a steady, developmental NIU offensive lineman with real frame and growth traits
Josh Mailloux has been a long-term Northern Illinois offensive line project, listed at 6-5 and built up from 266 pounds as a freshman to 285 pounds by 2017, which points to a lineman who added size and stayed in the program’s developmental pipeline. NIU’s staff also recognized him as an offensive scout player, a good sign for work habits and preparation even without game stats. His appeal is classic line play: length, added mass, and buy-in. He fits a team that values toughness, patience, and developmental upside more than instant splash.
