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Wes Lunt - QB - Fighting Illini

Sophomore QB Wes Lunt revealed that Oklahoma State head coach Mike Gundy lifted transfer restrictions prior to Lunt choosing Illinois.

Gundy made news when he restricted Lunt from transferring to Big 12 and SEC schools, along with Southern Miss, the Pac-12 and Central Michigan. Apparently Gundy lifted those limitations, which included 37 schools and three of Lunt's initial top five, but the sophomore quarterback had already lost contact with the coaches of those schools.
Source: ESPN
Jun 18 - 1:04 PM
Wes Lunt - QB - Fighting Illini

Former Oklahoma State sophomore QB Wes Lunt has decided to transfer to Illinois.

Illinois has been the favorite all along, since Lunt is from the state and former Illini transfer quarterback Jeff George spoke with the sophomore sometime in the last few weeks. The school won two of their first three games in 2012 but posted losses for the remainder of the season. Senior Nathan Scheelhaase will likely keep the starting job this year, which works for Lunt since he will have to take a redshirt. Expect to hear the former Cowboy's name leading up to the 2014 season. Lunt chose Illinois over Louisville.
Source: Zach Kerker on Twitter
Jun 17 - 12:47 PM
Wes Lunt - QB - Fighting Illini

ESPN's Joe Schad tweeted former Oklahoma State sophomore QB Wes Lunt's transfer decision could be made on Monday or Tuesday.

Schad added Lunt's choice will not be televised. The final two possibilities appear to be Louisville and Illinois, with the latter seemingly the favorite. However, since the decision wasn't immediate, it is tough to discount Louisville's chances.
Source: Joe Schad on Twitter
Jun 14 - 11:29 AM
Wes Lunt - QB - Fighting Illini

ESPN's Joe Schad tweeted former Oklahoma State sophomore QB Wes Lunt will "take some time" on his decision between Illinois and Louisville.

Lunt has recently visited both schools but has spent a larger amount of time with the Illini in the form of two trips to Champaign and meeting with former NFL quarterback Jeff George, a graduate from the school. Add on the fact that Lunt is from Illinois, and it is obvious why they have been the favorites all along. However, we think the longer this decision lasts, the better chance it gives Louisville.
Source: Joe Schad on Twitter
Jun 10 - 11:09 AM
Wes Lunt - QB - Fighting Illini

Former Illinois QB Jeff George met with Oklahoma State transfer QB Wes Lunt on Thursday.

Jeremy Rauch, who works for a local sports station in Illinois, believes this is a good sign for the Illini. George transferred from Purdue to Illinois during his playing days and will likely offer his advice on the matter.
Source: Jeremy Rauch on Twitter
Jun 7 - 8:44 AM
Wes Lunt - QB - Fighting Illini

Former Oklahoma State sophomore QB Wes Lunt did not visit Illinois over the weekend but plans to this Thursday.

This will be Lunt's second visit to Illinois, and he seems to be doing his due diligence after taking a trip to Louisville following the first visit to Champaign. Illinois appears to be the favorite, but Louisville has had more success in recent years. Lunt will have to sit out the 2013 season regardless of his final destination.
Source: Zach Kerker on Twitter
Jun 3 - 12:50 PM
Wes Lunt - QB - Fighting Illini

After visiting Louisville earlier in the week, former Oklahoma State sophomore QB Wes Lunt will likely "circle back to Illinois again this weekend," according to ESPN's Joe Schad.

As has been reported over the last couple of weeks, Lunt appears to have narrowed his decision down to Louisville or Illinois. The latter is closer to home, but he will have to sit out the 2013 season regardless of where he chooses to enroll. That announcement should happen next week.
Source: Joe Schad on Twitter
May 31 - 12:32 PM
Wes Lunt - QB - Fighting Illini

Former Oklahoma State sophomore QB Wes Lunt will visit Louisville on Tuesday.

The visit was initially reported last week, but an official date is now in place. Louisville makes sense as a destination, since current starting quarterback Teddy Bridgewater will likely jump to the NFL after the 2013 season. Lunt will have to sit out the upcoming college football season.
Source: Joe Schad on Twitter
May 26 - 6:09 PM
Wes Lunt - QB - Fighting Illini

ESPN's Joe Schad notes not to be surprised if former Oklahoma State sophomore QB Wes Lunt and Notre Dame reconnect after Everett Golson's departure.

Lunt is visiting Louisville on Tuesday and has been linked to Illinois in the last few weeks. Oklahoma State blocked several schools and conferences, but initial reports did not list Notre Dame among those programs. Lunt would have to sit out the 2013 season, however, due to NCAA regulations.
Source: Joe Schad on Twitter
May 26 - 11:55 AM
Wes Lunt - QB - Fighting Illini

Former Oklahoma State sophomore QB Wes Lunt will visit Louisville early next week.

Jeremy Rauch of ABC 20 in Illinois notes that there has been no word on if Lunt will appeal any "blocked" schools, including ones in the Big 12, SEC, and Pac-12, along with Southern Miss and Central Michigan. Louisville and Illinois appear to be the favorites at this time.
Source: Jeremy Rauch on Twitter
May 23 - 10:36 AM
Wes Lunt - QB - Fighting Illini

ESPN's Joe Schad reports former Oklahoma State sophomore QB Wes Lunt visited Illinois late last week and "is sincerely considering transferring there."

"Lunt is considering Illinois because he grew up an Illini fan and he believes the spread offense operated by offensive coordinator Bill Cubit is a good fit," Schad writes. Reports surfaced last week that Oklahoma State has blocked Lunt from transferring to Big 12 and SEC schools, along with Southern Miss. Schad adds that the Pac-12 and Central Michigan are also prohibited.
Source: ESPN
May 20 - 1:11 PM
Darrius Caldwell - DL - Fighting Illini

Illinois head coach Tom Beckman has dismissed redshirt sophomore DE Darrius Caldwell for a violation of unspecified team rules.

Caldwell recorded five tackles for loss, including 2.5 sacks, as a redshirt freshman in 2012, a great line for a sub-package player who saw action in 12 games. He also forced a fumble and recovered one. We expect Caldwell's name to surface with another program.
Source: Associated Press
May 20 - 8:54 AM
Darius Millines - WR - Fighting Illini

Illinois has dismissed suspended junior WR Darius Millines after his violation of team policy.

Defensive end Darrius Caldwell has also been dismissed. Millines was second on the team with 319 receiving yards on 32 catches in 2012. Head coach Tim Beckman was the one who made the decision.
Source: Associated Press
May 19 - 5:13 PM
Wes Lunt - QB - Fighting Illini

Oklahoma State could be blocking sophomore QB Wes Lunt from transferring to Big 12 and SEC schools, along with Southern Miss, according to Jimmie Tramel.

Southern Miss has been the logical fit all along, since former Oklahoma State offensive coordinator Todd Monken took over the head coach role there. Other potential destinations not among these possible blocked locations are Illinois and Louisville.
Source: Jimmie Tramel on Twitter
May 17 - 10:39 AM
Wes Lunt - QB - Fighting Illini

ESPN's Joe Schad reports former Oklahoma State sophomore QB Wes Lunt is deciding between five schools.

Southern Miss, Illinois, Louisville, Tennessee and Vanderbilt are the five schools. Southern Miss makes the most sense, after the school hired former Oklahoma State offensive coordinator Todd Monken as their head coach. Lunt will have to sit out a season after transferring.
Source: Joe Schad on Twitter
May 13 - 3:02 PM

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