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Illinois pulls in commitment from in-state DB
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Illinois head coach Bret Bielema has pledged to spend more time on in-state recruiting. On Wednesday, Amos Alonzo Stagg standout wide receiver and defensive back Timothy Griffin, Jr. announced over twitter that he will continue his football playing career in Champaign with the Illini.
I'm all in!! #Committed #AGTG@Coach_Walters @CoachJamison @BretBielema @IlliniFootball @AAStaggFootball #Hometownhero pic.twitter.com/ErNtB7T2gt
— Timothy “TJ” Griffin Jr. (@Timothy01338927) November 10, 2021
Griffin broke Stagg’s all-time receiving yards record, along with the single-season mark in 2021. He had 41 receptions for 829 yards and 6 touchdowns.
On the defensive side of the ball, he had 25 tackles, 14 solos and 11 assists with 1 interception.
The Palos Hills, Illinois native was named First-team All Southwest Suburban Conference and is Illinois 17th commit from the Class of 2022.
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