Patrick Embleton
Patrick Embleton’s football personnel career developed through Illinois’ recruiting operation. He became general manager in 2024 after serving as executive director of personnel and recruiting.
Embleton joined Illinois as a player personnel and operations graduate assistant in 2013, then directed recruiting from 2015 through 2020. His work has included prospect evaluation, visits and coordination with admissions and compliance. He previously coached receivers at Ohio Wesleyan.
Career
2024
General Manager
Moved into the general manager position.
2021–2023
Executive Director of Personnel and Recruiting
Led personnel and recruiting work.
2015–2020
Director of Recruiting
Directed recruiting.
2013–2014
Player Personnel and Operations Graduate Assistant
Supported personnel and operations.
Wide Receivers Coach
Coached receivers and assisted academic coordination.