Illinois receiver Zakhari Franklin played under offensive coordinator Barry Lunney when they were together at University of Texas-San Antonio
Still, it shouldn't cause too much of a problem. Franklin is already somewhat familiar with the Illini offense. He should because he played for offensive coordinator Barry Lunney when they were together at the University of Texas-San Antonio."I don't think it's going to be as big of a challenge," Lunney said. "I would say probably 50-75 percent he's going to have some familiarity with even though we've changed a lot of things up. He can translate.
He was one of the best receivers in Conference USA, compiling back-to-back 1,000-yard seasons in 2021 and 2022. Franklin has one year of eligibility left.
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