Keepin It Orange and Blue

Week 11 of college football is here, and the Fade the Duce crew is back with another round of predictions, betting lines, and bold picks!Ryan, Kevin, and Matt break down Illinois' trip to the Rose Bowl to face No. 4 UCLA. Can the Fighting Illini pull off another upset, or will the Bruins' defense and rushing attack prove too much?The crew also tackles USC vs. Indiana, Utah vs. Arizona, Texas vs. LSU, and Texas Tech vs. Oklahoma State, before revealing their Dogs That Bite, Locks of the Week, and late-night picks.Kevin and Matt enter the week tied at 39-21, with both looking to keep their strong seasons rolling!Catch the latest Fade the Duce, powered by 200Columns, for college football analysis, predictions, and plenty of Orange and Blue conversation.#FadeTheDuce #Illini #CollegeFootball #200Columns

Ryan and Kevin are back for Episode 210 of Keepin’ It Orange and Blue with plenty to unpack across Illinois athletics.The Illini football team is rolling, bowl eligibility is secured, and the door to something much bigger is still cracked open. Ryan and Kevin break down the win over Nebraska, the continued growth of Bret Bielema’s program, the defense’s recent improvement, key players stepping up, and what Illinois still has in front of it with CFP and Big Ten possibilities technically still alive.Then it’s on to UCLA. The guys preview the matchup, discuss the Bruins’ explosive-play ability, their strength in the run game and turnover department, and why Illinois may need to attack through the air while protecting the football.On the hardwood, No. 3 Illinois heads into a major early-season test against No. 16 Texas Tech. Ryan and Kevin break down the matchup, Texas Tech’s personnel, Illinois’ depth, ball movement, young talent, and why the Illini have a real opportunity to make another national statement.Plus: Illini women’s basketball, volleyball, the possibility of College GameDay coming to Champaign, and plenty more.Keep it Orange. Keep it Blue. Keep it 200Columns.

Week 11 is here, and the Fade the Duce crew is back to break down another loaded college football slate.Ryan, Kevin, and Matt tackle some of the biggest games of the weekend, including BYU–Utah, Texas–Missouri, Oregon–Ohio State, Georgia–Ole Miss, and Miami–Notre Dame. Kevin embraces his role as the “Under King,” Matt digs into the numbers, and the guys debate which lines are worth riding—and which ones flat-out stink.Plus, the guys reveal their Dogs That Bite, Week 11 locks, upset picks, and a few extra plays they like across the board.They also hit on Illinois–Nebraska and close things out with some early thoughts on Illinois basketball after the season opener.Who covers? Who gets upset? And which picks are worth taking to the window?It’s CFB Picks Week 11 on Fade the Duce.

Illinois football is riding a three-game winning streak, and basketball season is officially here! Ryan Schroat and Kevin Ducey break it all down in Episode 209 of Keepin’ It Orange and Blue.The Illini found a way to win on the road against Maryland, and now all eyes turn to Friday night's primetime showdown with Nebraska at Memorial Stadium. Can Illinois extend its winning streak and secure bowl eligibility?Then it's time for Illinois basketball! With the Illini entering the season ranked No. 3 nationally, Ryan and Kevin break down the roster, discuss David Mirkovic's recovery, and share their official season predictions. Both believe this team has what it takes to win the Big Ten and bring home the program's first national championship!In this episode:Illinois football's gritty road win over MarylandDefensive improvements and standout performancesNebraska preview and Friday night matchup analysisIllinois basketball roster, depth, and key contributorsDavid Mirkovic's status and potential returnRyan and Kevin's Big Ten, NCAA Tournament, and national championship predictionsPlus, updates on Illinois volleyball and women's basketball.Subscribe to Keepin’ It Orange and Blue for Illinois Fighting Illini football, basketball, recruiting, and more from 200Columns.ILL-

Illinois football is officially on a winning streak.Ryan and Kevin break down the Illini’s statement win over Oregon, including the dominant rushing attack, the offensive line’s continued improvement, Michael Clayton’s first start, Colin Dixon’s huge day and a defense that finally looked fast, physical and aggressive.Then they turn the page to Maryland and discuss whether Illinois can keep the momentum rolling, what the offense needs from Clayton going forward and why the running game should have another opportunity to control the matchup.The guys also hit Illinois basketball after the exhibition loss to Baylor, including the defensive concerns, injuries, David Mirkovic’s status and why the final score may matter a lot less than what Illinois learned from the game.Plus: potential defensive coordinator candidates, Barry Lunney Jr.’s future, Illinois volleyball and golf, and plenty more Illini talk.Keepin’ It Orange and Blue — presented by 200Columns.

College football Week 8 is here, and Ryan, Kevin, and Matt are back with their picks, predictions, and locks of the week!The guys break down some of the biggest matchups, including Illinois vs. Oregon, LSU vs. Auburn, Indiana vs. Michigan, Ole Miss vs. Texas, and Houston vs. Utah.Plus, Ryan looks to keep his hot streak alive with a 6-1 record on his locks, while Kevin and Matt bring their latest picks and the popular Dogs That Bite underdog segment.Can the #Illini cover against Oregon? Which underdogs could pull off an upset?Don't miss a single pick! Hit play now, hear who the guys are backing, and see if you agree with their predictions. Have a bold pick of your own? Share this episode with your fellow college football fans and see whose picks hold up when Saturday rolls around!#CollegeFootball #CFB #Illini #B1G #CollegeFootballPicks

KIOB EP 207: Illini Hoops Back With Authority + Oregon PreviewIllinois basketball is BACK! In Episode 207 of Keepin' It Orange and Blue, Ryan goes solo to break down the #Illini's impressive 105-96 exhibition win over Cincinnati, standout performances from Andrej Stojakovic, Stefan Vaaks, and freshman Quentin Coleman, and what to expect from Friday's matchup against Baylor.Plus, can Illinois football pull off an upset against Oregon? Ryan previews Saturday's showdown, discusses Michael Clayton, Carson Boyd, and the Illini's chances coming out of the bye week.And don't miss Ryan's final thoughts as he teases BIG news coming soon for Illinois athletics!#Illini #IllinoisBasketball #IllinoisFootball #B1G

Week 7 of college football is here, and Ryan, Kevin, and Matt McCumber are back with another round of predictions, point spreads, locks of the week, and potential upsets on Fade the Duce.The guys break down some of the biggest matchups of the weekend, including Ohio State vs. Indiana, Alabama vs. Tennessee, Missouri vs. Ole Miss, Oklahoma State vs. Houston, and Notre Dame vs. BYU.Kevin and Matt are both high on BYU as a double-digit home underdog against Notre Dame, while Missouri's defense has them questioning whether Ole Miss is the real deal.Plus, the guys reveal their Locks of the Week and bring back "Dogs That Bite," featuring three-team underdog moneyline parlays with the potential for major upsets.From Big Ten showdowns to SEC rivalries and late-night games out west, the guys bring their analysis, predictions, and plenty of laughs.Follow the hosts on X:Ryan: @200ColumnsRyKevin: @illiniduceMatt McCumber: @ILL_Texan

Ryan and Kevin break down Illinois’ wild win over Michigan State, the defensive struggles, and freshman QB Michael Clayton’s impressive debut. With the Illini heading into the bye week at 3-3, can they turn things around?Plus, Illini basketball is picked to win the Big Ten! The guys discuss Brad Underwood’s loaded roster, key players, and whether Illinois has what it takes to make another Final Four run and compete for a national championship.#Illini #IllinoisFootball #IllinoisBasketball #B1G

Ryan, Kevin and Matt are back with their Week 6 college football picks, breaking down some of the biggest games on the board and looking for value against the spread and totals.This week’s slate includes Iowa at Washington, Indiana at Nebraska, the Red River Rivalry between Texas and Oklahoma, UCLA at Oregon, and Georgia at Alabama. The guys also give their locks of the week, discuss some under-the-radar betting spots, and weigh in on Illinois’ matchup with Michigan State.Kevin enters the week at 20-10, while Matt leads the way at 21-9 as they try to keep the winning picks rolling.Plus, Kevin locks in BYU -10.5 over Iowa State, Matt takes Duke -6.5 at Georgia Tech, and Ryan rides with Western Michigan -13.5 over Kent State.