File LB-134 · National rank 1022 · 2027 class
James Kreutz
6'2"Height
235 lbWeight
RepresentationNo agency on file
Quick Notes
James Kreutz is a senior linebacker who projects as a starter for Illinois. He profiles as a quality college player and fringe pro prospect.
Agent / Representation
Status
Unknown
AgentNone on record
Board Standing
#134
LB / 1592
#1022
Overall / 15102
Nearest at LB
- #132Gary Bryant III5.6
- #133Gideon Lampron5.6
- #134James Kreutz5.6
- #135Jared Lloyd5.6
- #136Jayden Wilson5.6
Scouting Verdict
Projected 2026 starter and a proven producer — 54 tk (2024). Grade benchmarked to a Big Ten draft-outcome projection; the band carries his 2027 upside.
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LB Keys
2025 · Illinois
29
Tot
Better than 63% of 880 LBs
0
Sacks
Better than 30% of 861 LBs
Recruiting
★★★
Stars
#1774
National
#186
Position
#35
State
High SchoolLoyola Academy
HometownBannockburn, Ill.
Career Production
4 college seasons
| Year | Team | GP | Tot | Sacks | TFL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | Illinois | — | 29 | 0 | — |
| 2024 | Illinois | — | 54 | 0 | — |
| 2023 | Illinois | — | 18 | 1 | — |
| 2022 | Illinois | — | 1 | 0 | — |
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