THE COLLEGE GAME · 2026

Jershaun Newton · Illinois Football

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PLAYER DETAILS · 2026

Jershaun Newton

Jersey: 6
Position: WR
Class: So.
Height: 6 ft 0 in
Weight: 215 lb
Hometown: Saint Petersburg, FL
High school / prior school (as listed): Clearwater Central Catholic
Previous school: Not supplied

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Summary

Jershaun Newton — Player summary

Jershaun Newton played at Clearwater Central Catholic under Christopher Harvey. His prep honors included two team MVP selections, with additional participation in basketball and track.

Checked 2026-10-16 · Sources: Illinois Athletics — official player biography

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