As a Freshman (2025)
• Saw action in two contests for the Commodores

High School
• Unanimous three-star prospect by 247Sports, On3, Rivals and ESPN
• Rated among the top 50 players in Illinois by 247Sports, On3 and Rivals
• Slotted the No. 111 edge player in the class by 247Sports
• Named Illinois Class 8A All-State as a senior
• Helped Naperville Central to 8A state semifinals in 2024, its first semifinal appearance since 2017
• Played for head coach Mike Ulreich

The Stanish File
• Full Name: Jake Stanish
• Hometown: Chicago, Ill.
• Birthday: July 12, 2007
• High School: Naperville Central High School
• Parents: Tanya Stanish
• Sibling: Courtney Stanish
• Chose Vanderbilt over Cincinnati, Boston College, and Old Dominion, among others