Top Sophomore Pass Rushers in Illinois

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Sophomores aren't supposed to dominate trenches like this — but these five already look like future stars. Each brings a different style off the edge, and all of them have put together breakout seasons as underclassmen.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Tyler Donald – Muchin College Prep (Chicago)</strong><br>Donald has been one of the most disruptive young linemen in the state. With 6 sacks in just 4 games, he averages an impressive 1.5 per outing. His combination of power and interior quickness makes him a matchup nightmare for guards, and he's only scratching the surface of what he can become.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Anthony Toliver Jr. – Hillcrest</strong><br>Toliver's length and closing burst show up every week. He's sitting at 6 sacks on the year with 43 yards lost, consistently collapsing the pocket and forcing offenses to adjust protections toward him. His frame and athletic profile give him serious long-term upside.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Rhys Landsmann – BMNHS (Kankakee)</strong><br>A high-motor defender who brings linebacker physicality to the rush. Landsmann has collected 6 sacks while playing 11 games, showing durability and steady production. His ability to get downhill and finish plays makes him one of the most reliable young pass rushers in the class.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1570778' first='Kristian' last='Chadick'] – Carmel (Mundelein)</strong><br>Chadick is an explosive edge threat with excellent first-step quickness. His 5-sack season reflects a player who wins with speed and timing. As his frame continues to develop, he projects as a true impact defensive end who can get around the corner in a hurry.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Jamiere Moore – Elgin</strong><br>Moore brings a blend of athleticism and effort that jumps on film. With 5 sacks and 5 hurries in eight games, he consistently pressures the quarterback even when he isn't finishing plays. His upside as a long, twitchy sophomore makes him one of the most intriguing young defenders in the area.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->