The Illinois Football team’s run offense might have been the highlight of its spring game, but rising sophomore quarterback Cam Thomas also had a chance to show off his improved arm.
Early on in the scrimmage, senior wide receiver Caleb Reams found himself streaking past the defensive backs after lining up in the slot. Thomas finished his progression, got his feet set, and dropped a perfect pass to Reams, all the while, hitting him perfectly in stride.
The 71-yard touchdown pass could have easily been overthrown by Thomas as the wind was blowing heavily from his back, but he didn’t allow it to distort his throw.