CHAMPAIGN, Ill. – Four university of Illinois football players – JC Davis, Hank Beatty, Josh gesky, and Luke Altmyer – have been recognized with All-Big Ten honors, the conference announced today. The accolades highlight a strong offensive showing for the Fighting Illini this season.
This marks a meaningful achievement for the Illinois program, demonstrating the growth and talent within the team. The selections reflect individual performances that contributed to the Illini’s overall success and position the program for continued competitiveness within the Big Ten Conference.
Offensive lineman JC Davis earned his second Big Ten nod and first to the first team. Fellow lineman Josh Gesky achieved honorable mention status for the third consecutive year. Wide receiver Hank Beatty was tabbed as a third-team selection after also receiving honorable mention recognition for his work as a punt returner this season. Beatty finished the year ranking third in the Big Ten with 64 receptions for 826 yards and three touchdowns.
Quarterback Luke Altmyer was selected as an honorable mention pick, the second such honor of his career. He ranked among the Big Ten’s leaders in several key passing categories, including passing touchdowns (5th, 21), passing yards (6th, 2,811), completion percentage (6th, 68.1%), and passing efficiency (7th, 157.1).
In addition to the on-field honors, Miles Scott was awarded the Big Ten Sportsmanship Award, recognizing his exemplary conduct, ethical behavior, and citizenship.
