Recapping the destinations of Illinois’ 2026 NFL draftees
Gabe Jacas figures to make the biggest splash but expect a few other Illini to find their way onto NFL rosters.
CHAMPAIGN, IL: Illinois Fighting Illini OLB Gabe Jacas (17) during a college football game between the Rutgers Scarlet Knights and Illinois Fighting Illini on November 1, 2025 at Gies Memorial Stadium | (Photo by James Black/Icon Sportswire via Getty Images) On this episode of ‘Oskee Talk’ I spotlight the Fighting Illini’s trio of NFL Draft picks — Gabe Jacas (2:49), J. C. Davis (10:05) and Miles Scott (14:47).
I also revisit the numbers & break down the pro prospects of some of Illinois’ top undrafted free agents, Luke Altmyer (20:15) and Hank Beatty (32:04). Click HERE to listen! Join the conversation!
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