New Illini TE Daniel Imatorbhebhe talks transfer to Illinois, teaming up with brother Josh once again
It’s going to be quite the family reunion for the Illinois offense this season. New Illini tight end Daniel Imatorbhebhe is reuniting with his brother Josh Imatorbhebhe, a wide receiver.
Daniel Imatorbhebhe, who transferred from USC, expressed extreme gratitude about playing alongside his brother again.
As transcribed by 247Sports, Daniel Imatorbhebhe gushed in a press conference about what it means to have his brother back by his side.
#illini TE Daniel Imatorbhebhe: Being back with Josh is very natural. It’s really comforting just being able to talk to someone who knows you really well. Even being back with Trevon [Sidney], the three of us have really good conversations.
— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) October 21, 2020
#illini TE Daniel Imatorbhebhe says he’s way more happy to see Josh have success than himself because he has a part in it.
— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) October 21, 2020
#illini TE Daniel Imatorbhebhe on differences between the brothers: “[Josh is] more like fire. I’m more like water.”
— Jeremy Werner (@JWerner247) October 21, 2020
Awesome quotes. You can tell how much Daniel Imatorbhebhe loves and cherishes his brother. Hopefully they can craft some special new memories in Champaign.
Illinois kicks off its B1G only slate with a challenging road contest on Friday at Wisconsin. In order for the Illini to have a chance to pull off an upset, it’ll take a total effort by the Imatorbhebhe brothers and the entire team.
