CHAMPAIGN — Illinois linebacker Jacob Hollins announced late Monday afternoon he would transfer after one season with the program. Hollins played primarily on special teams in eight games in the 2018 season as a true freshman, finishing with seven tackles. He had a career high three tackles and his lone half tackle for loss in the Illin's loss at Wisconsin.
"I want to thank Coach (Lovie) Smith for giving me the opportunity to come play and continue my education for the University of Illinois," Hollins said in a note on Twitter. "I also want to thank the academic staff for being there for me and helping me through the year.