Illinois Prospects to Watch: Part III
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This is part three of my evaluations from our annual Illinois photo shoot. Look for the final installment of this series to be released on Friday. Ashton Nawrocki 6‘3“ 215, LB, York, 2023 This is your prototypical backer: very physical,…
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Continue ReadingThis is part three of my evaluations from our annual Illinois photo shoot. Look for the final installment of this series to be released on Friday.
Ashton Nawrocki 6‘3“ 215, LB, York, 2023
This is your prototypical backer: very physical, high motor, and quick feet. Shows knockback power, plays smart and instinctive. 4.3 GPA. Father Nolan played for Illinois. Twitter: @ashtonnawrocki
David Loch David Loch 6'1" | 205 lbs | LB York | 2023 State IL 6’2” 210, LB, York, 2023
Super productive and instinctive, he is a three-down linebacker. He plays downhill, will hit you, and is excellent in coverage. Big-time sideline to sideline speed. 90+ tackles in 2021. 33 ACT. Twitter: @davidloch55
Matt Vezza Matt Vezza 5'11" | 180 lbs | QB York | 2023 State IL 6’ 185, QB, York, 2023
Matt is an all-around quarterback; he’s very accurate, reads well, and makes good decisions. Certainly has the mobility to extend plays. Shows an all-around developed game. Conference offensive player of the year. Academic All-state. 29 ACT. He’s also a stand-out in baseball. Twitter: @matt_vezza_9
Logan Lesterzzz Logan Lesterzzz 6'3" | 190 lbs | WR Kenwood Academy | 2023 IL 6‘2“ 196, WR, Kenwood, 2023
A sure-handed wide receiver with good size, strength, speed, body control, and burst. He’s very confident and productive. 3.4 GPA. No doubt a big-time prospect with a bright future. Twitter: @loganlester_8
Kiwaun Davis Kiwaun Davis 6'3" | 170 lbs | DB Brother Rice | 2023 IL 6‘2“ 170, DB, Kenwood, 2023
Kiwaun certainly shows plenty of ability. He’s proven that he can play corner or safety. He’s a quick-twitch athlete with great length, long arms, and explosive moves. I was impressed by his loose hips and confidence. 3.1 GPA. Twitter: @davis_kiwaun
Committed to Western Michigan
Elijah Romeus Elijah Romeus 6'0" | 190 lbs | DB Fenwick | 2024 State IL 6’ 185, FS, Fenwick, 2024
Excels at tracking down the ball and shows great range & leaping ability. He’s versatile with quick hands and good footwork. 4.3 GPA. Team leader and very productive. Twitter: @elijahromeus
Nathaniel Marshall 6‘5“ 240, DE, Fenwick, 2025
Possesses all the tools for future stardom. Length, footwork, quick & violent hands, and is extremely fast off the snap of the ball. He plays with a mean streak and is very disruptive. Playmaker with 16 QB sacks already. Twitter: @allnatemarshall
Mirko Jaksic Mirko Jaksic 6'3" | 265 lbs | DL Fenwick | 2023 State IL 6’3″ 270, DT, Fenwick, 2023
An impressive defender whose very physical and strong. Mirko can dominate offensive linemen. Also plays guard and center on offense. 3.0 GPA. Impressive ballplayer with a great motor. Plays relentless and tough. Twitter: @mirkojaksic2
Dash Dorsey Dash Dorsey 5'11" | 170 lbs | WR St Francis | 2023 State IL 5‘11″ 175, ATH, Wheaton Saint Francis Academy, 2023
Very athletic and can play wide receiver along with cornerback. Elusive with good hands and big-time speed. Lockdown corner with loose hips and is smooth as he transitions. 3.0 GPA. Twitter: @dashdorsey
Tyler Jansey Tyler Jansey 6'1" | 215 lbs | LB Batavia | 2023 State IL 6’1” 225, LB, Batavia, 2023
One of the very best in the Midwest. He’s very aggressive, can make plays from sideline to sideline, shows big-time speed, and smarts. Jansey always plays with a high motor. 4.3 GPA. Two-time all-conference. His brother Michael plays for Northwestern. Twitter: @tylerjansey
Committed to Wisconsin
Christian Pierce Christian Pierce 6'0" | 215 lbs | LB Brother Rice | 2025 State IL 6‘2“ 285, DT, Brother Rice, 2023
One of the Premier DT prospects in the Midwest. Super-strong and explosive with great reactionary moves. He plays aggressive, tough, and will dominate against the run. 365 bench. Twitter: @trey2023_
Committed to Wisconsin
Chris Terek Chris Terek 6'6" | 295 lbs | OL Glenbard West | 2023 State IL 6’5” 295, OL, Glenbard West, 2023
No doubt is one of the top tackle/guard prospects in the Midwest. Excellent strength, movement skills, quickness, technique, and aggressiveness. Very physical and can dominate at the point of attack. 7A All-State. Outstanding student as well. Twitter: @cterek77