New Illinois linebacker Leon Lowery Jr.'s decision to transfer Big Ten schools was driven in large part by one key moment.

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Cam Thomas is one of the top athletes in the 2026 recruiting class, and though there is still plenty of time to go in his recruitment, he's decided to play college ball for Illinois.

It has been such a long time since the Illinois football team has been able to recruit at a high level. If you are younger ...