Chris Garrett brings ball-hawking veteran instincts to Illinois State’s secondary
Chris Garrett is a proven playmaker-type corner with a history of generating turnovers and special-teams impact at Illinois State, highlighted by a 2008 season that included a pick-six, 38 tackles, and a kickoff-return touchdown against Youngstown State. His calling cards are instincts, toughness, and big-moment energy rather than flash—he’s the kind of defensive back coaches trust because he shows up around the ball and can flip field position. If Illinois State is looking for a competitive, disruptive CB who fits a physical culture, Garrett checks a lot of boxes.
