Illini Land of Lincoln preview

Illini Land of Lincoln

Outlook: If you thought Robeson was going to be down after losing All-State wide receiver Brandon Green and All-City quarterback Johnny Johnson, think again — the Raiders reloaded. Harper has athletes, and King’s Lonnie Williams can steal a game.

Top Five Players (Ht., Wt., Yr.)

RB Vincent Bobeit, King 5-10, 170, Jr.

QB Kirkland Branker, Fenger, 6-1, 175, Sr.

TE Johnathan Henderson, Harper 6-4, 230, Sr.

L Jamal Sangster, Robeson, 6-6, 285, Sr.

RB Christopher Session, Robeson 6-0, 215, Sr.

Quote: “Last year was a major transition with me taking over as head coach. This year, things should be smoother and the kids should be used to me calling the shots.” —Harper coach Maris Carroll

Did you know? Last year Fenger sent 12 of 14 seniors to college on athletic scholarships.

Predicted finish:Robeson, Harper, King, Fenger, Marshall, Corliss.