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Will Holmes · Illinois Football

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PLAYER DETAILS · 2026

Will Holmes

Jersey
24
Position
DL
Class
Jr.
Height
6 ft 4 in
Weight
260 lb
Hometown
Detroit, MI
High school / prior school (as listed)
Western International
Previous school
Not supplied
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Summary

Will Holmes — Player summary

Will Holmes earned all-city baseball recognition at Western International High School. His official biography records National Honor Society membership and a route into college football without prior organized football experience.

Additional background from the official biography retained October 16, 2026: Before college football he played in the Los Angeles Angels’ minor league system as a pitcher and outfielder. He was a fifth-round selection in the 2018 MLB Draft. Academic area listed in the retained biography: communication.

Checked 2026-10-30 · Sources: Illinois Athletics — official player biography

Background

Will Holmes — Sourced player background

Will Holmes — additional facts from the official source retained 2026-10-16. Academic recognition mentioned in the biography includes Academic All-Mountain West. These are dated source details; the original roster snapshot remains unchanged. Check the linked school source for updates.

Checked 2026-10-29 · Sources: Illinois Athletics — official player biography

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