Illinois Prospects to Watch: Part IIII

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. <hr /> <em><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="278900" first="Ian" last="Willis"], 5'9" 161, WR, Wheaton St. Francis, 2025</strong></em> 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. <strong>Twitter:</strong> @ianwillis0 &nbsp; <em><strong>DeShawn Williams, 6'2" 200, WR, Wheaton Saint Francis, 2025</strong></em> 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. <strong>Twitter: </strong>@dwilliams630 &nbsp; <em><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="253446" first="Jett" last="Hilding"], 6'2" 180, QB, St. Rita, 2024</strong></em> 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. <strong>Twitter:</strong> @jetthilding &nbsp; <strong><em>Dom Beres, 5'10" 195, OLB/SS, Wheaton Saint Francis, 2024</em></strong>. 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. <strong>Twitter:</strong> @DomenicBeres55 &nbsp; <em><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="354245" first="Corin" last="Greenwell"], 6'1" 175, FS, Wheaton Saint Francis, 2024 </strong></em> 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. <strong>Twitter:</strong> @cjgreendb2 &nbsp; <em><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="299444" first="Nick" last="Strelczyk"], 6‘4“ 315, OL, St. Rita, 2023</strong></em> 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. <strong>Twitter:</strong> @strelczyk &nbsp; <em><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="121350" first="Alessio" last="Milivojevic"], 6'2" 200, QB, Wheaton Saint Francis, 2024</strong></em> 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. <strong>Twitter:</strong> @alessiomilivoj1 &nbsp; <em><strong>Patrick Farrell, 6'5" 245, DE, St. Rita, 2023</strong></em> 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. <strong>Twitter:</strong> @patfarrell28 &nbsp; <em><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="135837" first="Collin" last="Gerger"] 6‘4" 280, OL, Saint Rita, 2023</strong></em> 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 &amp; agility. Effective hands as well. 4.4 GPA. <strong>Twitter:</strong> @cgerger72 &nbsp; <em><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="265983" first="Johnny" last="Schmitt"] 6‘1" 190, FS, Saint Rita, 2023</strong></em> 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. <strong>Twitter:</strong> @johnnyschmitt_7 &nbsp; <em><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="145342" first="Brooks" last="Bahr"] 6'6" 275, DL, Loyola, 2023</strong></em> 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. <strong>Twitter: </strong>@brooksbahr99 <strong>Committed to Michigan</strong> &nbsp; <em><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="266292" first="Matt" last="Kingsbury"] 6‘3" 230 LB/DE, Saint Rita, 2023</strong></em> 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. <strong>Twitter:</strong> @mattkingsbury3 &nbsp; <em><strong>[player_tooltip player_id="158054" first="Anthony" last="Birsa"] 6'5" 290, OL Joliet Catholic Academy, 2023</strong></em> 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. <strong>Twitter:</strong> @anthonybirsa <strong>Committed to Northwestern</strong>