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Illini Football Leads the Nation in Graduates

When Tony Adams began his college football career, he envisioned himself playing three years at Illinois before heading to the pros, unsure if he'd complete his undergraduate degree. But after battling some injuries, Adams was able to complete that first undergrad degree. And now, he's going for a second bachelor's degree at a Top 15 public institution, an achievement Adams never would've envisioned as a freshman.