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Future Stars: Illinois 2028 Players to Watch

Future Stars: Illinois 2028 Players to Watch
Like we do every week throughout the year, we bring you prospects to check out and for colleges to see. We make sure to shine the spotlight on all classes –2026 (juniors), 2027 (sophomores) and 2028 (freshmen). We will soon be adding the incoming Class of 2029.
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Jack Badke
Jack Badke 5'9" | 165 lbs | DB/LB | 2028
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Nahmar Hampton
Nahmar Hampton 6'3" | 280 lbs | DL | 2028
IL
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1647372' first='Nahmar' last='Hampton'] | OG | 6'3” | 280 lbs | Oak Lawn Community High School</strong><br>Hampton is already an imposing force up front. At 6-foot-3 and 280 pounds, he has the size to dominate at the line of scrimmage. His strength and ability to anchor in pass protection give him early varsity potential as he sharpens his footwork and hand placement.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1687842' first='Jack' last='Badke'] | WR/DB | 5'10” | 165 lbs | Brother Rice High School</strong><br>Badke plays with confidence and quick feet on the outside. He shows good awareness in coverage and is comfortable playing both man and zone. With more reps and technique refinement, he could become a lockdown corner in a competitive program.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Jordan Lewis | RB | 6'0” | 180 lbs | Richards</strong><br>Lewis is a powerful and explosive runner with the ability to break tackles and hit the second level in a hurry. He's built well for a young back and runs with intensity. If he continues to improve his lateral movement and vision, Lewis could become a real problem for opposing defenses.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Lucas Maeder | WR | 6'0” | 160 lbs | Lincoln-Way Central</strong><br>Maeder brings length and solid hands to the receiver position. He shows good awareness working the sideline and isn't afraid to go up for contested catches. As he adds strength, Maeder has the tools to become a go-to target in the passing game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

Nahmar Hampton Nahmar Hampton Nahmar Hampton 6'3" | 280 lbs | DL Richards | 2028 State IL | OG | 6'3” | 280 lbs | Oak Lawn Community High School
Hampton is already an imposing force up front. At 6-foot-3 and 280 pounds, he has the size to dominate at the line of scrimmage. His strength and ability to anchor in pass protection give him early varsity potential as he sharpens his footwork and hand placement.

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