Illinois Football UDFA Receiving High Media Praise

Illinois Football UDFA Receiving High Media Praise

The Chicago Bears recently called upon Illinois football defensive tackle Keith Randolph Jr. as an undrafted free agent. A former member of the iconic “Law Firm” duo has begun his dream career in the NFL. Of course, along with partner in crime Johnny Newton. Who, will be making his way to the Washington Commanders. A native of Belleville Illinois, Keith certainly is a home-state hero. He played out his stellar college career for the Illini, before getting the big call to head up north to Chicago. Furthermore, extending his football career within the land of Lincoln,.

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The highly productive defensive tackle stands in at 6’5 and 300 lbs. Randolph’s large, athletic frame assisted him in snagging 72 solo tackles, and 10 sacks over his 5-year career at Illinois (2019-2023). Certainly, in the Big Ten, that’s no joke. Keith was a draftable player for sure, and a sleeper for any team that gave him a shot. That team just so happened to be his Chicago Bears.

Members of the Chicago Bears media have expressed their similar opinions on Keith. Bears Now host Harrison Graham of the Chat Sports Network sang high praises for the new Bears UDFA. During his post-draft player grades, Graham gave Keith an A+ for the pickup. Harrison believes that Keith has the potential, and the ability to find his way onto the Bears 53 Man roster. As well as, possibly making his way into the Bears defensive tackle rotation.

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“I had him as a draftable player, going six or seventh round. He fell through the cracks, and the Bears smartly signed him.” Says Graham. “It makes sense, for a couple of reasons. (1) They are pretty thin at defensive tackle. (2) Local. They had a front row seat to him at Illinois. (3) I actually think he has a shot to make this team.” States the Bears Now host. “ When you think about the defensive tackle position, you have three locks to make the roster. Andrew Billings, Gervon Dexter, and Zach Pickens. I think there’s a chance that Randolph could be that forth guy on the 53.”

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