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Ismael Kante Illinois
File LB-678 · National rank 6639 · 2027 class

Ismael Kante

#26· Illinois ·LB ·Sr ·2027 Draft · Brooklyn Park, Minn.
6'2"Height 235 lbWeight
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Quick Notes
Ismael Kante is a senior linebacker who transferred to Illinois from Iowa Central CC and figures into the two-deep. He profiles as a raw, long-term project.
Agent / Representation
Status Unknown
AgentNone on record
Board Standing
#678 LB / 1475
#6639 Overall / 15102
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Scouting Verdict

Rotation LB (Iowa Central CC transfer) with some college production (8 tk (2025)); a depth contributor with room to grow.

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LB Keys 2025 · Illinois
8
Tot
Better than 37% of 828 LBs
0
Sacks
Better than 30% of 810 LBs
Recruiting
High SchoolPark Center
HometownBrooklyn Park, Minn.
Transfer
Iowa Central CC→Illinois
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Talent Level
Competitive / Mental
Production Profile
Versatility
Off-Field / Character
Overall Risk