Scout.com: NFL Draft Not Kind To Illinois High Schools

NFL Draft Not Kind To Illinois High Schools

Rashard Mendenhall (Scout)		By Jack Lyman InsideIllini.com staff Date: Jul 18, 2009 Many assume the state of Illinois is loaded with great high school football prospects. College recruiters flock to the state looking for talent. And many Illini fans believe success on the football field is guaranteed if the UI can lock down the state and keep all its great prospects at home. However, recent NFL drafts tell a much different story.

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NFL Draft Not Kind To Illinois High Schools