Pat Bryant

ANALYSIS
Bryant connected with quarterback Luke Altmyer on a 43-yard catch-and-run to the end zone in the third quarter, giving the Fighting Illini a three-score lead at the time. The senior receiver ended the regular season on a heater, hauling in 15 passes for 402 yards and three touchdowns over the team's final three games. Overall, Bryant had a breakout season for the Illini, recording 54 receptions for 984 yards and 10 touchdowns, finishing second in the Big Ten in yards and tied for first in touchdowns through the regular season. His final opportunity to put on a show in an Illinois uniform will come in the team's upcoming bowl game, assuming he chooses not to sit out in preparation for the 2025 NFL Draft.