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Big Seasons Brewing in Illinois

Big Seasons Brewing in Illinois
Eric Bergman
Eric Bergman October 1, 2025 @ 08:30 PM
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Jackson Rudolph
Jackson Rudolph 6'0" | 225 lbs | RB/LB | 2026
IL
James Johnson
James Johnson 6'3" | 190 lbs | WR/DB | 2027
IL
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1344621' first='James' last='Johnson'] – Belleville East</strong><br>Johnson has been one of the premier wideouts in the state this fall. His ability to separate in space and consistently win contested catches has made him a go-to option for the Lancers. With his mix of size, body control, and reliable hands, Johnson is a nightmare matchup for opposing defensive backs and has been a consistent producer all season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1923832' first='Jackson' last='Rudolph'] – Wauconda</strong><br>Rudolph has turned into one of the most dangerous running backs in northern Illinois. He runs with purpose, combining burst and balance to rack up yards in a hurry. His vision allows him to find running lanes, and once he gets into the open field, he has the speed to finish drives. Rudolph has been a scoring threat every week and continues to power Wauconda's offense.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Caden DuMelle – Jacobs</strong><br>DuMelle brings toughness and physicality to the Jacobs backfield. He thrives in a downhill running style, churning out yards after contact and wearing down defenses. His ability to handle a heavy workload has kept the offense steady, and his production has been a major key to Jacobs' success this season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Colton Knoedler – Glenwood</strong><br>Knoedler has been a steady force at quarterback, bringing both efficiency and versatility to Glenwood's offense. He's shown poise in the passing game and the ability to extend plays with his legs, giving defenses fits. Knoedler's leadership has been evident, and he continues to prove he can guide his team in big moments.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Nic Alvarez – Belvidere</strong><br>Alvarez has been a workhorse running back, carrying a major load for Belvidere's offense. His aggressive running style makes him tough to bring down, and he consistently moves the chains. Alvarez's combination of strength and durability has made him a reliable option that the program can lean on week after week.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

James Johnson James Johnson James Johnson 6'3" | 190 lbs | WR/DB Belleville East | 2027 State IL – Belleville East
Johnson has been one of the premier wideouts in the state this fall. His ability to separate in space and consistently win contested catches has made him a go-to option for the Lancers. With his mix of size, body control, and reliable hands, Johnson is a nightmare matchup for opposing defensive backs and has been a consistent producer all season.

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