Owen Jakubczak is an offensive lineman from Palatine, Illinois, who committed to Northwestern on June 9, 2025. At William Fremd High School, the 6'5", 280-pound prospect earned IHSFCA All-State honors in 2025 and was named All-Conference as a junior. Playing both offensive and defensive tackle, Jakubczak protected the pocket without allowing a sack across 383 passing plays during his junior season. He helped Fremd reach its first state semifinal in program history, competing alongside quarterback Johnny O'Brien. Jakubczak chose the Wildcats over Toledo, Ohio, Western Michigan, and San Diego State.

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