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Will miss 2024 season Rusk will miss the 2024 campaign after suffering a season-ending knee injury this offseason, he announced on his personal X account.

Impact Rusk transferred to Illinois from Murray State, where he put together a highly productive year in 2023. The tight end reeled in 39 catches for 507 yards and six touchdowns, and was slated to be one of, if not the top tight end for the Illini this fall. Now, some combination of Tanner Arkin, Henry Boyer and Carson Goda look like the face of Illinois' tight end room this coming season.

AUGUST 8 • ROTOWIRE

Commits to Illinois Rusk announced Friday that he is transferring to Illinois, Jeremy Werner of 247Sports.com reports.

Impact Rusk proved to be a strong pass-catcher at the tight end position in 2023, recording 39 receptions for 507 yards and six touchdowns for Murray State. Rusk will likely compete for a starting job at Illinois in 2024.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Enters transfer portal Rusk has announced his decision to enter the NCAA transfer portal, Mike Farrell of MikeFarrellSports.com reports.

Impact Rusk will depart from Murray State after spending one season with the Racers. The 6-foot-6 sophomore tallied 39 receptions for 507 yards and six touchdowns across 11 outings in 2023.

DECEMBER 26, 2023 • ROTOWIRE