Top 10 Illinois HS Football Players in Class of 2024
Jeff Pegues
The Class of 2024 is shaping up to be one of the most talented in Illinois high school football history. Here are the top 10 players in the class, according to 247Sports:
- Justin Scott, QB, Joliet Catholic Academy
Scott is a dual-threat quarterback who is committed to Notre Dame. He is a dynamic runner and passer who has the potential to be one of the best quarterbacks in Illinois history.
- Ayden Shepherd, ATH, Lincoln-Way East
Shepherd is an athlete who can play multiple positions on offense and defense. He is a big-play threat who has the potential to be a star at the next level.
- Ethan Davis, LB, Plainfield Central
Davis is a physical linebacker who is committed to Wisconsin. He is a hard-hitter who is also good in coverage.
- Marquise Williams, WR, Decatur
Williams is a big-play receiver who is committed to Iowa. He is a deep threat who can also make plays after the catch.
- Caleb Downs, S, Bolingbrook
Downs is a safety who is committed to Alabama. He is a ballhawk who is also good in run support.
- Christian Driver, ATH, St. Rita
Driver is an athlete who can play multiple positions on offense and defense. He is a big-play threat who has the potential to be a star at the next level.
- Darius Clemons, CB, Homewood-Flossmoor
Clemons is a cornerback who is committed to Ohio State. He is a lockdown corner who is also good in run support.
- Javion Hood, DL, Chicago Simeon
Hood is a defensive lineman who is committed to Michigan. He is a disruptive force who can get to the quarterback and stuff the run.
- Isaiah Hastings, OL, Lincoln-Way East
Hastings is an offensive lineman who is committed to Notre Dame. He is a big, athletic lineman who has the potential to be a star at the next level.
- Brendon Clements, RB, Lincoln-Way Central
Clements is a running back who is committed to Iowa. He is a powerful runner who can also catch the ball out of the backfield.
This is just a small sample of the talented players in the Class of 2024. It will be exciting to see how these players develop and what they accomplish in college and beyond.
Analysis:
The Class of 2024 is loaded with talent, and it will be interesting to see how these players develop and what they accomplish in college and beyond. Scott, Shepherd, and Davis are all potential five-star recruits, and they could be the next wave of great Illinois football players. Williams, Downs, Driver, Clemons, Hood, Hastings, and Clements are all also talented players who have the potential to be stars at the next level.
It will be exciting to follow these players as they continue their high school careers and move on to college. With so much talent in the class, it is sure to produce some great players who will make their mark on the game.
