Jake Anderson brings proven FCS production and run-stopping size to the Illinois State defensive line
Jake Anderson is a 6-foot-5, 315-pound interior defender whose appeal is built on steady production and disruptive power: in the 2025 season, he logged 52 tackles, 7.5 tackles for loss, 3 sacks, a forced fumble and a fumble recovery, earning Honorable Mention All-Missouri Valley Conference honors after a second-team All-Conference nod in 2024.[3][4] Over 42 career games, he totaled 145 tackles and 19 tackles for loss, suggesting a durable, high-motor lineman who can anchor against the run and create some backfield pressure. He is also a one-year eligibility player, which adds immediate value for a team needing experienced defensive line help.[3][4]
