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College Football News / Illinois Fighting Illini on SI / July 29
Illinois' Gabe Jacas, Xavier Scott Named to Bronko Nagurski Trophy Watch List
Illinois football continued to earn national recognition this week as seniors Gabe Jacas and Xavier Scott were named to the Bronko Nagurski Trophy preseason watch list, awarded annually to college football’s top defensive player.
The Big Question: What Record Does Illinois Need to Make the College Football Playoff?
Illinois football is seeking its first-ever College Football Playoff berth, and with a veteran squad led by fifth-year senior gunslinger Luke Altmyer and relentless pass rusher Gabe Jacas, the Illini appear poised to, at the very least, compete for a spot in the season-ending extravaganza.
Illinois' Gabe Jacas Named Top 5 Linebacker in EA Sports College Football 26
Gabe Jacas has quickly emerged as one of the most feared defenders in college football – and now he’s getting the recognition to match. The Illinois linebacker was recently named one of the top five linebackers in EA Sports College Football 26, earning a 92 overall rating that puts him in elite territory.
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Where Illinois' Gabe Jacas Lands in 2026 NFL Mock Draft by ESPN's Todd McShay
Illinois linebacker Gabe Jacas may not be a finished football product just yet, but the Illini were fortunate to coax him back to Champaign after an offseason in which coach Bret Bielema intimated that he had been offered bug NIL money by other programs.
Illinois Football's Gabe Jacas Appreciated for Warm Act of Kindness
Gabe Jacas is coming off an All-Big Ten third team campaign and helping lead Illinois to a 10-3 record and Citrus Bowl win, so of course he had worked up an appetite.
College Football News / Illinois Fighting Illini on SI / January 6
Linebacker Gabe Jacas Commits to 2025 Return to Illinois Football
Illinois football continues to bring the band back together as outside linebacker Gabe Jacas on Monday announced his return to Champaign ahead of next season.
Illinois Fighting Illini News / Illinois Fighting Illini on SI / October 25
Big Ten Football Week 9: Illinois' Gabe Jacas Leads Key Players to Watch
Illinois' success under coach Bret Bielema has been built on a mindset of physicality. The Illini will have to be extra physical in Week 9 to hand top-ranked Oregon its first loss of 2024.
Illinois Fighting Illini News / Illinois Fighting Illini on SI / October 21
Illinois LB Gabe Jacas Earns Big Ten Defensive Player of the Week Award
After a dominant performance in No. 20 Illinois’ 21-7 victory over defending national champion Michigan on Saturday, Illini outside linebacker Gabe Jacas has been named Big Ten Defensive Player of the Week.
Illinois Fighting Illini News / Illinois Fighting Illini on SI / September 11
Illini LB Gabe Jacas Embraces New Versatility Role
Illinois junior linebacker Gabe Jacas is enjoying his new defensive role where he gets to also play on the defensive line at times. It allows him "I can play two different positions and can be impactful for the team," he said.
Illinois Fighting Illini News / Illinois Fighting Illini on SI / July 24, 2024
Illinois' Gabe Jacas Prefers Judging On Field Than EA Sports College Football `25 Rating
There is no escaping the excitement surrounding the new EA Sports College Football `25 video game. So much it was brought up to Illinois Fighting Illini outside linebacker Gabe Jacas at Big Ten Media Days in Indianapolis.
College Football News / Armchair Illini / July 12, 2024
Which Three Illini Football Players will attend Media Day
Pat Bryant, Seth Coleman, and Gabe Jacas will be the three players attending Big Ten Media Day for the University of Illinois. Bryant is a rising senior and the lead wide receiver heading into the 2024 season.
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