He’s a rare figure in college football.
He broke into the rotation as a situational pass rusher…from the inside.
Think about the level of disruptive talent you would have to possess to be trusted to rush the passer through the meatiest meat of the defense.
That’s Kenenna Odeluga.
His recruitment was a curious case. After a stellar prep career at Chicago Catholic League powerhouse Mt. Carmel, Odeluga committed to study and play football at the University of Pennsylvania.
When Bret Bielema came calling, Odeluga chose to play for the in-state Illini. He spurned Wharton for Gies.