A.J. Jenkins

The Illini passing game lost its best downfield threat with Arrelious Benn going to the NFL. Jenkins was an excellent recruit out of Florida, but only caught 21 passes in his first two season and was surrounded by rumors that he would transfer. Although he doesn’t posses great size, he has blazing speed with excellent cutting ability, and was one of the starts of the off-season. He has a tremendous upside and is poised for a breakout season. The Illini certainly hope that he makes great strides this year to replace the lost production from Benn.