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08/18/21 - OLB Alec Bryant, rJr/2026, Illinois

Bret Bielema hinted at coming additions to the Illinois football roster following Saturday's practice at Memorial Stadium. The Illini coach was coy, though. No hint was given about the identity of those potential additions, whether they be transfer, freshmen or another walk-on or two. The mystery somewhat resolved itself Tuesday when former Virginia Tech defensive end Alec Bryant announced via social media he was transferring to Illinois.

The reason for roster additions with training camp underway and the season opener against Nebraska just 17 days away is Bielema's pursuit of a maxed-out roster of 120 players. Bryant makes for 119, but that includes offensive lineman Jordyn Slaughter, who broke his ankle last week and is likely out for the season. "Obviously, Jordyn gets hurt, and if you came in at 120, now you're down to 119," Bielema said. "We've had a couple guys get some injuries that might be out significant time - especially some non-scholarships players - and all of a sudden that's going to take an effect on your whole number. We were not at max 120, but that's where I want to get to." Bryant played in just a single game as a true freshman at Virginia Tech in 2020. Given the changes to eligibility because of the COVID-19 pandemic, the 6-foot-3, 240-pound Bryant will still have a potential five years to play four seasons with the Illini. - News Gazette Tribune

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