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Burton, Reid connect on 43-yard TD to send UAB to comeback win against Louisiana Monroe

Ryder Burton threw a 43-yard touchdown to EJ Reid with 9:34 left to play and UAB held on to beat Louisiana Monroe 26-20
1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

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3 DAYS AGO • FOX SPORTS
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High school QBs face new reality as transfers dominate starting jobs at the top of college football

This is a complicated time to be a high school quarterback recruit
6 DAYS AGO • Associated Press
Ty Mims - Leads UAB in receptions Mims reeled in four of six targets for 52 yards during Thursday's 42-23 loss versus Illinois.
Impact Mims, in his first return to the field since 2024 with Southern Mississippi, led UAB with four receptions and six targets Thursday night. The passing attack was spread out, as he was one of nine different pass catchers to record a reception. The transfer wideout will look to continue establishing himself as a reliable target in a revamped receiving corps.
SEPTEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE
Kaleb Brown - Quiet in season opener Brown caught two of five targets for 20 yards and added 24 rushing yards on one carry during Thursday's 42-23 loss against Illinois.
Impact Brown was expected to lead UAB's receiving corps entering his second season with the team, but he had a quiet outing in the opener Thursday. Luckily for the redshirt senior, no wideout stood out, since nine different pass catchers were involved and only two surpassed 50 yards. The Blazers face Louisiana-Monroe next Saturday, which presents a prime opportunity for Brown to break out in the receiving corps.
SEPTEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE
Rod Robinson II - Finds end zone in opener Robinson posted 14 carries for 59 yards and reeled in all two targets for 14 yards and one touchdown during Thursday's 42-23 loss versus Illinois.
Impact Robinson logged a team-high in carries (14) and rushing yards (59) along with recording the team's first touchdown of the season on a 10-yard reception. The transfer running back took the initial snaps in the backfield for UAB's offense to start the game, but Bam McReynolds emerged as the second back, finishing with 13 carries for 56 yards. The duo will likely continue to split snaps against Louisiana-Monroe next Saturday.
SEPTEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE
Ryder Burton - Two total touchdowns in loss Burton was 18-for-31 passing for 219 yards, one touchdown and one interception during Thursday's 42-23 loss against Illinois. He also had 12 rushes for 38 yards with one touchdown.
Impact It was a challenging outing for Burton in his season debut under center, but he salvaged his performance by rushing for a touchdown with nine seconds remaining in the fourth quarter. The signal-caller also contributed to the blowout by throwing a 43-yard pick-six while being brought down under heavy pressure. Despite the struggles through the air, he spread the ball effectively, connecting with nine different pass catchers. He will look to secure the team's first win of the season and improve his passing efficiency next Saturday in a more favorable matchup against Louisiana-Monroe.
SEPTEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE
Bret Bielema Reveals Why Illinois' Defense Struggled vs. UAB – and Takes the Blame The Illini got dinged on D by the Blazers – and Bielema claims it came down to a decision he made
SEPTEMBER 4 • SI.COM
Hottest Takes From Illinois Football's Win Over UAB The Illini emerged from their opener with a 42-23 win over the Blazers, but there was more to know than met the eye
SEPTEMBER 4 • SI.COM
UAB Blazers vs Illinois Fighting Illini Highlights 🏈 CFB on FOX

UAB Blazers vs Illinois Fighting Illini Highlights 🏈 CFB on FOX
SEPTEMBER 4 • FOX SPORTS

Katin Houser throws 3 TD passes and runs for a score as Illinois beats UAB 42-23 in season opener

Katin Houser threw three touchdown passes and ran for a score in his Illinois debut as the Illini defeated UAB 42-23 on Thursday night in a season opener
SEPTEMBER 4 • Associated Press
How to watch UAB vs Illinois: Live stream College Football, NCAA, TV channel The new-look Illinois Fighting Illini come off the most successful two-year stretch in program history with an almost entirely new cast as t...
SEPTEMBER 4 • THEBIGLEAD.COM

How to Watch UAB vs. Illinois: TV Channel, Live Stream, Time

Learn which TV channel or how to live stream the CFB Week 1 UAB Blazers and Illinois Fighting Illini game.
SEPTEMBER 3 • FOX SPORTS
How to Watch UAB vs. Illinois: TV Channel, Live Stream, Time

Illinois vs. UAB Prediction, Odds, Pick For College Football Week 1

Get the latest Illinois vs. UAB odds, prediction and pick for College Football Week 1, plus kickoff time, TV channel and streaming informati...
SEPTEMBER 3 • FOX SPORTS
Illinois vs. UAB Prediction, Odds, Pick For College Football Week 1

Mississippi State opens its 2026 season at home against Louisiana-Monroe

Mississippi State opens what could be a pivotal third season for coach Jeff Lebby at home on Saturday night against Louisiana-Monroe
SEPTEMBER 2 • Associated Press
3 keys for the Illinois football defense to shut down the UAB Blazers We are less than 48 hours from the Illinois football season starting. The first team on the schedule is the UAB Blazers. This isn’t a very g...
SEPTEMBER 2 • WRITINGILLINI.COM
Jaylen Elder - Absent from initial depth chart Elder (undisclosed) isn't included on UAB's initial Week 1 depth chart.
Impact Elder suffered an injury in the spring, and he has yet to return to full strength. The sophomore wideout, who reeled in one catch for nine yards last season, looks pretty unlikely to suit up in Week 1 at Illinois at this point.
SEPTEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE
CD Gill - In line to crack WR rotation Gill is in line to crack the WR rotation ahead of the season opener against Illinois on Thursday, per Steve Irvine of The Banner.
Impact Gill, a redshirt freshman, has taken advantage of several injuries that have affected the WR room and now looks poised to play a role in the season opener against Illinois. The 5-foot-7, 160-pound wideout had a strong fall camp and should get involved offensively when UAB open their season against the Fighting Illini, even if he doesn't end up being listed in a starting role.
AUGUST 31 • ROTOWIRE
Illinois football injury report vs. UAB Blazers The Illinois football program is poised for a big year, and game one is against the UAB Blazers. There have been seasons when Illinois heads...
AUGUST 30 • WRITINGILLINI.COM
Illinois football vs UAB Blazers how to watch, series history, and players to watch The first game of the 2026 season for the Illinois football program is less than a week away. I can’t believe the season is already here. It...
AUGUST 28 • WRITINGILLINI.COM
Rod Robinson II - Participates in scrimmage Robinson (undisclosed) participated in Saturday's scrimmage, per Steve Irvine of BhamBanner.com.
Impact Robinson is healthy again after missing last week's scrimmage due to an undisclosed issue. He spent the past the past three seasons at Georgia and is expected to serve as UAB's starting running back during the upcoming campaign.
AUGUST 23 • ROTOWIRE

American Conference enters the season with Navy an early favorite amid revamped CFP hopes

The American Conference made waves in the 2025 season with nine teams reaching the postseason
AUGUST 18 • Associated Press
Rod Robinson II - Back at practice Robinson (undisclosed) is back at practice Monday, Steve Irvine of BhamBanner.com reports.
Impact Just a few days after missing UAB's weekend scrimmage, Robinson is on the field preparing himself for the 2026 Blazers' season opener at Illinois. Where the running back's availability for then stands is unknown, but it is probable at worst as the calendar inches closer to Sept. 3.
AUGUST 17 • ROTOWIRE
Kaleb Brown - Healthy for fall camp Brown (lower body) is healthy and active for UAB's fall camp, per Steve Irvine of BhamBanner.com.
Impact Brown has recovered from his injury, participating in UAB's scrimmage Saturday and hauling in one reception. The wideout missed the Blazers' spring practice period but was expected to be healthy by the start of fall camp. Brown is slated to lead the UAB receiving corps this season as he looks to bounce back from a 2025 campaign that was cut short by injuries. In the seven games he appeared in last season, he hauled in 17 receptions for 255 yards and two touchdowns.
AUGUST 16 • ROTOWIRE
Rod Robinson II - DNP for scrimmage with precautionary measure Robinson (undisclosed) did not play Saturday's scrimmage as a precautionary measure, Steve Irvine of BhamBanner.com reports.
Impact As expected, Robinson has enrolled at UAB, and for the Blazers' fall camp, their latest scrimmage did not include him. It turns out Robinson was dealing with a soft-tissue problem, but it is considered minor, so much so that the running back looks probable for Week 1. UAB will look to have what may be the team's best running back then, considering the Blazers are scheduled to visit Power Conference team Illinois for their season-opener.
AUGUST 16 • ROTOWIRE
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