Closer Look at Names to Know in Iowa’s 2027 Class

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong><em>Get 30% off your first billing cycle with code:&nbsp;howe30&nbsp;in the coupon code area</em></strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We've reached the second week of April a step closer to the 2026 season. Prep Redzone Iowa has continued preparations for it by rifling through student-athletes' highlight videos and churning out evaluations.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>If you don't yet have highlights on your Hudl page, interested college coaches will be looking for them on there and elsewhere. Ask for help if you need it in compiling a video with any clips you have.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Here's another batch of fresh reports:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2167875"],"_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-69d6cc63565a0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Pecha was a stalwart on both sides a of the ball for North Butler in 2025. The junior rushed 83 times for 661 yards (8.0 YPC) and eight touchdowns. He added seven catches for 122 yards. On defense, he collected 49.5 tackles, 33 of which were solo. He registered 2.0 tackles for loss and picked off a pass. Pecha is a two-time, first-team, all-district selection, once as a running back and the other time at linebacker. He's a four-sport athlete, playing basketball and baseball, and running track. Pecha's <a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/19458591/692a78c4804979f842c21aa2" id="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/19458591/692a78c4804979f842c21aa2">11th-grade highlight video</a> features evidence as to how he finds success between the lines. The first clip shows him smoothly navigating his way through the opposing defense for a long rush. On the second clip, he locates a gap in blockers and shoots through it to drop the running back in his tracks. It's a physical brand of football and a high motor. I could see college coaches being divided on future position, which is a good thing. He'd be a special teams' asset no matter where he ends up.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2167979"],"_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-69d70d4cc2a95"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Bark worked in a 2025 Bettendorf defensive-line rotation that was a Bulldog strength. The junior proved disruptive when opportunities arose. He contributed 8.5 tackles, five of which were of the solo variety. Bark chalked up 3.0 tackles for loss and a sack. We can witness what he does well during his <a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/20095351/69a6ed5a0442c7f69beff684" id="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/20095351/69a6ed5a0442c7f69beff684">11th-grade highlight video</a>. Lining up at D-End, Bark fires off of the snap and is physical at the point of attack, where he utilizes active hands and upper-body strength. He understands the importance of setting the edge and crashes down when the opportunity presents itself. Straight-line speed and balance aid Bark in pursuing the quarterback. Long arms and a protectable frame capable of adding plenty of good weight in a college strength and conditioning program point to a bright future.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2167986"],"_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-69d7100ccd24a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Berkley reports being limited by injury throughout the 2025 season but took pride in fighting through the pain and improving. He indicated that the ailment led to limited defensive reps due to a greater need on offense, where he was credited with a pair of pancake blocks. The junior still managed a pair of tackles for loss and a sack. He's excited for further to growth as a senior in the fall, when good health appears the path to a breakout season if his <a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/19439987/690fd0386266919891328330" id="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/19439987/690fd0386266919891328330">11th-grade highlight video</a> is any indication. Berkley is fast off of the snap and packs a punch at the point of attack. He uses violent hands and long arms to his advantage, especially in pass protection. Berkley operates with balance and smooth footwork. He's athletic and agile, making him effective at reaching blocks and blocking in space. Berkley looks like a tight end from a physical standpoint, but get this kid in a college strength and conditioning program, and watch him take off.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2167991"],"_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-69d711390b167"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Production was no problem for Heller in 2025. The Okoboji junior piled up 80.0 tackles, 61 of which were solo stops. He collected 13.5 tackles for loss, 2.5 sacks, a pair of forced fumbles, a fumble recovery, an interception and a pass defended. He caught 21 passes for 151 yards and a couple of touchdowns, and added a two-point conversion. All of that led to first-team all-state honors from the Des Moines Register and defensive player of the year honors in his district. A hurdler, Heller reports running the 40-yard dash in 4.59 seconds and the 100 in 11.4. He reports a 6-9 wingspan and a 35-inch vertical leap. The athleticism shines through during his <a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/19503630/69496d46fe32adfb3ce6797d" id="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/19503630/69496d46fe32adfb3ce6797d">11th-grade highlight video</a>. It makes him a versatile linebacker capable of delivering in the box or when lining up in the slot against a tight end or receiver. Heller's long strides help him eat up real estate whether flying to a tackle, sticking in coverage or making plays when the ball is thrown his way. He's definitely worthy of more attention along the recruiting trail.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1649628"],"_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-69d7131aa2fbd"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Kreinbrink posted a video on his Hudl page about week ago. It's labeled <a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/20815368/69cc7459cd5d1abe1abee8c8" id="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/20815368/69cc7459cd5d1abe1abee8c8">"Built for the Trenches." </a>When watching, it doesn't take long to see why that's the title. While he did force a fumble and recover a fumble, the Northeast junior's best work occurred on the offensive line. His performance there earned him first-team Class 1A all-district laurels. Kreinbrink plays a physical brand of football, getting quickly off of the snap and controlling his opponent from the jump. It's active hands and upper-body strength. Balance and utilizing proper angles angles work to his advantage. Kreinbrink plays through the whistle and with a mean streak. He looks equally adept at paving the way for the run or setting up in pass protection. His frame can comfortably add plenty of good weight without the loss of athleticism or agility. A successful college strength and conditioning program would help him reach his potential, which is considerable.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->