Defensive end Erik Gayle now plans to attend Illinois after originally choosing Cincinnati
On Wednesday, the Illini got a commitment from Cincinnati-area defensive end Erik Gayle. He had originally planned to attend the University of Cincinnati. Gayle took to social media to announce his new plans.
Here's what he posted o X, formerly Twitter: "First and foremost, I want to express my utmost gratitude to God, as without his guidance and blessing, I wouldn't have achieved this position I stand in today," Gayle posted. "I also wish to acknowledge and thank the coaching coaching staff at the University of Cincinatti for their unwavering belief in me.
The 6-foot-3, 220-pound Gayle is a rising senior at Withrow High School in Cincinnati He helped lead them to a 12-2 record and the Division II regional final last season. He also had offers from Kentucky, Indiana and Louisville.
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