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<p>With the season rolling around soon, we are releasing our top all-state selections for upperclassmen, dividing it up by offense and defense. Last week, we looked at upperclassmen, and this week, we'll examine underclassmen who are looking to make a name for themselves in 2026. Here's our starting offense, with brief descriptions on each.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">New Palestine defensive lineman is blowing up with his multi-sport athleticism and explosiveness. Has a relentless motor. </p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">No varsity tape – yet – but the top defensive lineman will shine this fall. Staff is excited about his potential at 6-foot-7, 260 pounds. Warriors have the horses to be competitors for a 6A state title.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Twitchy interior defensive tackle with a nose for the ball and a high motor. Very disruptive v. the run and can collapse the pocket as a pass rusher, hold the point of attack. Has multiple offers.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Big-time potential edge target with high upside. Explosive, quick first step, strong pass rusher with a chance to be a great one. Keep an eye on the Wayne High School prospect this fall.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Cardinal Ritter linebacker with very high upside and a chance to be great. College teams we've talked to eager to see his junior tape.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Big-time potential in the 6-foot-2, 220-pound linebacker who led Andrean's defense to a state championship victory over Brownstown Central last fall. Fighting 59ers have every chance to head back to Lucas Oil if he brings his A-game.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Really impressive frame. A very muscular player who likes the gym and loves to hit, he makes the calls on defense, displays great on-field leadership and is a fierce competitor. Earned an offer from Miami-Ohio.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Hard-hitting linebacker has a huge chance to be great with his 6-foot-2, 200-pound frame. Very agile run defender who knows how to elude blocks, pursue ballcarriers and reach the QB.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Tall, athletic, long cover corner who is a tough cover guy but also a strong run defender who can elude blocks on the perimeter and bust up screens. High upside recruit holds an early offer from Kent State.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Already has exploded onto the recruiting scene. A big returning starter for Carmel who should dominate during his junior season. High-upside, hard-hitting safety.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">Cathedral's best underclassman prospect returns in his second season on varsity. Onghetich has good ball skills, strong closing speed, and great arm length to break up passes.</p>
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<p class="text-gray-700">We think it's only a matter of time before the 6-foot-2, 190-pound safety breaks out for a big season ahead. Vinatieri is a great open-field tackler and knows how to land big hits.</p>
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With the season rolling around soon, we are releasing our top all-state selections for upperclassmen, dividing it up by offense and defense. Last week, we looked at upperclassmen, and this week, we'll examine underclassmen who are looking to make a name for themselves in 2026. Here's our starting offense, with brief descriptions on each.
For a subscription, use promo code Fourth50 (not case-sensitive) at checkout for 50% off the first billing cycle of all annual plans!
New Palestine defensive lineman is blowing up with his multi-sport athleticism and explosiveness. Has a relentless motor.
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No varsity tape – yet – but the top defensive lineman will shine this fall. Staff is excited about his potential at 6-foot-7, 260 pounds. Warriors have the horses to be competitors for a 6A state title.
Twitchy interior defensive tackle with a nose for the ball and a high motor. Very disruptive v. the run and can collapse the pocket as a pass rusher, hold the point of attack. Has multiple offers.
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Big-time potential edge target with high upside. Explosive, quick first step, strong pass rusher with a chance to be a great one. Keep an eye on the Wayne High School prospect this fall.
Big-time potential in the 6-foot-2, 220-pound linebacker who led Andrean's defense to a state championship victory over Brownstown Central last fall. Fighting 59ers have every chance to head back to Lucas Oil if he brings his A-game.
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Really impressive frame. A very muscular player who likes the gym and loves to hit, he makes the calls on defense, displays great on-field leadership and is a fierce competitor. Earned an offer from Miami-Ohio.
Hard-hitting linebacker has a huge chance to be great with his 6-foot-2, 200-pound frame. Very agile run defender who knows how to elude blocks, pursue ballcarriers and reach the QB.
Tall, athletic, long cover corner who is a tough cover guy but also a strong run defender who can elude blocks on the perimeter and bust up screens. High upside recruit holds an early offer from Kent State.
Already has exploded onto the recruiting scene. A big returning starter for Carmel who should dominate during his junior season. High-upside, hard-hitting safety.
Cathedral's best underclassman prospect returns in his second season on varsity. Onghetich has good ball skills, strong closing speed, and great arm length to break up passes.
We think it's only a matter of time before the 6-foot-2, 190-pound safety breaks out for a big season ahead. Vinatieri is a great open-field tackler and knows how to land big hits.
