Illinois just scored a major boost for its secondary—East Texas A&M’s Lavon Williams is joining the Illini for the 2026 season! Williams brings serious playmaking skills: 129 tackles, 9 TFLs, 4 sacks, and 13 pass breakups over the last two years. With most of last year’s starters possibly heading to the NFL, Williams could be the immediate answer at free safety or nickel. His versatility and physical style should shake up the depth chart. How do you see Williams fitting in, and what does this mean for the Illini’s defense next season? #Sports #Football #Illini