Illinois Prospects to Watch: Part IIII
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This is the final installment of my evaluations from our annual Illinois photoshoot hosted by Wheaton St. Francis. Look for more of my evaluations on some of the state’s top prospects and beyond by following @lemmingreport on twitter. Ian Willis…
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Continue ReadingThis is the final installment of my evaluations from our annual Illinois photoshoot hosted by Wheaton St. Francis. Look for more of my evaluations on some of the state’s top prospects and beyond by following @lemmingreport on twitter.
Ian Willis Ian Willis 5'9" | 170 lbs | WR St. Francis | 2025 State IL , 5’9″ 161, WR, Wheaton St. Francis, 2025
An exciting wide receiver prospect from Wheaton St. Francis HS. Quick, shifty, and smart. He runs precise routes and catches everything within his frame. A rising star among the class of 2025 prospects. All-Conference. Twitter: @ianwillis0
DeShawn Williams, 6’2″ 200, WR, Wheaton Saint Francis, 2025
Talented enough to also play running back and defensive end. He should become heavily recruited over the next couple of years. Strong hands, deceptive speed, and excellent body control. Twitter: @dwilliams630
Jett Hilding Jett Hilding 6'2" | 180 lbs | QB St. Rita | 2024 State IL , 6’2″ 180, QB, St. Rita, 2024
Saint Rita high school has another very talented quarterback on the rise. Jett is blessed with a strong arm and can make all the throws. He’s very accurate and a threat when flushed out of the pocket. Certainly shows big-time ability. 4.0 GPA. Twitter: @jetthilding
Dom Beres, 5’10” 195, OLB/SS, Wheaton Saint Francis, 2024.
A versatile prospect that can play several positions and play them well. He can play in space but excels inside the box. 4.1 GPA. Twitter: @DomenicBeres55
Corin Greenwell Corin Greenwell 6'2" | 190 lbs | DB St. Francis | 2024 IL , 6’1″ 175, FS, Wheaton Saint Francis, 2024
A superb talent with excellent range, footwork, and technique. Also a gifted wide receiver on offense. His father played for the Oakland Raiders. Very athletic and instinctive. Twitter: @cjgreendb2
Nick Strelczyk Nick Strelczyk 6'4" | 305 lbs | OL St. Rita | 2023 IL , 6‘4“ 315, OL, St. Rita, 2023
A versatile and very talented offensive lineman. Nick has shown that he can play tackle, guard, or center. He shows exceptional speed and agility for a 315-pounder. Fires off the ball with quickness and purpose. Explosive hips and great technique. 4.0 GPA. Can play at the power five-level. Twitter: @strelczyk
Alessio Milivojevic Alessio Milivojevic 6'1" | 205 lbs | QB St. Francis | 2024 State IL , 6’2″ 200, QB, Wheaton Saint Francis, 2024
An extremely productive quarterback in the 2024 class. A leader on and off the field. He’s very accurate, with a strong arm, poise, and excellent running skills. All-Conference and Academic All-state. Twitter: @alessiomilivoj1
Patrick Farrell, 6’5″ 245, DE, St. Rita, 2023
Good strength, quick hands, a high motor, and plays aggressive. He has a great frame and should easily weigh 280 in college. 3.8 GPA. Second team All-Conference. Twitter: @patfarrell28
Collin Gerger Collin Gerger 6'4" | 280 lbs | OL St. Rita | 2023 State IL 6‘4″ 280, OL, Saint Rita, 2023
This left tackle prospect is quite versatile and can play just about any position on the offensive line. He moves well and shows good flexibility & agility. Effective hands as well. 4.4 GPA. Twitter: @cgerger72
Johnny Schmitt Johnny Schmitt 6'1" | 185 lbs | DB St. Rita | 2023 State IL 6‘1″ 190, FS, Saint Rita, 2023
Fast and athletic with great footwork. On tape, he plays downhill and makes a good amount of open-field tackles. He has excellent ball skills as he led the Chicago Catholic League in interceptions with five. Certainly has the athletic ability to play at the next level. 4.38 GPA. Twitter: @johnnyschmitt_7
Brooks Bahr Brooks Bahr 6'6" | 275 lbs | DL Loyola Academy | 2023 State IL 6’6″ 275, DL, Loyola, 2023
Michigan got themselves an outstanding defensive line prospect. On tape, he dominates at the point of attack, is super physical, tough, and productive. He shows a great first step, excellent use of hands, and can dominate against the run. He’s flexible and agile. Twitter: @brooksbahr99
Committed to Michigan
Matt Kingsbury Matt Kingsbury 6'4" | 230 lbs | LB St. Rita | 2023 State IL 6‘3″ 230 LB/DE, Saint Rita, 2023
The son of a former Prep Football Report All-American of the same name. Matt is very athletic, strong, moves well laterally, and is very aggressive. Plays quick and smart. All-Conference. 4.1 GPA. Dad played for Purdue. Twitter: @mattkingsbury3
Anthony Birsa Anthony Birsa 6'5" | 260 lbs | OL Joliet Catholic | 2023 State IL 6’5″ 290, OL Joliet Catholic Academy, 2023
Another very talented offensive lineman from the Chicago area. He possesses a strong punch, quick feet, excellent technique, and a natural knee bend. He has a great motor and is very aggressive. 3.4 GPA. Also stars in basketball. Twitter: @anthonybirsa
Committed to Northwestern