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REPORT: Illinois reaches out to Oregon transfer Francis Okoro

If you fail once, try again.

That seems to be Illinois’ strategy right now with Oregon transfer Francis Okoro, who the Illini reportedly reached out to, according to multiple reports.

Oregon transfer Francis Okoro has heard from Illinois, Purdue, Marquette, Texas, Texas A&M, San Diego State, Mizzou, Northwestern, Western Kentucky, Houston, Seton Hall, amongst others, he told @Stockrisers.

Has spoken with most of the head coaches. Will be a sit-out.— Jake (@jakeweingarten) April 21, 2020

Okoro reportedly has told sources he plans to sit out the upcoming season even if transfer rules change due to injuries, but it’s worth it for Illinois to consider Okoro as an option for the future.