Thomas brings a wealth of experience in college football and the NFL to the Illini.
Stojakovic has missed the past two games for the Illini after suffering a high-ankle sprain vs Michigan State.
Illinois has lost two in a row and may be short handed vs the Indiana Hoosiers.
Despite losing two straight games, many are still high on the potential of the Illini.
Gibbs-Lawhorn is posting career highs in all statistical categories during his first year with UNLV.
Why new Illini defensive coordinator Bobby Hauck believes Illini fans will love this "exciting" and "aggressive" defense.
Who is Bobby Hauck bringing on board in Champaign from his previous 15-seasons at Montana
Hauck brings over 10 years of head coaching experience at the FCS level
Illinois gets ready to take on a hungry Wisconsin Badgers team at the State Farm Center
Boswell has missed the past six games for the Illini who are 5-1 in that time frame.