Dennis Briggs Jr. brings veteran, high-motor edge pressure to Illinois
In his 2024 season at Illinois, Dennis Briggs Jr. was a productive, experienced defensive lineman who posted 39 tackles, 4.5 tackles for loss and 3.5 sacks, showing he can disrupt plays both on the edge and inside. He stands out for his versatility, mature feel for leverage, and steady effort — the kind of interior/edge presence coaches value in a rotation. A former Florida State captain and redshirt senior, he also brings leadership and a pro-ready frame, though his production ceiling is shaped by an injury-marred college path and an age/profile that suggests he was a finished product more than a developmental one.[2][6][9][14]
