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Illinois State receiver Daniel Sobkowicz turns down payday to remain a Redbird

Pantagraph | January 2, 2026

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NORMAL — When Illinois State wide receiver Daniel Sobkowicz was tempted with a substantial Name, Image and Likeness financial package from an FBS program after the 2024 season, he was more concerned with what he would be giving up than what he was getting.

Daniel Sobkowicz hauls in a pass during Illinois State's 42-31 win over Cal-Davis on Saturday.
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