Juan DelaCruz brings veteran, all-conference linebacker production to Western Illinois
In the 2024 season, Western Illinois linebacker Juan DelaCruz was a proven tackling presence, finishing with 61 tackles, 4.5 tackles for loss and a sack while earning preseason All-Conference buzz and player-to-watch recognition[2][7][13]. He’s the kind of defender you plug in when you want downhill toughness, run-game diagnosis and a high-motor leader in the middle of the defense; he’s also been described by his coaches as fully bought in and a tone-setter for a rebuilding program[9]. If your team wants a steady, physical linebacker with conference-level credibility and experience, he’s a strong fit[5][8].
