Ethan Hampton brings Illinois a steady, experienced backup with a live arm
In the 2025 season, Ethan Hampton appeared in 4 games for Illinois and completed 3 of 4 passes for 27 yards and 1 interception, a tiny sample but one that underscores his depth-role value[14]. The bigger picture is his 2024 Northern Illinois tape: he started 10 games, threw for 1,600 yards and 12 touchdowns, and showed enough poise to help author one of NIU’s biggest upsets ever[2]. He’s a 6-foot-3, 230-pound quarterback with experience, toughness, and a reputation for being mentally locked in[2][9]. He fits a team that wants a competent, calm backup who can operate the offense without the lights getting too bright.
