Small School Standouts in IL

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1670079' first='Jack' last='Gaines'] – DL – Class of 2026 – Argo</strong><br>At 6'1”, 290 pounds, Gaines brings power and physicality to the defensive front. He's tough to move in the run game and shows flashes of pass-rush disruption. Gaines is a high-motor defender who plays with grit and effort—exactly what you want anchoring the trenches at the next level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1472518' first='Tre' last='Hoggard'] – WR – Class of 2026 – Unity (Tolono)</strong><br>Hoggard is an explosive playmaker on the outside. With strong hands and smooth route-running, he's a threat to score anytime he touches the ball. At 6'1”, 175 pounds, he brings the size, speed, and confidence to win in space. One of the most dynamic small-school wideouts in Illinois.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Parker Parnell – WR – Class of 2026 – Civic Memorial</strong><br>Parnell is a smaller, shifty wideout who creates separation with quickness and change of direction. He's dangerous with the ball in his hands and adds value as a return man. His speed and elusiveness give him real upside as a slot receiver and special teams contributor.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Rhett Malone – OL – Class of 2026 – Breese Central</strong><br>At 6'4", 290 pounds, Malone has the size and movement skills that college programs look for in a developmental offensive lineman. Entering his senior season, he's poised to make a big jump. He has the tools to be a solid contributor up front—big frame, decent feet, and room to refine his technique. With continued reps and exposure, Malone is a name to keep on the radar.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->