Illinois’ former power-speed back with Big Ten-blocker upside
Cory Flisakowski was a 2001 Illinois recruit listed at 6-2, 215, and coaches projected him from high-school halfback to fullback because of his speed, receiving ability, and size to become a Big Ten-level blocker. His prep resume was strong—over 4,000 career rushing yards, first-team all-state as a senior, and a standout track background—which points to a rugged, explosive athlete rather than a pure stat-sheet machine. For a team valuing versatility, physicality, and special-teams edge, that profile is appealing; for a modern RB room, the fit would hinge on how much cross-training and blocking work you want.
