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Illinois Football: Crystal Ball favoring the Illini for an east coast weapon

CHAMPAIGN, IL - OCTOBER 19: Illinois Fighting Illini fans cheer during a game against the Wisconsin Badgers at Memorial Stadium on October 19, 2019 in Champaign, Illinois. Illinois defeated Wisconsin 24-23. (Photo by Joe Robbins/Getty Images)

It looks like the Illinois football team is a heavy favorite for another offensive weapon in 2022.

Illinois has five commitments on the board right now, all of which are on the offensive side of the ball. Three of the commits are offensive linemen who will be protecting recent Elite 11 standout, quarterback Donovan Leary.