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NewsChicago Sun-TimesJuly 4, 2026United States

High School Football Recruiting and Roster Updates

This article provides an update on high school football player commitments to college programs and notes several high-profile player transfers ahead of the upcoming season. It highlights the trend of elite recruits finalizing college decisions before their senior high school season begins.

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Why It Matters

The article outlines the current landscape of college football recruitment for Illinois high school athletes and identifies key player transfers that will impact team rosters for the upcoming season.

Key Facts

  • The early college football signing window begins Dec. 4, 2027.
  • The late college football signing day is Feb. 4, 2027.
  • High school football practice begins Aug. 5.
  • Only seven of the top 50 ranked players in the 2027 cycle remain uncommitted.
  • The University of Illinois has secured six commitments from the top 50 ranked players.
  • Michigan State, Missouri, Iowa, and Boston College have each secured three commitments from the top 50 ranked players.
  • 24 Power Four schools have recruited at least one top-50 player from Illinois.
  • Jadon Wilson transferred from East St. Louis to St. Francis.
  • Donovan Evans transferred from St. Rita to Montini.

Who's Mentioned

personJeremiah Stonewall“Crete-Monee running back, uncommitted recruit.”personJadon Wilson“Transferred from East St. Louis to St. Francis.”personBrayden Parks“Brother Rice defensive lineman, uncommitted recruit.”personRoman Igwebuike“Mount Carmel linebacker, uncommitted recruit.”personLawrence Carr“Kenwood wide receiver, uncommitted recruit.”personBret Bielema“Head coach at the University of Illinois.”personRaheem Floyd“East St. Louis cornerback, uncommitted recruit.”personJames Bell“Simeon running back, uncommitted recruit.”organizationIHSA“Illinois High School Association, governing body for high school sports.”personDonovan Evans“Transferred from St. Rita to Montini.”personPat Fitzgerald“Coach at Michigan State University.”personBrian DeMoss“Simeon edge, uncommitted recruit.”