2028 quarterback Owen Herrick commits to Illinois football program
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 17, 2026, 12:16 AM
Last updated Sep 17, 2026
Owen Herrick, a quarterback from Pittsburgh Central Catholic, committed to Illinois on September 16, 2026. He is rated as a three-star prospect by 247Sports, placing him as the No. 29 quarterback nationally. Herrick chose Illinois over offers from Nebraska, Ole Miss, and Syracuse. This commitment marks the first for the Illini in the 2028 recruiting class, providing a key player for future development under coach Bret Bielema. Herrick expressed excitement about his decision, affirming his connection to the program.
- •Owen Herrick is 6-foot-2 and weighs 185 pounds.
- •He is ranked as the No. 12 prospect in Pennsylvania.
- •Illinois lands its first commitment for the 2028 class.
- •Herrick chose Illinois over multiple other programs.
- •His commitment supports Bret Bielema's quarterback strategy.
- 12:16 AMYahoo Sports — 2028 quarterback Owen Herrick commits to Illinois
"The Pittsburgh quarterback chose the Illini over Nebraska, Ole Miss and Syracuse.
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