Ep. 1199 - Exclusives: Bret Bielema & Josh Whitman go in-depth at Big Ten Media Days

Illinois head coach Bret Bielema and Illini athletics director Josh Whitman join Illini Inquirer's Jeremy Werner and Joey Wagner to preview the 2026 season. Bielema gives a deep dive on his roster, breaking down each position group and new players, including quarterback Katin Houser. He also chats about the new defense under Bobby Hauck and the keys to sustaining success. Whitman then discusses his contract extension and what it means for him, his coaches and the program. He then dives into how Illinois football can sustain success and what Big Ten leadership must accomplish during the fall.

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