Memorial Stadium | University of Illinois Fighting Illini
Memorial Stadium | University of Illinois Fighting Illini
Stats and notes from former Illini players in the NFL during Week 18 of the 2024 season have been compiled, highlighting their contributions on the field.
Isaiah Adams started at right guard for the Arizona Cardinals, playing all offensive and special teams snaps in a decisive 47-24 victory over the San Francisco 49ers. Tony Adams contributed four tackles as he played every defensive snap for the New York Jets in their 32-20 win against the Miami Dolphins.
Nick Allegretti took part in all offensive and special teams snaps for the Washington Commanders, who defeated the Dallas Cowboys 23-19. Chase Brown was not active for Cincinnati Bengals' narrow win over Pittsburgh Steelers.
Sydney Brown made significant plays with one tackle, one pass defended, and an interception during Philadelphia Eagles' triumph over New York Giants. His game-clinching interception was highlighted by Philadelphia Eagles on social media: "A @Sydbrown___ game-clinching interception ????? pic.twitter.com/mSZlwwo14Y — Philadelphia Eagles (@Eagles) January 5, 2025."
Tommy DeVito did not play in New York Giants' loss to Philadelphia Eagles. Milo Eifler participated solely on special teams for Arizona Cardinals' win against San Francisco.
Kendrick Green saw action on both offense and special teams as Houston Texans beat Tennessee Titans. Jake Hansen recorded two tackles while playing only on special teams for Houston Texans.
Nate Hobbs was inactive during Las Vegas Raiders' defeat to Los Angeles Chargers. Kerby Joseph started at safety for Detroit Lions, recording six tackles in their victory over Minnesota Vikings.
Ted Karras played every snap at center as Cincinnati Bengals edged out Pittsburgh Steelers. Doug Kramer participated exclusively on special teams when Chicago Bears narrowly defeated Green Bay Packers.
Vederian Lowe started at left tackle with limited participation in New England Patriots’ success against Buffalo Bills. Quan Martin remained inactive during Washington Commanders’ close win over Dallas Cowboys.
Chase McLaughlin scored two field goals and three extra points contributing significantly to Tampa Bay Buccaneers’ victory against New Orleans Saints. Jer'Zhan Newton had three tackles starting at defensive tackle for Washington Commanders versus Dallas Cowboys.
Alex Palczewski took part in Denver Broncos’ commanding win against Kansas City Chiefs while Del'Shawn Phillips recorded three tackles playing both defense and special teams helping Houston Texans overcome Tennessee Titans.
Tip Reiman featured prominently both offensively and on special teams as Arizona Cardinals won comfortably against San Francisco 49ers whereas Dawuane Smoot played defensively during Buffalo Bills’ loss to New England Patriots.
Jihad Ward made two tackles participating defensively when Minnesota Vikings lost heavily to Detroit Lions; Casey Washington did not feature during Atlanta Falcons’ high-scoring defeat by Carolina Panthers; Isaiah Williams amassed impressive return yards aiding Cincinnati Bengals past Pittsburgh Steelers; Devon Witherspoon stood out defensively recording eight tackles plus two passes defended ensuring Seattle Seahawks prevailed over Los Angeles Rams.