The Midwest’s Top 25 2028 Prospects

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The best of the best from Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Michigan, Minnesota, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Wisconsin. Even though it seems like just yesterday the 2028 class was strapping up the pads for their first high school football practices, the rising sophomores now have enough information and data available where we can really start digging into the evaluations, and take our shots on some rankings for that matter. With the 2025 season closing in quick on the horizon, <em>PrepRedzone</em> is excited to announce our exclusive All-Midwest Team, ranking, proclaiming, and highlighting the Top 32 Midwest prospects. For the sake of argument, I'm going to say that Ohio and Missouri do not qualify as "Midwest" enough to make the list, so bask in the glow of your Heartland superiority while gulping in the Midwest's Top 32 2028 Prospects. Only on <em>PrepRedzone</em>! </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>--<br></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">#1 <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1669991' first='Deandre' last='Bidden']</strong> (<em>Harper Woods</em>, MI) WR. 6'1, 180 lbs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Notes: Playing in Michigan's Division 4 (of 8) with talent-factory <em>Harper Woods High School</em>, <strong>Bidden</strong> is another installment of world class athleticism pieced together in a Michigan high school football prospect. Varsity starter who totaled 32 catches for 700 yards and 11 TDs in 2024. <em>On3</em> 2028 WL, <em>247Sports</em> Top 100 - 13 overall, #1 Midwest, 90 rating. Rivals #12 nationally, #2 Midwest. Offers from Ohio State, Illinois, Temple, Penn State, Kansas, Boston College, Wisconsin, Oregon, Mizzou, Colorado, Western Michigan, Tennessee, Southern Mississippi, Vanderbilt, UMass, Louisville, Kentucky, Southern Cal, Miami (FL), Miami (OH), Purdue, Alabama, Mississippi State, Toledo, Indiana, Auburn, Michigan, Michigan State</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Best Traits:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>elite route running ability, notably presenting sharp and sudden cuts, nuanced hip and head movement </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>elite acceleration </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>eye-catching twitch and start/stop ability, with the top-end speed to win vertically and the ability to go 0-60 to burn pursuers after the catch in space</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>strong hands and a big catch radius that can reel in tough receptions in traffic and high and away from his body </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>tough, fearless into and through contact</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>strong, elusive, and balanced after the catch, with a toolbox of weapons that can force broken tackles and broken ankles after the catch</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>looks, plays, and physically dominates like a rising or current senior, as opposed to a first-time varsity starter and 14/15 year old. Athleticism is on a plain and visible tier above the competition despite the gap in age and experience. Natural movement ability and athleticism help him thrive in a variety of settings as a wide receiver </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/DeandreBidden4/status/1864691558580162794","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/DeandreBidden4/status/1864691558580162794 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">#2 <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1682021' first='Caleb' last='Tucker']</strong> (<em>Mount Carmel</em>, IL) DT. 6'5, 365. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Notes: Varsity starter on the interior for the 2024 Illinois Class 7A state champion <em>Mount Carmel Caravan</em>. <em>On3</em> 2028 WL, <em>247Sports</em> Top 100 - 86 overall, #8 Midwest, 90 rating. <em>Rivals</em> #31 overall, #5 Midwest. Offers from Maryland, Washington, Ole Miss, Miami (FL), Arizona State, Ohio State, Indiana, Notre Dame, Oregon, Vanderbilt, Mizzou, Auburn, Minnesota, Southern Cal, Louisville, Syracuse, Purdue, Washington, Iowa, Michigan, Nebraska, Illinois</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Best Traits: </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>overwhelming size at a premier position on the gridiron and recruiting trail</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>true NG, can easily shock and shed seasoned upperclassmen iOL competition along the interior </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>can easily win 1v1 blocks and disrupt an opponents' run game thanks to the hand usage, get-off, and power </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>start/stop and change of direction ability is frankly ridiculous for his size/age combo </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>bend and get-off flash on tape, as well as range and motor for a young defensive</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>absolute weapon in run defense, shows the mobility, first step, and burst to make an impact as a pass rusher </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>515x6 back squat in March </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">#3 <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='975570' first='Darieon' last='Prescott']</strong> (<em>Bolingbrook</em>, IL) DE. 6'5, 220. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Notes: Varsity starter for IHSA Class 8A (out of 8) <em>Bolingbrook High School </em>at a premier position on the gridiron and recruiting with elite size, length, and athleticism for his age. Totaled 66 tackles, 9 TFLs, 5 sacks, 27 pressures, two forced fumbles, one INT, and 7 PBUs, as well as two blocked kicks as a freshman. <em>On3</em> 2028 WL, <em>247Sports</em> Top 100 - 36 overall, #4 Midwest, 90 rating. Rivals #18 overall nationally, #3 Midwest. <em>MaxPreps</em> All-American. Offers from Florida State, Notre Dame, Miami (OH), Purude, Western Michigan, Minnesota, Tennessee, Iowa, Wisconsin, Michigan State, Vanderbilt, Indiana, Illinois</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Best Traits:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>high-class motor and impressively rangy for a young defensive linemen of his size </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>combination of athleticism, change of direction ability, and natural football awareness make him an asset on zone/read and edge defense, especially for a young freshman and first-year starter </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>noticeable body control</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>God-given length that allows <strong>Prescott</strong> to simply make plays that the majority of high school DEs can't make. Valuable and natural asset on special teams on PAT and FG block </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>rare bend and explosiveness create a sudden and effective get-off that can win at the first and generates more speed than your average OL can handle</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/Cfkprescott/status/1940152385386815766","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/Cfkprescott/status/1940152385386815766 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">#4 <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1111167' first='Donald' last='Tabron II']</strong> (<em>Cass Tech</em>, MI) QB. 6'4, 190 lbs. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Notes: Varsity starter and Michigan Division 1 Big School state champion quarterback as a freshman with perennial national powerhouse <em>Cass Tech </em>in the talent-rich Detroit Public School League. Completed 101 of 155 passes (65.2%) for 1,656 yards with 17 TD and 7 INT. Added 77 yards on the ground, and went 15-20 for 176 yards and 3 TDs in the D1 state title against <em>Hudsonville</em>. <em>On3</em> 2028 WL, <em>247Sports</em> Top 100 - 50 overall, #5 Midwest, 90 rating. Rivals #29 overall nationally, #4 Midwest. <em>MaxPreps</em> All-American. Offers from Auburn, Pitt, Kentucky, Michigan State, Michigan, Wisconsin, Maryland, Louisville, Western Kentucky, Toledo, Central Michigan, Northwood University, Purdue, Oregon, Miami (FL), Indiana, Penn State, Illinois, Southern Mississippi, Miami (OH), Kent State, Bowling Green State</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Best Traits: </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>ability to step in and start, much less go on to win a state championship, as a first-year starter and freshman with a national heavyweight should not go understated. Poised, confident, and comfortable under pressure, <strong>Tabron II</strong> already has shown he is mentally tough and cool under pressure, with state championship and big-moment pedigree </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>smart, secure with the football. Uses his legs in well-timed positions and can utilize his length and awareness to pick up first downs and move the chains when his WRs are covered up </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>can throw with zip and velocity when needed, impressive touch, especially on his throws to the second and third level of the gridiron</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>clean footwork that is in-synch and in-tune with shoulders and upper body </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>consistent timing and mechanics, compact, tight, quick release</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>prototypical size and build for a collegiate pocket passer, with noticeable room to fill in on his frame </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/donaldtabronII/status/1951444128069230849","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/donaldtabronII/status/1951444128069230849 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">#5 <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1052814' first='Kameron' last='McGee']</strong> (<em>Brother Rice</em>, IL) EDGE/WR. 6'3, 230 lbs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Notes: Non-varsity playmaker out of traditional Chicago Catholic League powerhouse and Class 7A contender<em> Brother Rice High School</em> in Chicago who still hasn't taken a rep of varsity football. <em>On3</em> 2028 WL, <em>247Sports</em> Top 100 - 15 overall, #2 Midwest, 90 rating. Rivals #10 nationally. Offers from Ohio State, Notre Dame, Miami (FL), Washington, Ole Miss, LSU, Arkansas, Iowa State, Texas, Kansas, Oregon, Arizona State, Nebraska, Indiana, Mizzou, North Carolina, Vanderbilt, Southern Cal, Wisconsin, Michigan State, Minnesota, Miami (OH), Purdue, Illinois, Iowa</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Best Traits: </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>verified 6'11 wingspan </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>tremendous upside as a pass-rusher coming out of a Chicago Catholic League powerhouse and talent factory</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>catch radius, 50/50 ball ability, and overall ball skills present a mismatch nightmare out on the perimeter as a wideout </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>especially impressive ability to drop his hips and create separation at the top of the route as a WR </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>walking highlight-reel after the catch against non-varsity competition. Combination of speed, twitch, and contact balance were hard to stop in space </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>get-off, range, closing speed as an edge rusher, mostly from a 2pt stance, is frightening as well as impressive </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>combination of route running prowess and off-the-edge pass-rushing ability is as rare as it is exciting, especially for a 6'3, 230 pounder</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>non-varsity domination in the lower levels of Chicago Catholic League </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/KameronMcGee202/status/1856053537098141937","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/KameronMcGee202/status/1856053537098141937 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">#6 <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='977789' first='Jayden' last='Bell']</strong> (<em>Brother Rice</em>, MI) EDGE. 6'4, 210. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Notes: Varsity starter and producer at Division 3 Brother Rice in Bloomfield Hills as a freshman. <em>247Sports</em> Top 100 - 19 overall, #3 Midwest, 90 rating. Offers from Purdue, Michigan State, Alabama, Bowling Green State, Miami (OH), Toledo, Western Michigan, Vanderbilt, Kent State, UMass, Pitt, Central Michigan </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Best Traits: </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>81" wingspan, and he knows how to use it </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>strong hands and effective hand usage to disengage from blocking attempts on the perimeter </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>effective first step</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>exceptional size and athletic skillset for a young and developing pass rusher </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>noticeable body control and start/stop ability when pursuing and corralling ball carriers behind the LOS </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>impressive motor between the whistles </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/jaydenbell08/status/1956085163479187694","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/jaydenbell08/status/1956085163479187694 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">#7 <strong>Baron Marshall </strong>(<em>Blue Valley NW</em>, KS) WR. 6'3, 175 lbs. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Notes: Varsity starter at Overland Park-area powerhouse <em>Blue Valley Northwest</em> who totaled 17 catches for 238 yards and 3 TDs in Kansas' Class 6A (out of six). Brother Jalen Marshall is a defensive tackle at Mizzou and fellow brother Dillon Marshall is a safety at Northern Iowa. <em>On3</em> 2028 WL, <em>247Sports</em> Top 100 - 79 overall, #7 Midwest, 90 rating. <em>Rivals</em> #67 overall, #6 Midwest. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Best Traits: </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>excellent 50/50 ball and contested catch capability with exciting bounce </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>strong, balanced, aggressive after the catch</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>smooth, fluid route runner who can win and beat DBs at multiple points throughout a route </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>strong hands pluck the ball out of the air and away from his body, creating a big catch radius </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>noticeable burst and acceleration out of his cuts, especially at the top of the route </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>long, sudden, explosive pass-catcher who can create splash plays before and after the catch </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/baron_marshall/status/1843132163950063813","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/baron_marshall/status/1843132163950063813 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">#8 <strong>Carter Barrett (</strong><em>Dowling Catholic</em>) IA) OT. 6'6. 280 lbs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Notes: Starter at Iowa Class 5A (out of five) powerhouse <em>Dowling Catholic High School </em>in West Des Moines, Iowa, who went 10-2 in 2024 while advancing to the state semifinals. Offers from Alabama, Maryland, Arkansas, Texas A&amp;M, KState, Kansas, Minnesota, Ole Miss, Nebraska, Iowa, Wisconsin, Tennessee, Mizzou, Iowa State. Rivals #87 nationally, #7 Midwest. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Best Traits: </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>opens tape with a phenomenal reach block, showing off excellent lateral agility, balance, and overall mobility, and he then finishes the rep by pancaking the helpless defender twice before the whistle blows </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>heavy hands, able to finish blocks and put defenders on their rear ends in pass pro as well as run blocking settings</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>clean footwork, violent finisher, excellent body control for a 6'6 14/15 year-old </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>impressively bendy, explodes out of his stance, easily able to climb to the second level, combo block, and operate in space</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>I haven't seen this kind of combination of size, strength, physicality, and body control from a freshman OL in my time scouting with <em>PrepRedzone</em></li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>Starting LT on one of Iowa's premier Big School contenders </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>new installment of the Next Great Iowa Offensive Linemen </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/CBarrett005/status/1863802397174210655","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/CBarrett005/status/1863802397174210655 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">#9 <strong>Jevyn Severson</strong> (<em>Madrid</em>, IA) TE/DE. 6'5, 230 lbs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Notes: Varsity starter with Class 1A <em>Madrid</em> as a freshman. <em>247Sports</em> Top 100 - 62 overall, #6 Midwest, 90 rating. Offers from Iowa State, Kansas State, Wisconsin. Second Team All-District DE as a freshman. First Team All-Conference hooper on <em>Madrid's</em> state championship-winning basketball team as a freshman, the first state basketball championship ever won by <em>Madrid High School</em>, which capped off their undefeated 28-0 season. Runs with All-Iowa Attack EYBL in the AAU circuit. Caught 5 passes for 54 yards and 3 TDs, as well as 34.5 tackles, 8 TFLs, 2.5 sacks on the defensive side of the ball in 2024. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Best Traits:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>God-given size, coming out of a state and regional area used to producing top-tier TEs </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>absurd contact balance after the catch </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>eye-catching pop and physicality as a pass rusher</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>effective blocker in the box who is also able to reach and set the edge as an HB </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>surprising play speed as a route runner and when pursuing sideline-to-sideline as a defensive end</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/JevynSeverson/status/1953292301511319644","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/JevynSeverson/status/1953292301511319644 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">#10 <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1659180' first='Marshaun' last='Thornton']</strong> (<em>Mount Carmel</em>, IL) WR. 6'2, 180 lbs. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Notes: Varsity contributor who got the call up to varsity mid-way through the 2024 season on perennial Illinois heavyweight 7A (out of eight) contender <em>Mount Carmel </em>on the Southside of Chicago and helped the <em>Caravan</em> win their second Class 7A state championship in a row and Illinois record-tying 16th state championship in program history. Caught 24 passes for 555 yards and 5 TDs against some of the best competition Illinois has to offer. Also a small forward on the <em>Caravan's</em> basketball team. Offers from Washington, Kansas, Penn State, Arizona State, Michigan State, Indiana, Vanderbilt, Mizzou, Minnesota, Iowa State, Louisville, NC State, Syracuse, Purdue, Wisconsin, Illinois, Iowa, Michigan, Miami (FL). </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Best Traits: </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>possesses the speed to stack and win vertically against seasoned upperclassmen CBs and safeties </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>thrives in reeling in catches through tight coverage and contested situations </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>displays quick footwork and burst that help him move the chains after the catch </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>good route runner who can shut down his body suddenly and smoothly </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>big catch radius and strong hands, also displays good body control when tracking and playing the ball in the air </li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">#11 <strong>Jayden Stephens</strong> (<em>Waverly-Shell Rock</em>, IA) ATH. 6', 180.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Notes: Iowa State and Iowa offer. 10.95 100M, 22.55 200M, 50.26 400M as freshman. 335 squat, 225 clean, 215 bench. 474 all-purpose yards and 4 TDs, 16.5 tackles, 1 INT as a freshman. 35.5" vert &amp; easy dunker on the hardwood.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/jaydenstephenss/status/1853815424787378267","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/jaydenstephenss/status/1853815424787378267 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">#12 <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1682020' first='Jack' last='McNamara'] </strong>(<em>Brother Rice</em>, IL) TE. 6'5, 235 lbs. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Notes: 6'7 wingspan. Non-varsity contributor in 2024 with Illinois Class 7A powerhouse <em>Brother Rice High School</em>. One of the top pitchers in Illinois' 2028 class of baseball prospects as well. Offers from Illinois, Washington, Arkansas, Texas A&amp;M, Texas, Iowa State, Western Michigan, Mizzou, Arizona State, Purdue. <em>Rivals</em> #82 nationally, #7 Midwest. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/JackMac2028/status/1862248779828928947","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/JackMac2028/status/1862248779828928947 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">#13 <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1687444' first='Mylan' last='Griggs'] </strong><em>(Cass Tech, MI) </em>ATH. 6'1, 175 lbs. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Notes: Earned an offer from in-state Michigan State and Michigan during their respective prospect camps this summer. Sidelined last season due to injury but blew up during the 2025 Summer Camp SZN. Offers from Michigan State, Memphis, Austin Peay, Michigan, Hampton, Temple, Wisconsin, Bowling Green State, UMass, Miami (OH), Toledo, Maryland, Akron, Kent State, Southern Mississippi, Louisville, Southern California, Miami (FL), Marshall, Kentucky</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/MIexposure/status/1938414651974234344","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/MIexposure/status/1938414651974234344 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">#14 <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='977483' first='Jerrimiah' last='Cross'] </strong>(<em>River Rouge</em>, MI) ATH. 6'2, 185 lbs. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Notes: Varsity starter with defending Michigan Division 3 runner-up River Rouge in 2024. Totaled 17 receptions for 362 yards and 6 TDs as a freshman. Offers from Austin Peay, Auburn, Western Kentucky, Indiana, Boston College, Maryland, Akron, Pitt, Kent State, Southern Mississippi, Bowling Green State, USC, Miami (FL), Miami (OH), Marshall, Central Michigan. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/cross_jerrimiah/status/1934010173405933983","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/cross_jerrimiah/status/1934010173405933983 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">#15 <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1111090' first='Jayden' last='Evans']</strong> <em>(Harper Woods, MI) </em>SAF. 6'1, 170 lbs. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Notes: #1 safety in the Midwest. Varsity starter for Michigan Division 4 talent-factory <em>Harper Woods</em> as a freshman. Offers from Colorado, Kansas, Miami (OH), Michigan State, Ohio State, Pitt, Texas A&amp;M, Toledo, UMass. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/jdevansss/status/1936922832627511347","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/jdevansss/status/1936922832627511347 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">#16 <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='977460' first='Tyler' last='Trusel']</strong> (<em>Brother Rice</em>, MI) ATH. 6'1, 170 lbs. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Notes: Long-time standout camp performer both in 2024 and 2025. Varsity starter with Michigan Division 2 contender <em>Brother Rice High</em> <em>School</em>. Offers from Wisconsin, Indiana, Western Michigan, Western Kentucky, Vandy, UMass, Toledo, Southern Mississippi, Pitt, Miami (OH), Memphis, Maryland, Kent State, Iowa State, Central Michigan, Bowling Green State, Ball State, Army.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/statechampsmich/status/1843078859228332347","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/statechampsmich/status/1843078859228332347 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">#17 <strong>Micah Santiago</strong> (<em>Bellevue Wes</em>t, NE) DL. 6'2, 295. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Notes: Varsity contributor with 2024 Class A state quarterfinalist<em> Bellevue West High School.</em> Offer from Florida State, Iowa State. 46'1" shot put as a freshman, according to MileSplit. Earned his Iowa State offer in-person during a Cyclone prospect camp in 2025. Has recorded a 500 pound squat, 300 pound squat, 240 pound hang clean in May. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/_santiago_micah/status/1914873260233064449","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/_santiago_micah/status/1914873260233064449 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">#18 <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='422465' first='Matthew' last='Lee'] </strong>(<em>Loyola Academy</em>, IL) QB. 6'4, 190 lbs. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Notes: Non-varsity contributor with Illinois Class 8A powerhouse <em>Loyola Academy</em>. Reports a 6'7" wingspan and 10" hands. Offer from Wisconsin, which he earned in-person after a throwing session in June with University of Wisconsin's QB coach Kenny Guiton. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/MLeeQB11/status/1944942239861583995","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/MLeeQB11/status/1944942239861583995 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">#19 <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='528080' first='Deondre' last='Hill']</strong> (<em>Brother Rice</em>, MI) RB/LB. 6'3, 215 lbs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Notes: Two-way varsity starter, primarily at RB, with Michigan Division 2 contender <em>Brother Rice High School</em>. <em>MaxPreps</em> First Team Freshman All-American. Offers from Bowling Green State, Central Michigan, Davenport, Illinois, Kent State, Maryland, Miami (OH), Pitt, Purdue, Toledo, UMass, Vandy, Western Michigan, Wisconsin</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/hill5_deondre/status/1944898807738617879","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/hill5_deondre/status/1944898807738617879 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">#20 <strong>Hayden Shannon</strong> (<em>Prairie City Monroe</em>, IA) OL. 6'4, 275 lbs. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Notes: 12 starts as a freshman, helping <em>Prairie City Monroe</em> to a berth at the UNI Dome in the Iowa Class 2A state semifinals, as well as an overall 11-1 record. <em>IFCA</em> Second Team All-State as a freshman. Helped his offense rush for more than 3,000 yards and 75 overall TDs in 2024. First Team <em>PrepRedzone</em> All-State. Iowa State offer, which he earned in-person at camp this summer. Wrestled JV with <em>PCM's</em> wrestling team in 2024-25. Recorded a 46'5" shot put as a freshman in the 2025 outdoor track and field season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/HaydenShannon28/status/1863276612768157743","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/HaydenShannon28/status/1863276612768157743 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">#21 <strong>Jordan Mckinley</strong> (<em>Loyola Academy</em>, IL) WR. 6'3, 215 lbs. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Notes: No film from the 2024 season. Reports a 4.62 40-yard dash. 2025 <em>Midwest Boom</em> Best of the Best Showcase 2028 MVP. FBU Chicago Middle School Camp MVP. Offers from Wisconsin, Iowa State, Nebraska</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/IamClint_C/status/1881092024444879161","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/IamClint_C/status/1881092024444879161 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">#22 <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1140979' first='Jordan' last='Moore'] </strong>(<em>Brother Rice</em>, IL) CB. 6'3, 175 lbs. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Notes: Offers from Charlotte, Vanderbilt, UConn, FAU, Georgia State, UNLV. Transfer from <em>Wheaton St. Francis High School </em>in suburban Chicagoland. Reports a 6'7" wingspan and 10.75" hands. Non-varsity contributor in 2024 with <em>St. Francis</em>. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/JordanJMoore11/status/1936803939199930617","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/JordanJMoore11/status/1936803939199930617 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">#23 <strong>JJ Chapman</strong> (<em>Oak Creek</em>, WI) QB. 6'2, 190 lbs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Notes: Non-varsity contributor in 2024. #1 2028 prospect and the #1 QB, regardless of class, in Wisconsin. Offers from Virginia Tech, Purdue, Toledo. Standout camp performer at 2025 Summer Camp SZN offseason stops at Minnesota and Wisconsin. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/jjchapman_2/status/1953504011182653679","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/jjchapman_2/status/1953504011182653679 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">#24 <strong>Remington Merlau</strong> (<em>Rose Hill</em>, KS) EDGE. 6'3, 230 lbs. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Notes: Impressive baseball prospect who can DH or play first base. Offers from Iowa State and Kansas State. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/RemingtonMerlau/status/1956465898631373042","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/RemingtonMerlau/status/1956465898631373042 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">#25 <strong><strong>Chyler Walker</strong> (</strong><em>Derby</em>, KS) TE. 6'5, 230 lbs. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Notes: Varsity contributor with Class 6A (out of six) and recent talent-factory <em>Derby High School</em>. Reports a 4.7 40, 3.3 shuttle, 32" vert, and and 9'2" broad jump. 260 pound bench press in May. Offers from Texas Tech.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/Chyler_Walker/status/1924484388311506959","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/Chyler_Walker/status/1924484388311506959 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">#26 <strong>[player_tooltip player_id='944415' first='Drew' last='Sheridan']</strong> (<em>Dearborn Divine Child</em>, MI) QB. 6'2, 175 lbs. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Notes: Varsity starter with Michigan Division 4 contender Dearborn Divine Child, totaling 138 completions on 179 attempts (77%) for 2,007 yards and 22 TDs, leading the <em>Falcons</em> to a 7-4 record in 2024. Offers from Southern Mississippi, Pitt, Miami (OH), Marshall, Toledo, Central Michigan, Kent Stat. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/drewsheridan9/status/1933345799871533322","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/drewsheridan9/status/1933345799871533322 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">#27 <strong>James Barnett</strong> (<em>Iowa City West</em>, IA) DL. 6'2, 255.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Notes: Varsity starter for Class 5A I<em>owa City West</em>, who campaigned all the way to the Class 5A state quarterfinals in 2024. 56'10.5" shot put, 63'1 shot put, also wrestles, 8th grade state record for both shot put and discus, best 7th grade shot put in the country. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/JamesBarne47542/status/1923374586919363021","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/JamesBarne47542/status/1923374586919363021 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"medium"} --> <p class="has-medium-font-size">#28 <strong>Javier Mccoy</strong> (<em>Andrean</em>, IN) RB/LB. 6'1, 210 lbs. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Notes: <em>IndianaPreps</em> Top-22 All-State Team in 2024. Offers from Toledo, Purdue</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:embed {"url":"https://twitter.com/javiermccoy23/status/1948136555597484317","type":"rich","providerNameSlug":"twitter","responsive":true} --> <figure class="wp-block-embed is-type-rich is-provider-twitter wp-block-embed-twitter"><div class="wp-block-embed__wrapper"> https://twitter.com/javiermccoy23/status/1948136555597484317 </div></figure> <!-- /wp:embed --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"fontSize":"x-large"} --> <p class="has-x-large-font-size"><em>Honorable Mentions </em></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='212645' first='Grayson' last='Thurston'] </strong>(<em>De La Salle</em>, MI) QB. 6'2, 170 lbs. Offers from Bowling Green State, Toledo, Miami (OH)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='971616' first='Marion' last='Persich'] </strong><em>(Lasalle-Peru,</em> IL) QB. 6'4, 215 lbs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Owen Kloosterboer </strong>(<em>Waupun</em>, WI) LB/TE. Three-sport athlete. 6'3, 220 lbs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Gavin Schiek </strong>(<em>Franklin</em>, WI) WR. 6'1, 190 lbs. Plays AAU basketball with <em>Team Herro</em>. Reports a 295 lb. bench and 475 lb. squat. #5 in Wisconsin.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Will Schmitzer </strong>(<em>Catholic Memorial</em>, WI) LB. 6'2, 210 lbs. #6 in Wisconsin. Varsity contributor in 2024. 4.23 GPA. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Tre Oiler </strong>(<em>Arrowhead</em>, WI) TE. 6'6, 220 lbs. #4 in Wisconsin. Younger brother of former Rutgers football commit turned Wisconsin-Milwaukee Track &amp; Field commit Trent Oiler, who ran a 10.96 at 6'5, 240 pounds this past May. Easy dunker on the hardcourt and also competes in baseball for Wisconsin Big School powerhouse A<em>rrowhead High School.</em> </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Roman Holtz </strong>(<em>Arrowhead</em>, WI) OL/EDGE. 6'3, 275. #3 in Wisconsin. Also competes in hockey and baseball. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Hendrix Dawson</strong> (<em>Wisconsin Dells</em>, WI) DL. 6'4, 240 lbs. 54 tackles, 4 TFLs, 1/2 sack, 2 PBUs for Wisconsin Dells' varsity in 2024. #2 in Wisconsin. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Evan Mitchell</strong> <em>(Dowling Catholic</em>, IA) OL/DL. 6'3, 245 lbs. Also competes in basketball. 3.94 GPA. Varsity starter with Iowa Big School powerhouse Dowling Catholic as a freshman, playing TE, LG, RG, LT, RT, and DT. Helped Dowling Catholic to a 10-2 record and state semifinal appearance. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='963830' first='AJ' last='Henley']</strong> (<em>Harper Woods</em>, MI) WR. 6'3, 190 lbs. AAU Indoor Track and Field All-American. Offers from Bowling Green State, Miami (OH), Toledo, Western Kentucky, Rutgers, Kent State, Southern Mississippi, Minnesota, Tulane, South Florida, Central Michigan, Eastern Michigan, UMass </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Eli Betz</strong> (<em>Elkhorn North</em>, NE) OT. 6'7, 280 lbs. 49'1 shot put. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Carter Hiatt </strong>(<em>Lincoln Christian</em>, NE) LB. 6'2, 215 lbs. Varsity heavyweight wrestler with<em> Lincoln Christian </em>in 2024, recording 21 pins on the season. 40'1.5" shot put as a freshman. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Alijah Valeri </strong>(<em>Appleton North</em>, WI) WR. 5'9, 155 lbs. - Transfer from <em>St. Francis High School </em>in Illinois. Recorded a 4.56 and 4.6 40, 4.5 and 4.4 shuttle, and 9'2 broad at the 2025 North Central Mega Camp in Naperville, Illinois. Southern Mississippi offer</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Kamari Taylor </strong>(<em>Blackford</em>, IN) RB. 5'10, 160 lbs. Rushed for 586 yards, with 785 all-purpose yards, and four TDs in 2024. <em>PrepRedzoneIN</em> Showcase Top Performer. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Harry Brunner</strong> (<em>Concord</em>, IN) ATH. 6'3, 175 lbs. Three-sport athlete. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Jeremiah Patton </strong>(<em>Bishop Knoll</em>, IN) RB/LB. 6'1, 200 lbs. Rushed 48 times for 200 yards and 5 TDs, caught three passes for 43 yards, and tallied 44 tackles, 5 TFLs, and a FF at the midseason point of the 2024-25 season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Alpha Meaway </strong>(<em>Brooklyn Center</em>, MN) RB. 5'9, 160 lbs. Two-way varsity starter in 2024 as a freshman, posting 63 carries and 9 receptions for 707 total yards en-route to All-District honors as a RB. <em>PrepRedzoneMN</em> Showcase Top Performer. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Lyman Myers IV</strong> (<em>Apple Valley</em>, MN) DB. 5'11, 170 lbs. Varsity starter as a freshman for Minnesota Class 5A <em>Apple Valley High School</em>, posting 31 tackles, 9 PBUs, 2 TFLs, and 2 FFs in 2024. 11.38 100M, 23.43 200M outdoor track and field season in 2025.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Drew Erlandson</strong> (<em>Eden Prairie</em>, MN) DE. 6'4, 215 lbs. Strong 2025 Summer Camp SZN. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Jacob English</strong> (<em>Crosby-Ironton,</em> MN) DE. 6'4, 220 lbs. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Cooper Allen</strong> (<em>Caledonia</em>, MN) LB. 6'3, 215 lbs. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Tre Moore</strong> (<em>Hopkins</em>, MN) QB. 5'10, 155 lbs. Varsity starter at QB in 2024, <strong>Moore </strong>completed 106 passes on 175 attempts (61%) for 14 TDs to 6 INTs while leading <em>Hopkins </em>to a 3-6 record while snapping their former 29-game losing streak in 2024. Also one of the best hoopers in Minnesota's 2028 class. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Bitan Gatwech </strong>(<em>Faribault</em>, MN) OL. 6'5, 280 lbs. Varsity starter on both sides of the ball for Minnesota Class 4A contender <em>Faribault High School</em>. Reports a 6'8 wingspan. All-District Honorable Mention in 2024, posting 16 tackles, 3.5 TFLs, and a sack as a defensive tackle with the Falcons. Posted a 46'.5" shot put and 116'2" discus during the 2025 Minnesota outdoor track and field season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Jace Hollendonner</strong> (<em>Centerville</em>, IN) QB. 6'2, 185 lbs. Also a standout guard on the <em>Centerville</em> high school basketball team. Totaled 1,715 passing yards and 689 rushing yards in 2024, as well as 23 passing TDs, 5 rushing TDs, to 3 INTs in 2024. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Aiden Hammitt</strong> (<em>Elk Point-Jefferson</em>, SD) WR. 6'2, 185 lbs. Three-sport athlete. Varsity starter as a freshman who posted 12 receptions for 235 yards and 3 TDs. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Bryson Esser</strong> (<em>Harrisburg</em>, SD) LB. 6'1, 210 lbs. Standout baseball player who can play outfield or catcher. 300 pound bench press, on video, in July. Younger brother of 2026 Harrisburg linebacker and Washington State commit Bradley Esser. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Thiik Lual</strong> <em>(Tea Area</em>, SD) DL. 6'2, 220 lbs. 41'04" shot put and 127'0" discus as a freshman. At the 2025 South Dakota State Prospesct Camp, came in at 6'1 3/8, 213, 31" arm, 9" hand. Also a 4.82 40, 4.7 shuttle, 8'8 broad jump. <em>PrepRedzoneDAK</em> Showcase Top Performer who went 4.82 and 4.85 in the 40, 4.74 in the shuttle, 8'9" in the broad jump. Non-varsity contributor in 2024 as a freshman. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>--</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->