Lowell's Class 5A All-State Team of 2025

Rounding out our final list of our all-state players from the 2025 high school season in Iowa, we move up to Class 5A, boasting the best of the best across the state, with many players among this list being players who were ranked highly on our site and living up to their ranking status for the most part as they earn their spot on our list. We reveal our final all-state team from Class 5A Iowa to round out the 2025 season!   First Team Offense:   QB:   [player_tooltip player_id='1204436' first='Mack' last='Heitland'], JR, Waukee Northwest   To put up the stats that Heitland did in 2025 against the highest level of competition in the state is absurd, but Heitland did just that in his junior season. Heitland's 2962 passing yards ranked the 2nd most in the entire state while throwing a perfect 28-0 TD-INT ratio while adding 4 TDs on the ground.   RB:   [player_tooltip player_id='856072' first='Ian' last='Middleton'], SR, Dowling Catholic   Middleton was at the center of Maroons' offense as they made a spectacular run following a week 1 loss against Valley to win the 5A championship. Middleton led the conference with 1767 rushing yards (6.3 YPC) and 19 TDs, including a 206 yards, 2 TD performance in the state championship win over Iowa City Liberty.   [player_tooltip player_id='1241414' first='Jaden' last='Montgomery'], SR, Dubuque Hempstead   The most evident bright spot during the Mustangs' 3-6 campaign was Montgomery, who accounted for over half of Dubuque Hempstead's total offensive yardage. Montgomery ran for 1569 yards (8.2 YPC) and 19 TDs while also leading the team in receiving yards with 241 on just 13 receptions and 4 TDs.   [player_tooltip player_id='401673' first='Javaris' last='Morgan'], SR, Ankeny Centennial   JJ Morgan enjoyed an explosive senior campaign as he proved to be dangerous any time the ball was in his hands. Morgan finished with 1224 rushing yards and 18 TDs while averaging 10.4 YPC. He also added 22 receptions for 222 yards and 4 TDs.   WR:   [player_tooltip player_id='1238635' first='Ethan' last='Headings'], SR, Iowa City West   One of the best deep threats in the state, Headings was the clear focal point for Trojans' passing game in 2025, finishing with 1202 yards on just 56 receptions (21.5 YPC) and 13 TDs. Recently, Headings flipped his commitment from North Dakota to stay in his home state as he will be playing for the Hawkeyes at the next level.   [player_tooltip player_id='1204437' first='Jordon' last='Green'], JR, Waukee Northwest   Green continues to generate the most targets for the Wolves' passing game since emerging as Heitland's #1 threat as a sophomore. Green led the team with 1189 yards on 68 receptions (17.5 YPC) and 14 TDs in his junior year.   TE:   [player_tooltip player_id='1234335' first='Cameron' last='Meiners'], SR, Ankeny Centennial   Meiners' frame matched more of a big-bodied WR than a TE, but he was a dangerous vertical threat who created a big play every time he broke open down the field last season. Meiners finished with 482 yards and 6 TDs on only 16 receptions (30.1 YPC). Meiners will take his big play potential to the next level, having committed to Wisconsin-Platteville on Christmas day.   OL:   [player_tooltip player_id='1238174' first='Colin' last='Whitters'], SR, Iowa City West   The #1 ranked OL prospect in Iowa having already committed to the Hawkeyes once again proved himself as the foundation of the Trojans' offensive line last season, helping guide the offense to finish with the 4th most total offensive yardage and the second highest scoring offense (39.4 PPG) in the conference.   [player_tooltip player_id='1583613' first='Carter' last='Barrett'], SO, Dowling Catholic   Barrett continues to prove himself as one of the most coveted underclassmen players in the nation, with his growing skill at Left Tackle having helped Dowling Catholic finish 2nd in total offensive yardage en route to the state championship, Barrett already holds a huge resume to his profile with two years to go.   [player_tooltip player_id='1221926' first='Carson' last='Nielsen'], SR, Waterloo West   Another soon-to-be Hawkeye on this list, Nielsen continues to put his exceptionally athletic frame to good use, holding down the Left Tackle position as he helped guide the Wahawks back to the playoffs. With a bit of bulk that could be added to his frame, Nielsen will be an excellent addition for the Hawkeyes' front who should thrive in Kirk Ferentz's system.   [player_tooltip player_id='1240558' first='Andrew' last='Hine'], SR, Waukee   Another top offensive-line prospect from our most recent class, Hine excelled once again at Left Tackle, remaining a very evident bright spot for the Warriors as they battled through inconsistent performances last season. Hine adds himself as a D1 hopeful among this class as he will be joining Army's exceptional O-line going forward.   [player_tooltip player_id='1687055' first='Dalton' last='DeBoer'], SR, Waukee Northwest   One of the biggest bodies on this list, DeBoer used that to his full advantage as he was able to keep the pocket clean for his QB, allowing the Wolves' offense to reach their full potential and finish with the highest scoring offense (39.8 PPG) in the conference. DeBoer will take his talents to Wake Forest going forward.   First Team Defense:   [player_tooltip player_id='1361747' first='David' last='Fason'], SR, Prairie   Impressively, nearly half of Fason's total tackles from last season came behind the line of scrimmage, recording 71.5 tackles (64 solo) and 34 TFLs to go with 10 sacks, 5 forced fumbles, and an interception, and with his ability to single-handedly lead a defense, that should translate nicely as he goes on to play for the Hawkeyes.   [player_tooltip player_id='1619297' first='Ryan' last='Bobo'], SR, Dowling Catholic   Leading the way in the middle of the Maroons' defensive line, Bobo was an instrumental piece toward the top scoring defense (7.8 PPG allowed) in the 5A conference. Bobo recorded 40.5 tackles (25 solo), 19 TFLs, 14.5 sacks, a forced fumble, and a fumble recovery, including 2.5 sacks in the state championship against Iowa City Liberty.   [player_tooltip player_id='2073254' first='Mohamed' last='Darboh'], JR, Des Moines Lincoln   One of the biggest breakout stars in the 5A conference, Darboh was the driving force for the Railsplitters' defense in 2025. Of the team's 15.5 total sacks, Darboh accounted for 12.5 sacks, finishing with 63 tackles (57 solo), 18.5 TFLs, and a fumble recovery.   [player_tooltip player_id='1617646' first='Izzah' last='Grandon'], JR, Cedar Falls   Grandon took multiple steps forward in his junior season, becoming one of the key reasons why Cedar Falls finished with the 6th best scoring defense (16.7 PPG allowed) in the conference. Grandon recorded 64.5 tackles (46 solo), 21.5 TFLs, 9.5 sacks, and 3 forced fumbles in his junior season.   LB:   [player_tooltip player_id='1619997' first='Connor' last='Stolpe'], SR, Dallas Center-Grimes   The QB of the Mustangs' defense was instrumental in engineering a stunning turnaround, earning the Mustangs' their first winning record and playoff appearance since 2020. Stolpe led the conference with 112.5 total tackles (97 solo), 14 TFLs, 2 sacks, 3 fumble recoveries, and an interception.   [player_tooltip player_id='1552812' first='Landon' last='Bell'], SR, Iowa City Liberty   Bell played a key role in guided the Lightning to the state championship game in 2025, leading the way with 75 tackles (51 solo), 18.5 TFLs, 4.5 sacks, and a fumble recovery.   Wesley Koppes, JR, Prairie   Even with Fason in the lineup, Koppes had many opportunities to flash his potential playing behind the defensive line for Prairie. Koppes co-led the team with 71.5 tackles (62 solo), 18 TFLs, half a sack, a fumble recovery, and 3 interceptions.   DB:   [player_tooltip player_id='401675' first='La'Marious' last='Clark'], SR, Ankeny   Much of the success for Ankeny's 4th ranked scoring defense (15.3 PPG allowed) was the strength of their secondary. Clark led the way at CB, recording 30.5 tackles (17 solo), 4 TFLs, 6 passes defended, 5 INTs, 2 fumble recoveries, and 2 defensive TDs. Clark will be taking his athleticism and prowess as a coverage defender to Northern Iowa.   [player_tooltip player_id='1548918' first='Logan' last='Laubenthal'], SR, Iowa City Liberty   Flashing with his shutdown ability at CB, WRs were left on an island on his own going against Laubenthal. Laubenthal finished with 12.5 tackles (10 solo), 13 passes defended, 3 INTs, and 1 defensive TD.   [player_tooltip player_id='1221964' first='Josh' last='Grete'], SR, Cedar Falls   A sneaky and instinctual defender who excelled both at CB and FS, Grete was the X-Factor of Cedar Falls' defense last season. Grete finished with 21.5 tackles (15 solo), 8 passes defended, 4 INTs, and a fumble recovery in his senior campaign.   First Team Special Teams:   K:   [player_tooltip player_id='2000270' first='Collin' last='Weis'], SR, Iowa City Liberty   The Lightning boasted arguably the best Kicker in the state in Weis. Weis finished 11 of 13 on field goals with a season long of 43 while making all 55 of his extra point attempts.   P:   [player_tooltip player_id='1934037' first='Christian' last='Garcia'], SR, Cedar Rapids Kennedy   Despite struggling to a 3-6 record, Cedar Rapids Kennedy boasted some excellent special teams standouts, among them including Garcia. Garcia averaged a strong 40.1 yards per punt on 41 punts during his senior year.   KR:   [player_tooltip player_id='1238501' first='Keegan' last='Mastin'], SR, Cedar Rapids Kennedy   An all-purpose hybrid player, Mastin saw most of his reps in the secondary last season, but it was in the return game where he excelled the most. Mastin led the conference with 566 kick return yards and 2 kick return TDs, averaging 33.3 yards per return.   PR:   Chris Ford, JR, Sioux City East   Ford will be entering his senior season as a must-watch talent with how dangerous he was with the ball in his hands. Ford had just 9 total punt returns, taking them for 228 yards and 2 return TDs. Impressively, of the 17 total kick and punt returns that Ford had in 2025, 5 of them were taken back to the house.   Second Team Offense:   QB: [player_tooltip player_id='401674' first='Joey' last='Nahas'], SR, Dowling Catholic   RB: [player_tooltip player_id='1617589' first='Stanley' last='Cooper'], JR, Southeast Polk   RB: [player_tooltip player_id='1699746' first='Campbell' last='Janis'], SR, Iowa City West   RB: [player_tooltip player_id='401669' first='Daniel' last='Larmie'], SR, Ankeny   WR: [player_tooltip player_id='1295632' first='Isaiah' last='Oliver'], SR, Waukee Northwest   WR: [player_tooltip player_id='1241492' first='Jeffrey' last='Roberts'], SR, Dowling Catholic   TE: [player_tooltip player_id='1198816' first='Luke' last='Brewer'], JR, Norwalk   OL: [player_tooltip player_id='1207820' first='Noah' last='White'], JR, Southeast Polk   OL: [player_tooltip player_id='533048' first='Braylin' last='Dieken-Keahey'], SR, Ankeny Centennial   OL: [player_tooltip player_id='1241376' first='Colton' last='McClish'], SR, Johnston   OL: [player_tooltip player_id='1687003' first='Cohen' last='Vannausdle'], SR, Johnston   OL: [player_tooltip player_id='1588724' first='Ari' last='Raridon'], SO, ADM   Second Team Defense:   DL: Melaki Hickey, SR, Waterloo West   DL: [player_tooltip player_id='1221969' first='Jaden' last='Ubben'], SR, Cedar Falls   DL: [player_tooltip player_id='1619319' first='Jackson' last='Law'], SR, Iowa City West   DL: [player_tooltip player_id='856405' first='Jack' last='Ohman'], SR, Sioux City East   LB: [player_tooltip player_id='1619460' first='Camden' last='Wroe'], SR, Cedar Falls   LB: [player_tooltip player_id='1583593' first='Marshall' last='Sheldon'], SO, Iowa City High   LB: [player_tooltip player_id='1241379' first='Blaine' last='Heick'], SR, Iowa City High   DB: Elliot Combe, SR, Waukee Northwest   DB: [player_tooltip player_id='1240430' first='Henry' last='Gillies'], SR, Bettendorf   DB: [player_tooltip player_id='2083950' first='Jett' last='Ousley'], SR, Cedar Rapids Kennedy   Second Team Special Teams:   K: Ryan Kuhn, SR, Dowling Catholic   P: Cam Schupam, SR, Bettendorf   KR: [player_tooltip player_id='1814104' first='Aiden' last='Smitherman'], SR, Marshalltown   PR: [player_tooltip player_id='283943' first='Eli' last='Robbins'], SR, Norwalk

Rounding out our final list of our all-state players from the 2025 high school season in Iowa, we move up to Class 5A, boasting the best of the best across the state, with many players among this list being players who were ranked highly on our site and living up to their ranking status for the most part as they earn their spot on our list. We reveal our final all-state team from Class 5A Iowa to round out the 2025 season!