Top 10 Illinois HS football players in Class of 2026

2. Jonas Williams, QB, Lincoln-Way East

A four-star recruit, Williams began his high school career with the Bolingbrook Raiders, where he recorded 5,933 passing yards and 70 touchdowns in two years as the starter. He transferred to the Griffins last season and amassed 2,926 yards and 42 scores through the air along with 395 yards and seven touchdowns on the ground, leading Lincoln-Way East to the Class 8A state semifinals. Williams intends to join Braeden Jones at USC after his final high school season.

Jonas Williams making things happen for Lincoln-Way East.

Griffins still lead Maine South 14-0, 2Q. pic.twitter.com/GuiRjFm84i

— Michael O'Brien (@michaelsobrien) August 31, 2024