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Illinois Football Career Interceptions Leaders
Al Brosky holds Illinois's career interceptions record with 30 interceptions (1950–1952). Mike Gow (19) and Craig Swoope (13) round out the top three. 0 of the top 10 played since 2000; the most recent is Eugene Wilson (1999–2002), No. 5 on the list.
Illinois Fighting IlliniUpdated Oct 6, 2026
| Rank | Player | Years | Interceptions |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Al Brosky | 1950–1952 | 30 |
| 2 | Mike Gow | 1972–1974 | 19 |
| 3 | Craig Swoope | 1982–1985 | 13 |
| 3 | Mike Heaven | 1981–1984 | 13 |
| 5 | Eugene Wilson | 1999–2002 | 11 |
| 5 | Henry Jones | 1987–1990 | 11 |
| 5 | Red Grange | 1923–1925 | 11 |
| 8 | Trevor Starghill | 1994–1997 | 10 |
| 8 | Ron Bess | 1965–1967 | 10 |
| 8 | Phil Knell | 1964–1968 | 10 |
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Sources & notes
- CFB Clipboard — Career leaderboards researched and compiled by CFB Clipboard.
- Career totals cover a player’s games at Illinois only.
Last updated Oct 6, 2026.