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<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Jackson Drusback – QB – Rossford – Class of 202</strong>8</h3>
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<p>Drusback gave a gutsy performance in Rossford's shootout with Northwood, carrying the Bulldogs' offense on his shoulders. He completed <strong>15-of-29 passes for 130 yards</strong> while also running the ball <strong>23 times for 184 yards</strong>. That dual-threat effort kept his team within striking distance in a 44-36 loss. Drusback's toughness and willingness to make plays with his legs make him a dangerous all-around quarterback.</p>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Julian Rodriguez – RB – Lake – Class of 2026</strong></h3>
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<p>Rodriguez was electric in Lake's matchup with Leipsic, racking up <strong>194 rushing yards on 26 carries</strong> and adding <strong>five receptions for 109 yards</strong>. He finished with <strong>four total touchdowns</strong>, including two through the air. Even in defeat, Rodriguez showed he's one of Northwest Ohio's most versatile and explosive backs.</p>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1171406' first='Collin' last='Crocker'] – DL – St. Edward – Class of 202</strong>6</h3>
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<p>The senior edge rusher was a nightmare for Pickerington North in St. Edward's 24-0 win. Crocker posted a <strong>team-high four solo tackles, 1.5 sacks, a tackle for loss, and three quarterback hurries</strong>, while also assisting on 10 more stops. His relentless motor and strength at the point of attack set the tone for a defense that completely shut down one of Central Ohio's top teams.</p>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Luke McGovern – DB/WR – Aurora – Class of 202</strong>7</h3>
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<p>McGovern turned heads in Aurora's close battle with Brecksville, impacting the game in every phase. Defensively, he snagged <strong>three interceptions</strong> and added five tackles. On offense, he caught five passes for 54 yards, and on special teams, he returned a punt <strong>84 yards for a touchdown</strong>. A true three-way threat, McGovern proved he's one of Northeast Ohio's most dynamic playmakers.</p>
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Jackson Drusback – QB – Rossford – Class of 2028
Drusback gave a gutsy performance in Rossford's shootout with Northwood, carrying the Bulldogs' offense on his shoulders. He completed 15-of-29 passes for 130 yards while also running the ball 23 times for 184 yards. That dual-threat effort kept his team within striking distance in a 44-36 loss. Drusback's toughness and willingness to make plays with his legs make him a dangerous all-around quarterback. Julian Rodriguez – RB – Lake – Class of 2026 Rodriguez was electric in Lake's matchup with Leipsic, racking up 194 rushing yards on 26 carries and adding five receptions for 109 yards. He finished with four total touchdowns, including two through the air. Even in defeat, Rodriguez showed he's one of Northwest Ohio's most versatile and explosive backs. [player_tooltip player_id='1171406' first='Collin' last='Crocker'] – DL – St.…
