Productive 2027 Indiana Defensive Recruits You Should Know

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We're heading to the defensive side of the ball today to highlight some incoming juniors who had productive year 2s that shouldn't be understated.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1676385"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-682b5de67e1e1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Sanders is a unique prospect with a frame that screams X receiver, but the production that stands out is on defense. He's long and built like a wideout, but he made his biggest impact on the other side of the ball with 98 tackles, 1 interception, 2 passes deflected, and 4 forced fumbles. He plays physical, wraps up well, and has a knack for getting the ball out. That mix of length, athleticism, and toughness gives him value across the board, and it'll be interesting to see how he's used moving forward.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1676387"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-682b5de67e278"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Glasson has been tucked away at a smaller school, but the growth from year one to year two has been hard to ignore. A two-year starter, he more than doubled his production this past season, finishing with 87 tackles, an interception, and a forced fumble. He's active, plays with effort, and consistently finds his way to the ball. He's shown steady improvement; if that trend continues, he won't stay under the radar much longer.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1676390"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-682b5de67e2de"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Hiatt is a high-level athlete who's already making noise as a multi-sport varsity guy. On the football field, he lines up on both sides of the ball, but his impact at linebacker stands out the most. He finished with 94 tackles, 4 TFLs, a pass deflection, and a forced fumble, flying around and constantly staying around the action. He plays fast, reacts well, and doesn't shy away from contact. With his athleticism and feel for the game, it's easy to see why he's been so productive early on.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1601930"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-682b5de67e33d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Goyer is big, he's mean, and he brings it every snap. He's got the kind of frame you look for in a true tight end, and while he saw some reps on that side of the ball, his presence on defense was impossible to miss. He racked up 76 tackles and even came away with an interception working from the interior, showing just how active and disruptive he can be. His motor runs hot, and he doesn't take plays off. Between his size, toughness, and the way he moves for a guy his build, Goyer brings a lot to the table on both sides.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["923724"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-682b5de67e39b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">McConnell found his stride this season and broke out in a big way. He got better as the year went on, and by the end of the season, he was making plays all over the field. He finished with 75 tackles, 4 interceptions, 4 forced fumbles, and added 3 sacks, showing he can affect the game in multiple ways. Whether it was tracking the ball, forcing turnovers, or getting after the quarterback, he consistently found ways to make an impact. It was a strong year of growth, and he's trending up at the right time.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->