As questions regarding Illinois and their QB situation for the 2025 season, Luke Altmyer announced he will return to the team next season.

Illinois quarterback Luke Altmyer sent State Farm Center into a frenzy at the Illinois vs. Tennessee men's basketball game. The Illini are set to play South Carolina in the Citrus Bowl on New Year's Eve.

Before the Fighting Illini men's basketball team took on No. 1 Tennessee, quarterback Luke Altmeyer informed the Illinois fan base of his future plans. He's coming back for the 2025 season. "This community means so much to me," Altmeyer said, speaking to the fans at the State Farm Center. "I'm just so excited for next season."'

Illinois quarterback Luke Altmyer on Saturday announced his return to the Fighting Illini football team for the 2025 season. Altmyer made the announcement during a timeout

Illinois quarterback Luke Altmyer announces his return for the 2025 season after leading the team to a historic year in 2024.

Illinois quarterback Luke Altmyer is not done in Champaign. As if an 8-3 lead at the first media timeout of Illinois men’s basketball’s game against No. 1 Tennessee wasn’t exciting enough, Altmyer was introduced to speak to the State Farm Center crowd.

The Illini's junior quarterback, who may have been contemplating the transfer portal, made his return official Saturday

In front of a packed State Farm Center, quarterback Luke Altmyer announced he will be returning for his senior season. The second-year starter also posted this video announcing his return. In the new world of NIL and the transfer portal,