Can't Wait For Saturday Don't be surprised if Jacas receives early NFL call
· Yahoo Sports
Apr. 13—***
The wait is almost over for one of the most prolific pass rushers in Illinois football history: Gabe Jacas.
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The NFL draft starts in less than two weeks in Pittsburgh (April 23-25). Florida native Jacas should hear his name called at some point during the first two days. Maybe even in the first round. As coaches say so often about the NFL draft, it only takes one team to end the suspense.
After a stellar career playing for Bret Bielema at Illinois, Jacas is receiving strong reviews as an NFL prospect.
The pro scouts like his combination of size, quickness and power. His consistency wins them over too.
Because he has played in the Big Ten, Jacas has already had to tangle with top linemen, making the the transition at the next level easier.
In recent years, Illinois has done a solid job producing edge rushers/outside linebackers. The NFL teams count on Jacas to be ready to jump in soon.
Will be be expected to start right away? Probably not. But there will be situations where he can lend a hand.
Jacas will likely be the first Illini drafted in 2026. If he goes i the first round, he wlll be the first since Devon Witherspoon in 2023.