DReq
Always Illini
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You have to love seeing a 4.56 GPA. It will be fun to see where he lands on the field but intelligence will make him an asset in any of the mentioned positions. Smart guys make good choices.
Illinois Football Recruiting Thread
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You would think Dec 3rd would have replaced it, but it hasn't seemed as dramatic the last few years..
No freshman during coaches time has moved needle. Even Valentine. I hope Tremble takes off in slot this year, we will see. We have not added where we need to. To maintain and step to next level. Confusing!
Dan
Admin
Illini Football Adds Three During February Signing Day - University of Illinois Athletics
Illinois' 2026 signing class totaled 33 players.
fightingillini.com
He must be a big target if Bret showed up 
, we only accept 4.8+
illinidarrin
- from parts unknown
I don't know if this commitment will ever see the field in a meaningful way. I do understand that CBB recognizes the value of maintaining tight relationships with key coaches in key areas which can lead to support in recruiting future recruits.
Illini92and96
- Austin, TX
Under what circumstances does someone need a wavier to play? Makes it sound like it’s not uncommon.
Applying for an extra year of eligibility
illinidarrin
- from parts unknown
And this would be our answer on why we haven't added more. They are waiting on a couple of DL to see if they can play next year. That's a risk to wait like this, but hopefully it works out. Could be a couple of big starters for us still.
Illini92and96
- Austin, TX
And now it's become a lot more common for people to ask for extra eligibility, ya? The doesn't hurt to ask approach, fueled on by the chance to earn more NIL?
Hell yeah, Joey Aguilar come on down, we've got a starting DL spot with your name on it.
ACJ is still waiting for such a waiver I believe.
All well and good, but the front 7 is still a massive issue right now
Joel Goodson
- how was I to know, she was with the Russians too?
Joel Goodson
- how was I to know, she was with the Russians too?
$ article, tweet has value:
4 Star C/O 2027 DE | #1 DE in NJ | 6’5 240 lbs | 83.5 inch wingspan | Don Bosco Prep football captain
Jersey
4 Star C/O 2027 DE | #1 DE in NJ | 6’5 240 lbs | 83.5 inch wingspan | Don Bosco Prep football captain
Jersey
One to watch…
Joel Goodson
- how was I to know, she was with the Russians too?
Joel Goodson
- how was I to know, she was with the Russians too?
shark alert:
Joel Goodson
- how was I to know, she was with the Russians too?
mhuml32
Gesture of Northern Aggression
Yeah, 83.5" wingspan on a 77" tall body is insane. His stretching exercises might include having his arms pulled on a rack.
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