Michael O'Connell
Michael O'Connell is a three-star recruit from Glen Ellyn, IL, out of Glenbard West (No. 1,049 in the 2025 class) who has not played in Northwestern's 8 games this season.
Where O'Connell comes from
- Glen Ellyn, IL
- Glenbard West
- Within 25 miles of Lanny and Sharon Martin Stadium
- Three-star, No. 1,049 in the 2025 class.
- On the Northwestern roster since 2025
Where O'Connell fits
Northwestern lists 26 offensive linemen this season.
Northwestern offensive linemen with a game this season
The team’s line is 10th in the country in passing-downs success rate this season (a team number).
Northwestern is 6-2. Next: vs Iowa, Sat Nov 7.
Similar players
Same class and position
From Glenbard West
Also from Glen Ellyn, IL
Where to follow
Awards
A three-star recruit at offensive line for Northwestern -- now graded to hold down a real starting-caliber role.
Offensive line play doesn't show up in a box score. Here's what actually tells you whether he's good.
The unit he anchors ranks 10th nationally in passing-downs success rate this season. See the full unit breakdown →
Northwestern has produced 4 All-Conference offensive linemen and 1 All-American. 4 have gone on to the NFL Draft since 2021. Peter Skoronski was one of them, an All-American.
Two seasons at Northwestern
- 2026 Northwestern BraunYear 2 · Games –
- 2025 Northwestern BraunYear 1 · Games –
- High school Glenbard WestGlen Ellyn, IL · Class of 2025Three-star, No. 1,049 in the 2025 class. Signed with Northwestern.Also from Glenbard West: Chris Terek (Notre Dame), Mason Ellens (Miami (OH)), Joey Pope (Western Michigan) and 1 more.
2025
- Signed with NorthwesternThree-star, out of Glenbard West