Jackson Langendorf

Joined: Oct 21, 2024

Primarily covers Illinois football and basketball, and Kansas basketball, with an emphasis on analysis, features and recruiting. Langendorf, a third-generation University of Illinois alum, has been watching Illini basketball and football for as long as he can remember. An advertising student and journalism devotee, he has been writing for On Cheap Rs-flyfishing Jordan Outlet since October 2024. He can be followed and reached on X @jglangendorf.

Mar 23, 2025; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood reacts during the first half in the second round of the NCAA Tournament against the Kentucky Wildcats at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images

Keaton Wagler and Kylan Boswell have formed a potent early-season backcourt, even drawing a huge comparison from Underwood

Nov 20, 2024; Birmingham, AL, USA; Illinois head coach Brad Underwood yells at officials during the game with Alabama in the CM Newton Classic at Legacy Arena. Mandatory Credit: Gary Cosby Jr.-Tuscaloosa News

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The Illini, who have done nearly everything right through two games, slipped in Katz's latest rankings – behind an unexpected Big Ten rival

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The Illini may be forced to turn to higher powers for slowing down the Red Raiders' JT Toppin and Christian Anderson

Mar 21, 2025; Milwaukee, WI, USA: Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood watches play down court during the first half against the Xavier Musketeers at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images

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With the Illini set to take the court against the Red Raiders on Tuesday, here's what to know before opening tip

Jan 27, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood reacts before a game with the Indiana Hoosiers at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

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Check in on where the are Illini ranked by the most well-respected analytical tools in college basketball

Jan 14, 2025; Bloomington, Indiana, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood during the first half against the Indiana Hoosiers at Simon Skjodt Assembly Hall. Mandatory Credit: Robert Goddin-Imagn Images

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The Illini face the Red Raiders in a battle of top-25 foes in Champaign on Tuesday night. Who is the favorite?

Dec 29, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Kylan Boswell (4) shoots the ball over Chicago State Cougars guard Gabe Spinelli (12) during the first half at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

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Boswell has played with a handful of gifted freshmen, yet he says Keaton Wagler and David Mirkovic may be the best of them

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The Illini cruised past the Eagles, knocking off the visitors by a score of 113-70. Here are three observations from the outing.

Feb 8, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood reacts during the first half against the Minnesota Golden Gophers at Williams Arena. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

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Illini coach Underwood says his program lives by the same philosophy that Tomlin has instilled in the Pittsburgh Steelers

Mar 23, 2025; Milwaukee, WI, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini guard Kylan Boswell (4) dribbles against Kentucky Wildcats guard Koby Brea (4) during the first half in the second round of the NCAA Tournament at Fiserv Forum. Mandatory Credit: Benny Sieu-Imagn Images

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Lunardi praised the Big Ten, pegging it as the best league in the country, and was also quite complimentary of Illinois

Feb 8, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood looks on during the first half against the Minnesota Golden Gophers at Williams Arena. Mandatory Credit: Matt Krohn-Imagn Images

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The Illini will be down two guards and await a game-time decision on another player, which coach Brad Underwood explains

Mar 5, 2024; Champaign, Illinois, USA; Purdue Boilermakers head coach Matt Painter and Illinois Fighting Illini head coach Brad Underwood chat before the start of the game at State Farm Center. Mandatory Credit: Ron Johnson-Imagn Images

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The Illini, Wolverines and Boilermakers have set themselves apart – even through one game

Jackson Langendorf

Joined: Oct 21, 2024

Illinois Quickly Rises in Jon Rothstein's Rankings – But Should the Illini be Higher?

Illinois Was Likely Without Its Top Player in Win vs. Texas Tech: What It Means

Illinois' Kylan Boswell Earns Odd Description From Texas Tech's Grant McCasland

Key Takeaway From Illinois' Win Over Texas Tech: Andrej Stojakovic Has Arrived

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Illinois' Brad Underwood Compares Current Backcourt to Legendary Illini Duo

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Illinois Inexplicably Falls and Is Jumped by Big Ten Rival in Andy Katz's Rankings

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Illinois' Brad Underwood's 'Biblical' Plan for Limiting Texas Tech's Star Duo

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3 Things to Know Ahead of Illinois vs. Texas Tech – Including the Key Matchup

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Is Illinois Basketball a Top-Five Team in the Country? What the Metrics Say

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ESPN Analytics Pick the Favorite in Illinois vs. Texas Tech: Fair or False?

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Illinois' Kylan Boswell Makes Bold Statement on Freshmen Teammates

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What Illinois Showed in Its Win Over Florida Gulf Coast: Three Quick Takeaways

What Do Illinois' Brad Underwood and the NFL's Mike Tomlin Have in Common?

ESPN's Joe Lunardi High on Illinois, Tabs Illini in Big Ten's 'Game of the Year'

Two Illinois Players Ruled Out, Another Questionable for Florida Gulf Coast

Key Takeaway From Big Ten Openers: Illinois, Michigan, Purdue Stand Apart