Chris Flaggs

#Illini Hank Beatty will have a long NFL career, WR Justin Stepp predicts “If he goes undrafted, which would blow my mind, he will get into a camp and play for a long time.” “I know there are a lot of NFL teams that love him.” Beatty was an excellent receiver for Illinois, leading them in yards in 2025. And was a top Big Ten punt returner for multiple years.

Had a great time @WMU_Football spring practice today! Thanks @Drew_Moulton and @CoachLT39 for the invite! @CoachLeonard3 @CoachLauber @NelsonNellyfam5 @EDGYTIM @Rivals @AllenTrieu

SSB squat today with @CoachMcGhghy 425x3 475x1 515x1

345 Bench | Class of 2028 RB @CoachMcGhghy @CoachLeonard3 @RocketNation1 @EDGYTIM @DeepDishFB @PrepRedzoneIL

First time squatting 365 after running flys

Thank you @_CoachElliott and @LeeperDrake for the Spring Practice Visit! I had a great time seeing the culture and watching the coaching! Also got to see my guy @BeattyHank @CoachLeonard3 @NelsonNellyfam5 @CoachLauber @EDGYTIM @Rivals @Recruit2Illini

After a great spring practice visit, I am blessed to say that I have received my first Division 1 offer from Kent State University after a great conversation with @Coach_Stad! @coachmacarney Huge Shoutout to @DJRSwework 🔒 @CoachLeonard3 @NelsonNellyfam5 @EDGYTIM

Thanks @DerekParris for having me on the @Channel1450com podcast🎙️ youtu.be/oadSaPCnUjQ?fe…

@TJStantonJumps takes 6th in the 200 and dips below the 23 mark!

Maltby takes🥇at @_IL_Top_Times

Yessiirrrrrrr!

Most Targets WITHOUT A Drop Last Season: 🔶 Hank Beatty, Illinois: 88 @IlliniFootball

315 x 2 Bench | RB | Class of 2028 @CoachMcGhghy @CoachLeonard3 @RocketNation1 @EDGYTIM @DeepDishFB @PrepRedzoneIL

Khordell Gregory earns 3rd team all state honors. One of two sophomores to be named to the all state team. Congratulations

#Illini Bret Bielema on Hank Beatty's NFL chances: "There are 2, 3 teams that've reached out to me repeatedly about Hank. I expect one of those teams to grab him sooner than others." The punt return game brings a high value to him, said Bielema, in addition to wide receiver production. 224 players get drafted, but a ton of players sign as undrafted free agent, so that could be a back up option for the Rochester native, who ranks as the 307th prospect via Pro Football Focus. His skills set, his football IQ and work ethic will screen through. He ran a good time today and I'm excited to see where he goes," said Bielema.

#illini WR and return-specialist Hank Beatty running the 40-yd dash at today’s Pro Day.

JR Dylan Durocher breaks through the 16m barrier for a new PR of 16.02 (52-6.75)🚀

Congratulations to Khordell Gregory on his 2nd team all conference nomination and Eli Cox honorable mention. Top 10 and top 15 in the CS8 is a huge accomplishment Also congratulations to our 14 players nominated to the academic all conference team

No crazy marks today but a good meet none the less. All of Dylan’s throws were over 15m and all of Maltby’s were over 16m. Consistency is a good thing-raising the floor and the ceiling! 🚀

Visit News: 2027 OL Barrett Armbruster (@barrettarmb2027) out of Rochester in Rochester, IL will take an unofficial visit to Illinois on April 15th.