illini great Howard Griffith chats with Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner about why he's bought into Bret Bielema bringing sustained success to Illinois, what he thinks of the Illinois offense and defense and his outlook on the season and Illinois recruiting. Then Big Ten Network analyst Jake Butt chats with Werner abo…

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Ep. 1014 - Exclusive with Illini AD Josh Whitman; CBS Sports' Gary Danielson on Illini 39:04

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Ilini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner catches up with CBS Sports analyst Gary Danielson to discuss a special broadcast of Illinois football's 2024 win over Michigan at Memorial Stadium and what he thinks of Bret Bielema, Illini quarterback Luke Altmyer, the Illini's chances in the Big Ten in 2025 and how the Big Ten now stacks up in the SEC. Illinois athl…

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Ep. 1013 - Exclusive interviews with Illini players Luke Altmyer, Xavier Scott and J.C. Davis at Big Ten Media Days 56:24

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Illinois players QB Luke Altmyer, DB Xavier Scott and OL J.C. Davis sit down with Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas. The players discuss why they returned to Illinois for another season, the next steps in their development and the season ahead. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co…

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Ep. 1012 - Exclusive interview with Bret Bielema at Big Ten Media Days 29:13

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Illinois head coach Bret Bielema sits down with Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner at Big Ten Media Days at Mandalay Bay in Las Vegas to discuss high expectations entering the 2025 season and an in-depth breakdown of his roster. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Oth…

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Ep. 1011 - Lon Tay on his radio career, fatherhood and the Illini 1:17:23

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The Tay & J Show reunites! Lon Tay joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to discuss his decade-and-a-half sports radio run in Champaign-Urbana, life as a sports dad, his thoughts on Illini football and basketball and much more. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bi…

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Ep. 1010 - Petros Kyprianou on Illini track's rise; Brad Dancer on his top-tier recruiting class 52:07

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Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werenr chats with Illini director of track & field and cross country Petros Kyprianou about building Illinois track back into relevancy, his Moneyball approach, his international influence and the next steps for the program. Then Illini men's tennis coach Brad Dancer joins Werner to chat about his contract extension and a s…

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Ep. 1009 - Derek Piper bidding adieu to Illini Inquirer 1:05:03

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Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Derek Piper discuss Piper leaving Illini Inquirer after nine years, a career and life pivot and his stories from a decade on the Illinois basketball beat. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on: Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 Other: https://bit.ly/36gn7Ct Go VIP for just $1: http…

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The Isaac Trotter Show: S1E1 - Top 10 Offenses for 2025-2026 featuring Jim Root 1:07:19

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The debut episode of The Isaac Trotter Show features Isaac and Three Man Weave's Jim Root discussing the top ten offenses of the upcoming college basketball season. To support the show and get more content like this, subscribe at basketunderreview.com.By Basket Under Review, Isaac Trotter

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Ep. 1008 - Four-star DB Jacob Eberhart commits to Illini! 34:16

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Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner breaks down the impact of four-star Kirkwood (Mo.) defensive back Jacob Eberhart's commitment to Illinois. Werner discusses the family connection to the Illini, how Illinois won the recruitment, what Eberhart brings to the field and what his commitment says about the Illini's Class of 2026, including their improved e…

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Maryland's First 2026 Commit, Most Hated B1G Rivals & B1G Offseason Check-In: Michigan 57:53

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Steve starts the show by discussing 6’7 SF Austin Brown committing to Maryland. Then he dives into the possibility of NCAA Tournament expansion and why he’s opposed to the idea. He runs through his top five most hated Big Ten basketball rivals and wraps up the show by discussing Michigan's offseason and what to expect from the Wolverines in 2025-20…

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Ep. 1007 - Reasons for high hopes & concern for Illini football in 2025 1:21:17

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Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner give their reasons for high hopes and concern for Illinois football during the 2025 season. The guys discuss returners, the coaching staff, the schedule and some question marks.Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on:* Apple: https://apple.co/3oMt0NP* Spotify: https://spoti.fi/2Xan2L8 * Other: https://b…

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Ep. 1006 - Mike Small on Illini golf's PGA success, transfer adds; Katie Hultin on her vision for Illini soccer 50:12

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Illinois men's golf coach Mike Small joins Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner to discuss Illini greats Brian Campbell and Thomas Detry having success on the PGA TOUR, two significant transfer additions and his 2025-26 roster. First-year Illinois soccer coach Katie Hultin then joins Werner to discuss what attracted her to the Illini job, what she learn…

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Ep. 1005 - Shauna Green on new-look Illini WBB; Illini FB misses on downstate tight ends 1:08:54

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Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner discuss Illinois football missing on four-star downstate tight ends Mack Sutter (Alabama) and JC Anderson (Ole Miss) and what it means for the 2026 recruiting class. The guys then chat with Illini women's basketball coach Shauna Green about her new-look team, summer workouts, team health, new roles fo…

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Introducing 'Inside College Basketball Now' with Jon Rothstein 0:52

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Download Inside College Basketball Now on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Inside College Basketball Now with Jon Rothstein is your courtside seat to the inner workings of the sport. Known for his unmatched insider knowledge, bold takes, and relentless coverage, Rothstein goes deep to deliver what’s really happening in college hoops. From breaking down …

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Ep. 1004 - Piper on Illini going back-to-back in NBA Draft 1:14:49

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Illini Inquirer's Derek Piper and Jeremy Werner discuss Kasparas Jakucionis and Will Riley going back-to-back in the first round of the 2025 NBA Draft. Piper discusses his experience in Brooklyn, what he thinks of the fit for Jakucionis in Miami and Riley in Washington, what this means for Illini basketball and who could be the next Illini draft pi…

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Ep. 1003 - Takeaways from Illini AD Josh Whitman's annual media roundtable 1:12:13

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Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner discuss Kasparas Jakucionis and Will Riley going back-to-back in the 2025 NBA Draft and then discuss some news items and their top takeaways from Illinois athletics director Josh Whitman's annual media roundtable, including a change to the Mizzou football series and the impact of the House settlement …

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Ep. 1002 - Mike LaTulip's 2025 NBA Draft preview 1:05:23

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Mike LaTulip joins Jeremy Werner to preview the 2025 NBA Draft. He breaks down how Kasparas Jakucionis and Will Riley stack up in this draft class and their best team fits at the next level, and he then breaks down his thoughts on the top of the draft, some underrated and overrated prospects and some sleepers. Follow the Illini Inquirer Podcast on:…