[edit] Guide Note:
Rashard Mendenhall played for the University of Illinois as a running back. He is forgoing his senior year to enter the 2008 NFL Draft.
[edit] Off and Running
Coming out of High School as the #One recruit in Illinois named by Scout.com. He was recruited by yhe University of Illinois and has been called the best running back to come out of Illinois in awhile. With Thick legs and his low center of Gravity makes him a force to reckon with.
[edit] Rose Bowl and 2007-08
Freshman and sophomore years were nothing compared to his junior year. The played in the 2008 Rose Bowl against USC and had 17 carries for a total of 155 yards he even had a 79 yard touchdown and caught five passes. For the season he had a rushing record of 1,681 yards and 17 touchdowns, with 34 receptions for 318 yards. Rated the # One running back to come out of Illinois in awhile. With his strength and determination this player will go far.
[edit] Fast Facts:
- Born: June 19, 1987
- Birth Place: Skokie, Illinois
- Position: Running Back
- 2005: Played in the U.S. Army All-American Bowl,a high school football all-star game.
- Nickname: Shard and Darknezz
- 2007: Big Ten Conference MVP
- 2007: Big Ten Offensive Player of the Year
- Entered in the 2008 NFL Draft
