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Illinois Football's 2025 Projected Running Back Depth Chart: After Josh McCray
With running back Josh McCray officially departing Illinois and landing at SEC powerhouse Georgia, the Illini lost an integral piece of their running back group.
Georgia Bulldogs News / Georgia Bulldogs on SI / April 21
Georgia Bulldogs Newest Transfers To Add Much Needed Depth at Key Positions
The Georgia Bulldogs added a handful of key depth pieces to their program via the transfer portal. The Georgia Bulldogs made a handful of key portal additions over the weekend as they added a trio of players to their roster ahead of the 2025 college football season.
College Football News / NCAA Football on ClutchPoints / April 21
Georgia Bulldogs make official move on 11-TD transfer portal addition
Kirby Smart and the Georgia Bulldogs made a solid addition to the offense by landing running back Josh McCray from the transfer portal. McCray announced that he signed with the Bulldogs on Sunday, sources told ESPN’s Max Olsen.
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Josh McCray News / Illinois Fighting Illini on SI / April 20
Former Illinois Running Back Josh McCray Selects Transfer Destination
Despite a successful spring for Illinois football and coach Bret Bielema, who retained most of their roster while adding some quality talent, the program has faced some setbacks.
College Football News / Georgia Bulldogs on SI / April 20
Josh McCray Announces Commitment to Georgia Football
Illinois running back Josh McCray has announced his commitment to Georgia football. The Georgia Bulldogs just rattled off several commitments in the transfer portal and one of them was Illinois running back Josh McCray.
College Football News / Georgia Bulldogs on SI / April 19
Illinois Running Back Josh McCray Expected to Visit With Georgia Bulldogs
According to reports, Illinois running back Josh McCray is expected to be hosted by the Georgia Bulldogs during the spring transfer portal window. As the spring transfer portal window remains open, collegiate teams are beginning to host visits for potential players to join their roster ahead of the 2025 season.
Breaking Away: Illinois Running Back Josh McCray Enters Transfer Portal
In an offseason that has seen the Illinois football program coax so many key performers back to campus for a follow-up run to last season's 10-win campaign, odds were that someone would twist the narrative, But few would have bet on it being Josh McCray.
College Football News / The Spun / April 15
Big Ten Football Star Transferring After Spring Practice
The college football transfer portal is in full swing as players seek new destinations around the country. One player is heading into the portal after participating in spring practice, and he could be a significant pickup for his new destination.
College Football News / College Football Talk / January 1
No. 21 Illinois beats No. 14 South Carolina 21-17 in the Citrus Bowl for its 10th win of the season 
Josh McCray scored his second touchdown of the game to give No. 21 Illinois the lead and the Illini held on to beat No. 14 South Carolina 21-17 in the Cheez-It Citrus Bowl.
College Football News / Field Level Media / December 31
No. 20 Illinois holds off No. 15 South Carolina for rare 10th win
Josh McCray rushed for 114 yards and two touchdowns, including the go-ahead score with 7:29 left, to lead No. 20 Illinois to a 21-17 Citrus Bowl victory over No.
Illinois Fighting Illini News / Illinois Fighting Illini on SI / November 21
Play of the Week: Illinois Football's Josh McCray Stiff-Arms Into End Zone
In No. 24 Illinois’ 38-16 win over Michigan State last Saturday, there were exceptional plays galore – both on the ground and through the air. Quarterback
College Football News / Field Level Media / November 16
Josh McCray's big day powers Illinois past Michigan State
Josh McCray rushed for three touchdowns while Luke Altmyer threw for 231 yards and two scores as Illinois earned a 38-16 Big Ten victory over Michigan State on Saturday afternoon in Champaign.
Illinois Fighting Illini News / Illinois Fighting Illini on SI / November 2
Watch: Illinois RB Josh McCray Breaks Tackles on Big Scoring Run
Down 10-3 against Minnesota late in the second quarter, No. 24 Illinois had just given up a 29-yard rushing touchdown to Gophers running back Darius Taylor.
Illinois Fighting Illini News / Armchair Illini / October 13
Illinois Football RB Josh McCray Impressive amidst Adversity
Illini running back, Josh McCray, was outstanding in the nail-biting win vs Purdue. The Junior running back was a stout blocker when called upon and had 16 carries for 78 yards and two touchdowns.
Illini RB Josh McCray's Confidence Remains High Despite Injury-Filled 2023 Season
Illini running back Josh McCray often sets goals that are considered too high by his peers. To McCray, his expectations are realistic. He always aims high.
Illini RB Josh McCray Taking Pride In His Slimmer Physique
Illinois Fighting Illini running back Josh McCray is perhaps the healthiest he's ever been. The rising senior played in the first five games last season before sustaining a neck injury that sidelined him for the remainder of the season.
A Healthy Josh McCray Could Mean The Difference For Illini RBs Unit This Season
The Illinois Fighting Illini refused to make excuses for last year's rash of injuries at the running back position. Illini offensive coordinator Barry Lunney said it's just part of football.
Illini Coach Bret Bielema Excited About Josh McCray, Depth Amongst Running Backs
The Fighting Illini want to ensure their running backs are healthy this year. After an injury-plagued season, they have four quality backs returning along with a freshman looking to make an impact.
2024 Fighting Illini Position Breakdowns: Running Backs
The Fighting Illini have always had depth in the running back position. Last season, there was Reggie Love III, Josh McCray, Aidan Laughery, Kaden Feagin, and Jordan Anderson.
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