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JJ Hirdes Illinois
File OT-411 · National rank 6174 · 2028 class

JJ Hirdes

#56· Illinois ·OT ·R-Fr ·2028 Draft · Coopersville, Mich.
6'6"Height 295 lbWeight
RepresentationNo agency on file
Boom-or-BustDevelopmentalFreshmanHigh Ceiling +3
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Quick Notes
JJ Hirdes is a redshirt freshman offensive lineman who sits in a reserve role for Illinois. A high-ceiling lineman, he profiles as a developmental piece with a long way to go.
Agent / Representation
Status Unknown
AgentNone on record
Board Standing
#411 OT / 1038
#6174 Overall / 15102
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Scouting Verdict

3★ unproven redshirt freshman OL; no college production on record yet, so the current grade is youth-appropriate — the upside is carried in the ceiling.

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Recruiting
★★★
Stars
#2030
National
#149
Position
#42
State
High SchoolCoopersville
HometownCoopersville, Mich.
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Talent Level
Competitive / Mental
Production Profile
Versatility
Off-Field / Character
Overall Risk