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The CFP Committee Got Exactly What They Wanted
By Aisha Robinson
LISTEN: Mark Tupper talks Fighting Illini sports including a new home and home football series with Notre Dame
Charlie Lee
Charlie Lee
Sports Reporter · Decatur, IL
Charlie is a proud graduate of Eastern Illinois University, holding a Bachelor's in Sports Communication. With over 8 years of experience covering local sports for various media outlets, including the Journal Gazette in Mattoon, he has a keen eye for talent and storytelling. Charlie thrives on capturing the excitement of high school sports and celebrating local athletes.
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November 4, 2026 Mark Tupper talks about the first College Football Playoff rankings of the year, the Fighting Illini adding a home and home series with Notre Dame in football, the start of the Illini women s basketball season, the men s next games in both basketball and Friday night football. Listen to the podcast now!
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