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BJ Thurman Illinois
File TE-303 · National rank 6031 · 2028 class

BJ Thurman

Illinois ·TE ·So ·2028 Draft · Berkeley, Calif.
6'4"Height 225 lbWeight
RepresentationNo agency on file
Boom-or-BustDevelopmentalHigh CeilingHigh School Producer +3
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Quick Notes
BJ Thurman is a sophomore tight end who transferred to Illinois from College of San Mateo and sits in a reserve role. A high-ceiling tight end, he profiles as a developmental piece with a long way to go.
Agent / Representation
Status Unknown
AgentNone on record
Board Standing
#303 TE / 978
#6031 Overall / 15102
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Scouting Verdict

3★ unproven sophomore TE (College of San Mateo transfer); 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
#2110
National
#161
Position
#172
State
High SchoolBerkeley
HometownBerkeley, Calif.
Transfer
College of San Mateo→Illinois
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Talent Level
Competitive / Mental
Production Profile
Versatility
Off-Field / Character
Overall Risk