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Centerville O-lineman verbally commits to Illinois

By Ron Jackson

Staff Writer

Tuesday, July 29, 2008

CENTERVILLE — Jake Feldmeyer, one of the road graders in Centerville High School's vaunted running attack, has verbally committed to the University of Illinois.

The 6-foot-4, 270-pound offensive lineman also seriously considered Miami, Ball State, Connecticut and Eastern Michigan.

"Ever since I was a little kid, I've been amazed by Big Ten football and the packed stadiums of 70,000 fans," Feldmeyer said. "Illinois is definitely a program on the rise."

Feldmeyer epitomizes a cerebral offensive lineman with a 3.83 GPA.

"Colleges are clamoring for offensive linemen like Jake," said Elks coach Ron Ullery. "He's a lean 270, but can put on 20 or 30 pounds easily and still be athletic. He is physical, has a great work ethic, great leg drive and feet and finishes his blocks. He plays guard and tackle effectively for us."

Contact this reporter at (937) 225-2478 or rjackson@DaytonDailyNews.com.

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