Top 10 Illinois defensive players for 2023 HS football season

10. Gabe Kaminski, Jr., Nazareth Academy

A two-year starter at Nazareth, Kaminski shined as an edge rusher during his sophomore season, totaling 84 tackles and 16 sacks in the 2022 campaign. The impressive year helped the Roadrunners to a state championship run as Kaminski contributed a team-high 10 tackles in the Class 5A state title game. With the target now on their back for the 2023 season, Kaminski will once again look to be an important part of the squad’s repeat hopes.