Nate’s Big Dogs of the Week-Eden Valley-Watkins/Maple Lake: Defense
Taking a look at Nate’s Big Dogs of the Week on defense for the game between Eden Valley-Watkins and Maple Lake.
<strong><em>AJ Rasmussen, Defensive Tackle, Eden Valley-Watkins</em></strong>
The biggest player on this Eagles squad, Rasmussen had multiple key tackles for this Eagles team on Friday. This junior won’t go crazy on the stats sheet but is definitely a strong force on EVW’s defensive line and an asset in their rush defense.
<strong><em>James LaFave, Linebacker, Maple Lake</em></strong>
Although a rather undersized linebacker at 5’10 185, LaFave made some key tackles for the Irish to seal their victory over the Eagles of Eden Valley-Watkins. Great multiple tackle game for LaFave with 1 tackle for a loss.
<strong><em>John Maile, Linebacker, Eden Valley-Watkins</em></strong>
Despite being the smallest player on the field at 140 pounds, Maile plays with a chip on his shoulder at linebacker and on special teams. A multiple tackle game will get this kid more reps going forward for the Eagles. This sophomore is loaded with potential for Eden Valley-Watkins.
<strong><em>Adam Neumann, Defensive End, Maple Lake</em></strong>
Neumann is an elusive defensive end for the Irish. He was one of the top tacklers for the Irish against Eden Valley-Watkins. His tackling ability is second to none and is a clear wrap up tackler.
<strong><em>Jared Geislinger, Defensive End, Eden Valley-Watkins</em></strong>
The most tackles award for one player between both teams goes to Jared Geislinger. To my count, Geislinger tallied 7 tackles against the Irish at defensive end. If there was play nearby him, Geislinger was the guy. Geislinger is a gamer and at 6’4 can see what the offense is up to with ease
<strong><em>Sam Rivere, Defensive Line, Maple Lake (Defensive Game Ball of the Week/Play of the Week)</em></strong>
The 91-yard fumble recovery for a touchdown for Rivere was not only the play of the week but could go down as the play of the year for the Maple Lake Irish football program. This junior will remember that play for the rest of his life, congrats to Rivere for making it all the way to the end zone and then rallying to get back on kickoffs after his outstanding almost across the field run. His hustle to the end zone was huge for that Irish win.
Look out for Nate's Big Dogs of the Week next week on Twitter, as they will continue week by week!
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