
Veteran Redbirds O-Lineman Holding Down the Interior
Brayden Jellison enters the 2026 season as a 6-foot-4, 310-pound senior offensive lineman for Illinois State, and his value is built on experience, size, and stability in the trenches. Illinois State’s roster lists him on the 2026 team, and FCS preview coverage notes he is one of four returning linemen with starting experience, including multiple players with heavy 2025 snap totals[1][2]. That makes him a useful fit for teams wanting a battle-tested blocker who can help anchor an offensive front rather than a flashy stat-sheet guy.




