Illinois footballs remarkable turnaround under coach Bret Bielema has seen the teams recruiting class soar from twelfth in the Big Ten and forty-sixth nationally to sixth in the conference and twenty-first overall. This improvement comes after a decade of losing seasons and a challenge to rebuild relationships with high school coaches. Bielemas focus on recruiting within Illinois, coupled with increased resources from athletic director Josh Whitman, has led to a shift in academic perception and a growing appeal for top recruits.The Daily News Now! - Every city. Every story. AI Powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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