The Crystal Ball was back in action on Wednesday, as the Illinois football program is projected to land another junior college (JUCO) recruit.
What the Illini have done to bring in instant-impact players for 2023 has been impressive. JUCO recruits like cornerback Kaleb Patterson and offensive lineman Dez’Mond Schuster will both be inserted into the depth chart and expected to perform from day one.
It is great that Bret Bielema has been able to pull in these talented recruits who have experience. We need more of that on the offensive line after multiple starters departed the Illinois program.