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Looking to get an inside track on everything Illinois athletics and Central Illinois sports? This is the place for it. Rookie and the Vet with Dante Furco and Darren Leeds breaks down what is happening in the locker room, on the field or court, and the latest rumors and controversy surrounding Illinois sports. There will also be guests on the show from players to coaches and even fellow media members. From everything from the University of Illinois to local high school coverage, Rookie and the Vet is the place to stay updated on everything Central Illinois.

The Rookie and the Vet is not directly associated or sponsored by the University of Illinois.

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The Tale of the Transfer Portal

The transfer portal is continuing to grow and colleges across the country, across all sports are experiencing firsthand how the transfer portal can affect them, both positively and negatively.

Darren and Dante break down the highs and lows of the transfer portal and how Illinois is suffering from the change, and how they are benefiting from it as well.

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Illinois Players Eye The NFL Draft

Four University of Illinois players are expected to hear their names called in this year's NFL Draft. Devon Witherspoon, Quan Martin, Sydney, and Chase Brown are all expected to find a new home and live out their dream of playing in the NFL.

We break down where all of the mock drafts have Illinois players being taken and why these players are so special.

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NFL Draft Reaction and Nick Broeker Interview

A full breakdown of everything that transpired for Illinois football at this year's NFL Draft. Where the players ended up, how they will make an impact, and what their future holds. Also, an exclusive interview with Sacred Heart Griffin's own Nick Broeker, as he was taken by the Buffalo Bills in the 7th round of this year's NFL Draft.

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New Faces Joining Illinois Basketball & Kuhl Disqualifies himself from U.S. Open Qualifiers

Illinois basketball is adding multiple new faces to the mix for next years men's basketball season. We are here to breakdown everything and give you the inside information on possible additions in the near future.

also joining the podcast this week, ABC Newschannel 20 morning anchor AJ Gersh to talk Tommy Kuhl and his decision to disqualify himself from the US Open qualifier.

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The State of the Chicago Sports Landscape

The state of Chicago Sports is in a little bit of an interesting position, but with the Blackhawks landing the first overall pick in this upcoming draft and the Bears capitalizing on their recent draft, the tide may be turning.

The Bears took Darnell Wright in the first round of this year's NFL Draft and used their picks to help build around Justin Fields and put him in the best position to succeed.

This week we break down the Bear's offseason so far and where they can go from here and where they stand in the NFC North.

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Illinois High School Playoff Breakdown and STM Mike Alves Interview

An Illinois playoff breakdown from Mahomet-Seymour, St. Thomas More, and Sacred Heart-Griffin baseball, to Unity softball.

St.Thomas More head coach Mike Alves joins the podcast to talk about their win over Armstrong and their upcoming game against Milford.

We also briefly touch on the Western Conference Finals and the future of Lebron and the Lakers.

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Illinois Football Welcoming New Faces to Memorial Stadium

Illinois football is welcoming a loaded recruiting and transfer class to join an already experienced Illini team for the 2022-2023 season.

Illinois was coming off an 8-4 regular season record, where the Illini made an appearance in the Reliaquest Bowl in Tampa, Florida.

Under Brett Bielema, Illinois has continued to improve its record and make itself known in the recruiting market and transfer portal.

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Illinois' Quest for a Big Ten West Title

The Illinois football season is right around the corner and a season ago, the Illini came up a game short of a Big Ten West Title, they head into this season with the momentum of the 2022 season and a new face leading the offense at quarterback. In this week's episode, we break down Illinois' schedule and whether or not they have an opportunity to head to Indianapolis for a Big Ten championship.

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Welcoming Brielle Berry to the ABC/Fox Sports Team

We are super excited to welcome a new face to the ABC NewsChannel 20 and Fox Illinois Sports team. Brielle Berry joins the team from Temple University. Brielle grew up in York, Pennsylvania and in this week's episode, we put Brielle on the hot seat to learn a little bit more about her story and what is yet to come in her career here in Springfield, Illinois.

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