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College Football News / A to Z Sports / April 21
Illinois QB Luke Altmyer has a unique connection to Tennessee as the Vols continue their search for a new QB
The Tennessee Vols are still searching for a quarterback in the spring transfer window. So far, the Vols haven't had any luck luring a quarterback away from his current program.
Illinois Adds Experienced Offensive Lineman Through Transfer Portal
Last season Illinois put together its first 10-win campaign in over two decades and played well across numerous areas on both sides of the football. But on the offensive end, the Illini had one glaring issue: Pass protection.
Illinois Fighting Illini News / Illinois Fighting Illini on SI / January 12
Illinois Football Addresses Three Position Groups With Key Signees
Illinois continues to make moves in the transfer portal and recruiting periods, including last Thursday when it signed three players to bolster critical position groups.
The 'First running backs taken in every NFL draft since 2000' quiz
How many of the first running backs selected in the NFL Draft since the year 2000 can you name in five minutes?
College Football News / Yardbarker / January 2
Illinois QB: South Carolina thought it was playing Syracuse in Citrus Bowl
The 2024 Citrus Bowl came complete with a dramatic finish, sideline scuffles and even an altercation between the two head coaches.
College Football News / NCAA Football on ClutchPoints / January 2
Luke Altmeyer calls out South Carolina players for ‘Syracuse’ diss
The Illinois football team ended the season on a high note as they took down South Carolina in the Citrus Bowl on Tuesday. Both of these teams entered the game ranked and they both had three losses, but only the Gamecocks were being talked about as a College Football Playoff snub.
College Football News / South Carolina Gamecocks on SI / December 29
Knowing Your Opponent: Illinois QB Luke Altmyer
During a pre-game press conference on Saturday, South Carolina's Clayton White took the stage to discuss the Gamecocks' upcoming game against Illinois.
College Football News / NCAA Football on ClutchPoints / December 15
Illinois’ Luke Altmyer reveals major decision during Fighting Illini vs. Tennessee
Illinois Fighting Illini quarterback Luke Altmyer made a headline-grabbing announcement on Saturday during the men’s basketball game against No. 1 Tennessee.
Illinois Fighting Illini News / Illinois Fighting Illini on SI / December 14
Luke Altmyer Announces Return to Illinois Football for 2025 Season
The wait for Illinois football – though relatively short – is over.On Saturday, Illini junior quarterback Luke Altmyer announced that he would return to the team in 2025, after speculation that he (like so many players in college football today) might consider a transfer to another school to use his final year of eligibility.
Illinois Fighting Illini News / Illinois Fighting Illini on SI / December 10
Could Luke Altmyer Be Eyeing a Transfer From Illinois?
The 2024 transfer portal is open, and top programs across the country are prepared to offer elite established players the moon – NIL riches, state-of-the-art facilities and plug-and-play powerhouses that may only be a player away from competing for a national championship.
Illinois Fighting Illini News / Illinois Fighting Illini on SI / November 29
3 Key Questions Ahead of Illinois Football vs. Northwestern
No. 22 Illinois (8-3, 5-3 Big Ten) is coming off an unforgettable 38-31 victory over Rutgers, highlighted by the late-game heroics of quarterback Luke Altmyer and receiver Pat Bryant.
College Football News / Illinois Fighting Illini on SI / November 24
Big Ten Football Week 14 Power Rankings: Illinois Cements Its Status
Fourth-and-13. If quarterback Luke Altmyer doesn't stand in the pocket with a rush coming at him and fire an accurate pass – knowing he's about to get hit – to Pat Bryant on a dig route just beyond the sticks, Illinois loses at Rutgers right there.
College Football News / NBC Sports / November 23
College Football News / NBC Sports / November 23
College Football News / Yardbarker / November 23
Watch: Illinois stuns Rutgers, scores improbable game-winning TD with 4 seconds left
Rutgers was up by 1 and tried to ice the Illinois kicker, and it backfired in a wild way.
College Football News / Yardbarker / October 24
College football's most important people in Week 9
As Week 9 begins, several top defenses will be tested by quality quarterbacks. Here are Yardbarker's 10 most important people who will define the week.
College Football News / Yardbarker / October 22
Top five Week 9 college football games: TV info, predictions, start times
After a pair of SEC showdowns highlighted Week 8, Week 9 is no slouch. Here are the top five games of the week.
College Football News / Nittany Sports Now / September 24
James Franklin Calls Luke Altmyer ‘One of the More Improved Players in College Football’
Luke Altmyer was a big reason Illinois lost to Penn State last season. When the team needs its quarterback to be at his best, he was at his worst, throwing four interceptions and eventually being pulled in a 30-13 loss.
Illinois Fighting Illini News / Armchair Illini / September 23
Illinois Football: Luke Altmyer Earns Big Ten Offensive Player Of the Week
According to the Illinois Football “X” account, Illini QB Luke Altmyer has earned Big Ten Player of the Week for his exceptional play in the Illini’s win over Nebraska on Friday night.
College Football News / Field Level Media / September 21
Luke Altmyer, No. 24 Illinois pull out OT win over No. 22 Nebraska
Luke Altmyer's fourth touchdown pass of the night, a 4-yarder to Pat Bryant in overtime, led No. 13 Illinois to a 31-24 win over No. 22 Nebraska on Friday in Lincoln, Neb.
College Football News / Nebraska Cornhuskers on SI / September 19
What Nebraska Football Should Expect from Illinois Quarterback Luke Altmyer
Illinois is off to a 3-0 start and has earned a No. 24 ranking heading into their matchup at No. 22 Nebraska on Friday night in Memorial Stadium. The Illini are led by junior quarterback Luke Altmyer, who is in his second season with the team after spending two years at Ole Miss as a backup.
Illinois Fighting Illini News / Armchair Illini / September 17
Illinois Football: Luke Altmyer Continues to Impress
Quarterback Luke Altmyer‘s newly adapted confidence has raised the floor for this 2024 Illinois Football team. The Illini are undefeated after 3, entering Nebraska week, with excitement surrounding the program that was unforeseen by many before the season.
College Football News / Field Level Media / September 14
Illinois cruises past Central Michigan
Luke Altmyer went 19-of-29 passing for 242 yards and two touchdowns to lead Illinois to a 30-9 home win over Central Michigan on Saturday in Champaign.
Illinois Fighting Illini News / Armchair Illini / September 10
Luke Altmyer Ignites Confidence Among Illinois Football Fans
Illini Quarterback Luke Altmyer exudes a level of self-assurance, that was nonexistent a season ago. Furthermore, Illinois Football fans are taking notice of Altmyer’s improved accuracy and decision-making on the field, and have sparked a high level of confidence in the Junior gunslinger.
College Football News / Field Level Media / August 30
Luke Altmyer, Illinois have no trouble with Eastern Illinois
Luke Altmyer threw four touchdown passes in the first half to spark Illinois to a 45-0 nonconference victory over Eastern Illinois Thursday night in Champaign.
Illinois Fighting Illini News / Armchair Illini / August 26
Illinois Football: How Faith Changed Luke Altmyer’s Game
Luke Altmyer is prepared to lead Illinois Football into the opening weekend of the 2024 college football season. Of course, the Fighting Illini’s schedule is a tough road ahead.
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