Cam Thomas

Thomas made his debut for the Illini under center in Week 8 against Minnesota last season, flashing his running ability to the tune of 10 carries for 79 yards. While he remained under center for the next couple of weeks, an injury late against Purdue in Week 10 kept the signal-caller sidelined for another couple of contests. Thomas finished the campaign with 52 carries for 233 yards and a touchdown, but passing efficiency wasn't his friend. In four appearances, Thomas completed just 42.4 percent of his passes for 375 yards while posting a 0:5 TD:INT ratio. As the only quarterback on the roster in spring ball following Chayce Crouch's retirement from football and Jeff George Jr. transferring to Michigan, he may have a leg up on the competition for the starting job, but transfer AJ Bush and a trio of freshmen signal-callers could put pressure on him. Thomas will need to drastically improve himself as a passer this offseason if the Illini are to avoid another woeful season under center.