Four Star TE Prospect C.J. Fiedorowicz Still Planning Iowa Visit

Winning changes everything.

It might just change the mind of four-start tight end prospect C.J. Fiedorowicz, who verbally committed to Illinois back in July.

Fiedorowicz was heavily recruited by colleges like Notre Dame, Ohio State, and LSU, but the team he is considering leaving his home state for is the red-hot Iowa Hawkeyes, where he still plans on making his official visit in a couple of weeks, according to Rivals.com

The 6'7" 240 pound Johnsburg, IL native essentially stated that because of Illinois' recent struggles and Iowa's great success, he has not completely ruled out playing for the Hawkeyes in 2010 and beyond.

Fiedorowicz is such a compelling recruit, mainly because of his elite level of size, but the pass catching specialist would fill an absolutely huge void left by current tight end and probable All-Big Ten Performer Anthony Moeaki, who was a four star recruit for the Hawkeyes five years ago in his own right.

One scout touted that if Fiedorowicz could improve his run blocking skills, he would be a "sure fire" NFL player. 

This kid has room to grow with his body frame, and he could become an imposing threat at the collegiate level very soon. 

The U.S. Army All-American selection will be on display later this football season along with fellow Hawkeye recruit (and U.S. All-American) quarterback A.J. Derby, which could also help out the Hawkeyes.

If the Hawkeyes can continue their impressive winning streak, there is no doubt it will be tough for Fiedorowicz to turn down Kirk Ferentz' scholarship offer, especially because he would get to catch passes from Ricky Stanzi for an entire season.

This red zone threat would be a huge addition for the Hawkeyes, and a huge loss for the Fighting Illini'. 

Illinois is losing a lot this offseason, and Iowa really isn't.  If this top tier player is willing to leave his home state and join the Hawkeyes, he will not be sorry.