Four-star 2026 St. Louis LB Keenan Harris recaps Illini visit: 'I love how they use their guys'

Harris visited Illinois over the weekend along with his father

St. Louis (Mo.) Lutheran North four-star linebacker Keenan Harris visited Illinois over the weekend along with his father. Harris is one of the top linebacker prospects in the Midwest and has offers from schools across the country, including Alabama, Georgia, Ohio State, Penn State, and Texas. But the Illini have made a strong impression on him thus far.

Harris said he likes how Illinois uses its linebackers

"I love how they use their guys," Harris said. "They put their linebackers in a lot of different positions and let them make plays. That's something I'm looking for in a school. I want to be able to make plays all over the field."

Harris also likes the Illini coaching staff

"They run a first-class operation," Harris said. "The coaches are great, the facilities are great, and the campus is beautiful. I can definitely see myself playing here."

Harris is a talented linebacker with a bright future. He is a physical player who is good at reading the run and making tackles. He also has good speed and athleticism, which allows him to cover a lot of ground.

The Illini are hoping to land Harris, who would be a major addition to their defense. He is a versatile player who can make plays all over the field. He would be a valuable asset to any team.

Harris is expected to make a decision on his future sometime in the spring

Harris is expected to make a decision on his future sometime in the spring. He is still considering all of his options, but the Illini are definitely in the running.

"I'm still talking to a lot of schools," Harris said. "But Illinois is definitely one of my top choices. I love the school, the coaches, and the players. I can definitely see myself playing here."

The Illini are hoping to land Harris, who would be a major addition to their defense. He is a talented player with a bright future. He would be a valuable asset to any team.