Conference: Chicagoland Christian
Head coach: CJ Cesario
2025 record: 3-6
2026 outlook:
After winning the program’s first state title in coach CJ Cesario’s debut season, the Knights were in rebuilding mode last fall.
They’re looking for a bounceback season and will lean on a strong senior class. Running back/linebacker Isaac Workman is the last remaining starter from the state champs, while receiver/defensive back Henry Jager is a returning all-conference pick.
Other seniors to watch are receiver/defensive back Harry Yonker, quarterback/defensive back Tyce Hamstra, lineman/linebacker Levi Ipema and two-way lineman Jacob Conners.