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Brissett headed to Virginia instead

CHAMPAIGN — Illinois football and transfer wide receivers has been a dramatic combination this offseason. The saga continued Monday evening when Dejon Brissett announced on Instagram he would finish his college career at Virginia just more than a month after announcing his commitment to join the Illini.

“New beginning!” Brissett posted. I will finish out my eligibility and education at the University of Virginia next year. Thank you to all the coaches and family who helped me through this crazy process.”

Brissett’s decision puts him in ever-growing company. East St. Louis grad and former News-Gazette All-State Player of the Year committed and de-committed from Illinois to stay at Miami in a month’s time.