Casey Thomann
Casey Thomann is a three-star recruit from Olney, IL, out of Richland County (No. 704 in the 2026 class) who has not played in Illinois's 8 games this season.
Where Thomann comes from
- Olney, IL
- Richland County
- About 100 miles from Memorial Stadium (Champaign, IL)
- Three-star, No. 704 in the 2026 class.
Where Thomann fits
Illinois lists 20 offensive linemen this season.
The team’s line is 9th in the country in stuff rate allowed this season (a team number).
Illinois is 5-3. Next: vs Nebraska, Fri Nov 6.
Similar players
Same class and position
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Awards
A three-star recruit at offensive line for Illinois -- now graded to hold down a real starting-caliber role.
Offensive line play doesn't show up in a box score. Here's what actually tells you whether he's good.
The unit he anchors ranks 9th nationally in stuff rate allowed this season. See the full unit breakdown →
Illinois has produced 7 All-Conference offensive linemen and 1 All-American. 7 have gone on to the NFL Draft since 2016. Alex Palczewski was one of them, an All-American.
Joined Illinois in 2026
- 2026 Illinois BielemaYear 1 · Games –
- High school Richland CountyOlney, IL · Class of 2026Three-star, No. 704 in the 2026 class. Signed with Illinois.
2026
- Signed with IllinoisThree-star, out of Richland County