Five former Illini making it big in pro sports

Tatyana McFadden continued her dominance at the Boston Marathon on Monday, winning her fourth consecutive women’s wheelchair race. Here are five other prominent former Illini who are shining in their respective sports:

Michelle Bartsch, USA volleyball

The three-time collegiate All-American, who plays professionally for Dresdner SC — the two-time defending German Bundesliga champion — helped guide Team USA to Pan Am Cup gold last summer in her first international tournament with the national team.

Vontae Davis, Indianapolis Colts

Back in town this past weekend to watch Lovie Smith’s team, the cornerback played in his second straight Pro Bowl after starting all 16 games last season, making 50…