Illinois offensive line recruit wasn't always a big man on campus
Soren Fifer, a recruit for the Illinois offensive line, has undergone significant physical development since his freshman year. Initially seen as an athlete at 6 feet, 1 inch and 195 pounds, he has grown to 6 feet, 6 inches and nearly 300 pounds. Fifer committed to Illinois ahead of other Big Ten offers, indicating a strong preference for the program.
- ▪Soren Fifer was initially not viewed as a future Big Ten offensive lineman by his coach.
- ▪He experienced a growth spurt, reaching 6-4 and 240 pounds by the spring of his freshman year.
- ▪Fifer made a verbal commitment to Illinois on May 14, 2026, choosing them over schools like Iowa and Oregon.
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| Publication time | Sat, 30 May 2026 14:47:00 +0000 |
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