Illinois OL Jim LaBonte: Big frame, close to breaking into the mix
Jim LaBonte is a 6-foot-7, 305-pound offensive lineman for Illinois whose biggest differentiator is his size and development upside; Illinois coaches noted in 2005 that he was “close and getting closer,” and by spring 2006 he was still being mentioned among linemen competing to play in the mix.[1][2][7] He profiles as a depth-and-upside fit rather than a proven starter, with the main appeal being a long, powerful body type that can be molded if a staff wants size, patience, and developmental potential up front.[1][7]
