No. 1 Ranked Ohio Recruit Makes Surprising Commitment To B1G Program

Victor Singleton, a top cornerback in 2026 class and top 25 recruit in the class, announced his commitment to Illinois of Saturday:

🚨BREAKING🚨 Elite 2026 CB Victor Singleton has committed to Illinois, per @Hayesfawcett3‼️

Singleton ranks No. 36 NATL. (No. 4 CB) in the 2026 On300.

Read: https://t.co/grlbllStd5 pic.twitter.com/vYFlTEGPeI

— On3 Recruits (@On3Recruits) February 1, 2025

As noted above, Singleton announced for the Illini over Michigan and Texas A&M.

Obviously a long way away until signing of next year’s class but this is a big win over Bret Bielema and the Illini.