2025 Prospects Making Names for Themsleves

The 2022 season saw a number of freshman arrive on the scene in a big way. Today, we are going to break down some of the very best that the Class of 2025 has to offer, before they garner more attention as sophomores this fall. [player_tooltip player_id="334064" first="Mark" last="Zackery IV"], 6’0, 160 pounds, Defensive Back, Ben Davis After a highly productive first season, [player_tooltip player_id="334064" first="Mark" last="Zackery IV"] has firmly establish himself as a key player on the Ben Davis defense. Last season, Zackery appeared in 10 games for the Giants’ varsity squad. In doing so, he recorded 21 solo tackles. He showed that he has solid ball skills by recording a pair of interceptions and a trio of pass defenses. Additionally, Zackery can provide versatility in the defensive backfield. He can line up at cornerback, free safety or strong safety. [player_tooltip player_id="272857" first="Noah" last="Knigga"], 6’2, 185 pounds, Linebacker, Lawrenceburg [player_tooltip player_id="272857" first="Noah" last="Knigga"] is a fierce outside linebacker for Lawrenceburg. Knigga makes plays all over the field. Patriculalry impressive is his ability to create penetration. He can get in the backfield and completely blow up the play. He has the ability to fight off blocks to get to the ball. Knigga does a good job of setting the edge, something that is crucial for an outside linebacker when defending against the run. On plays to the outside- whether run or pass- Knigga is great at making tackles in space. He can bring down a back or receiver one-on-one, preventing them from getting away for a big gain. Knigga is solid in coverage, as well. He can handle a lot of different assignments and shadow the receiver wherever the route takes them. [player_tooltip player_id="196638" first="Nevan" last="Tutterow"], 6’2, 175 pounds, Quarterback, Franklin Central [player_tooltip player_id="196638" first="Nevan" last="Tutterow"] showed a ton of promise in his freshman campaign at Franklin Central. Now, he will look to take the offense to new heights as a sophomore. The right-handed quarterback showed plenty of poise in 2021, all the while, making big plays. Tutterow displays good pocket presence and the ability to stand in the pocket under pressure and make the throw- sometimes while getting hit. When he does have to be mobile, Tutterow still finds ways to execute. He makes solid throws on the move- ones that are both accurate and on-time. [player_tooltip player_id="196638" first="Nevan" last="Tutterow"] has a very high ceiling, making him a prospect to watch in the seasons ahead. [player_tooltip player_id="205876" first="Ifeoluwa" last="Adeoba"], 6’0, 210 pounds, Defensive Lineman, Pike [player_tooltip player_id="205876" first="Ifeoluwa" last="Adeoba"] plays with reckless abandon. Adeoba can line up with his hand in the ground as a defensive end, or standing up as an outside linebacker. Adeoba is a premier run-stopper. He gets off the ball and attacks the line-of-scrimmage. He can get penetration and either make the ball-carrier change directions last minute, or he can put make the stop. Adeoba has a great power, an asset that aids him tremendously when he is taking on offensive linemen. [player_tooltip player_id="205876" first="Ifeoluwa" last="Adeoba"] is a player who I can see having a breakout sophomore season. [player_tooltip player_id="306939" first="Benjamin" last="Brasher"], 6’3, 290 pounds, Offensive Lineman, Evansville North In his first season of high school football, Evansville North’s [player_tooltip player_id="306939" first="Benjamin" last="Brasher"] displayed what a force in the trenches he can be. Brasher is a formidable left guard. He has great size and is the ideal lead blocker. Brasher has the power to drive defensive linemen off the ball and open up massive running lanes. He can also line up on the defensive line, as well. Brasher is a solid defensive tackle, who can eat up space and make life difficult in the middle. [player_tooltip player_id="306939" first="Benjamin" last="Brasher"] can be a tone-setter in the years ahead. [player_tooltip player_id="321369" first="Mahlon" last="Bressert"], 5’8, 225 pounds, Offensive Lineman, South Dearborn [player_tooltip player_id="321369" first="Mahlon" last="Bressert"] helps lead the offensive line at center. Bressert has the quickness necessary to be a quality center. After the exchange, he gets out of his stance and takes on the defensive tackle. Bressert shows good technique with his blocks, keeping a good low base which makes him very difficult to move. [player_tooltip player_id="321369" first="Mahlon" last="Bressert"] has the potential to be the anchor of the offensive line throughout his career. Look for him to give defensive linemen fits next season. [player_tooltip player_id="147046" first="Stratton" last="Fuller"], 5’11, 160 pounds, Wide Receiver, Columbia City During the 2021 season, Columbia City received significant contributions on both sides of the ball from [player_tooltip player_id="147046" first="Stratton" last="Fuller"]. As a sophomore, he will be looking for a breakout season. Stratton can play both corner and wide receiver. As a wide-out, Fuller is a solid route-runner. He knows exactly what he has to do win his matchup and to get himself into a good position for the quarterback. Fuller is very effective in the redzone in spite of the limited amount of space to run his routes on that part of the field. On the defensive side, Fuller can shut plays down from his cornerback spot. Fuller shows good recognition of plays and the vital ability to attack and make the stop. Even with everything that he can do on offense and defense, Fuller’s impact is not limited to just two phases of the game. Fuller is a solid kickoff returner. Last season, he compiled 397 kickoff return yards.