Illini in the NFL: Week 2 Updates

Strategic Insights -

Notable performances from former University of Illinois football players in Week 2 of the 2025 NFL season highlighted by strong showings from Isaiah Adams, Tony Adams, and Kerby Joseph. The week saw a mix of wins and losses, with several Illini notches on the board. Among them, several players made significant contributions to their respective teams.

Key Takeaways:

  • Isaiah Adams (Arizona Cardinals) started at right guard and participated in all 55 offensive snaps in the Cardinals' 27-22 win over the Carolina Panthers.
  • Tony Adams (New York Jets) started at safety and participated in 27 defensive snaps, recording five tackles in the Jets' 30-10 loss against the Buffalo Bills.
  • Kerby Joseph (Detroit Lions) started at safety and participated in all 48 defensive snaps, recording three tackles in the Lions' 52-21 win against the Chicago Bears.
  • Chase Brown (Cincinnati Bengals) started at running back and participated in 49 offensive snaps, recording 47 rushing yards on 16 carries in the Bengals' 17-16 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars.
  • Sydney Brown (Philadelphia Eagles) started at safety and participated in 14 defensive and 19 special teams snaps, recording a tackle in the Eagles' 20-17 win against the Kansas City Chiefs.
  • Pat Bryant (Denver Broncos) participated in 14 offensive snaps, recording two receptions for 18 yards, the first catches of his NFL career, in the Broncos' 29-28 loss at the Indianapolis Colts.
  • Nick Allegretti (Washington Commanders) started at right guard and participated in all 69 offensive snaps in the Commanders' 27-18 loss at the Green Bay Packers.
  • Ted Karras (Cincinnati Bengals) started at center and participated in all 69 offensive snaps in the Bengals' 17-16 win over the Jacksonville Jaguars.

Statistics:

  • Isaiah Adams participated in 55 offensive snaps and five special teams snaps in Week 2.
  • Tony Adams recorded five tackles in Week 2.
  • Kerby Joseph participated in all 48 defensive snaps and two special teams snaps, recording three tackles in Week 2.
  • Chase Brown recorded 47 rushing yards on 16 carries in Week 2.
  • Sydney Brown participated in 14 defensive and 19 special teams snaps, recording a tackle in Week 2.

Sources:

  • NFL Game Details - Week 2, 2025 NFL Season
  • Arizona Cardinals at Carolina Panthers - Week 2, 2025 NFL Season
  • New York Jets at Buffalo Bills - Week 2, 2025 NFL Season
  • Cincinnati Bengals at Jacksonville Jaguars - Week 2, 2025 NFL Season
  • Detroit Lions at Chicago Bears - Week 2, 2025 NFL Season