Maya Green Director of Recruiting Operations | University of Illinois Division of Intercollegiate Athletics Website
Maya Green Director of Recruiting Operations | University of Illinois Division of Intercollegiate Athletics Website
Former University of Illinois football players made their presence felt during Week 13 of the NFL season. Among them, several contributed significantly to their teams' performances.
Isaiah Adams, an offensive lineman for the Arizona Cardinals, participated in both offensive and special teams plays during the team's narrow loss to the Minnesota Vikings. Meanwhile, Tony Adams of the New York Jets recorded three tackles despite his team falling short against the Seattle Seahawks.
Nick Allegretti played a key role for the Washington Commanders by starting at left guard and recovering a fumble in their victory over the Tennessee Titans. In Cincinnati, Chase Brown stood out with a touchdown and substantial yardage, although his efforts were not enough to secure a win against the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Sydney Brown contributed to Philadelphia Eagles' special teams in their triumph over the Baltimore Ravens. Conversely, Tommy DeVito did not see action as the New York Giants lost to the Dallas Cowboys.
In Houston's victory over Jacksonville, Kendrick Green participated on special teams while Jake Hansen added a tackle. Nate Hobbs was inactive for Las Vegas in their defeat by Kansas City Chiefs.
Kerby Joseph started for Detroit Lions and made notable defensive contributions in their win over Chicago Bears. Ted Karras took part in all offensive snaps for Cincinnati Bengals but couldn't prevent a loss to Pittsburgh Steelers.
Doug Kramer saw limited action with Chicago Bears against Detroit Lions. Vederian Lowe played throughout New England Patriots' game which ended narrowly against Indianapolis Colts.
Quan Martin started defensively for Washington Commanders adding five tackles as they overcame Tennessee Titans. Tampa Bay Buccaneers' kicker Chase McLaughlin secured victory with four field goals including an overtime winner against Carolina Panthers.
Jer'Zhan Newton helped Washington Commanders defensively while Alex Palczewski contributed on special teams during Denver Broncos' win over Cleveland Browns. Del'Shawn Phillips participated on special teams aiding Houston Texans past Jacksonville Jaguars.
Tip Reiman featured offensively and on special teams for Arizona Cardinals in their close contest with Minnesota Vikings. Jihad Ward's defensive effort assisted Minnesota Vikings narrowly beating Arizona Cardinals.
Casey Washington took part on special teams for Atlanta Falcons who fell short versus Los Angeles Chargers while Isaiah Williams appeared briefly offensively as Cincinnati Bengals lost to Pittsburgh Steelers.
Seattle Seahawks’ Devon Witherspoon excelled defensively contributing four tackles including one for loss helping secure victory over New York Jets.
Additionally noted are Dawuane Smoot currently on injured reserve list with Buffalo Bills and Milo Eifler who is part of Arizona Cardinals practice squad.