Closer Look at Iowa 2027s Available for Colleges

<!-- 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>Colleges have done well in mining Iowa's 2027 recruiting class. Twelve different guys have verbally committed to Power 4 programs. Quite a few others have pledged to FBS and FCS schools.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Even with those sizable numbers, a lot of talent from the state for the cycle remains in the board. Here's a closer look at a group of them:</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1581283' first='Jayden' last='Daale'], QB/ATH, Central Lyon </strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Announced offers:&nbsp;</strong>None.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>The Situation:</strong> Central Lyon came back to the pack a bit last season, dropping a few close decisions. The Lions look to change their fortunes in 2026 with Daale being a three-year starter behind center. He's stood out as a dual-threat quarterback with big-play ability, as we can witness when watching his <a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/21493152/68f7e28c3d533836b9a92304" id="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/21493152/68f7e28c3d533836b9a92304">junior highlight video</a>. A three-sport athlete, Daale runs well, offering quickness in a straight line and laterally. It's a group of traits that might develop into a success on the next level at his current position. There's also a pathway to development at receiver or in the secondary. They're skills that would be welcomed on special teams, too. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Daale has been under-recruited relative to talent. He visited Northwestern College, Augustana, Dordt and Sioux Falls for junior days this year. North Dakota State invited him to camp. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1570576' first='Isaiah' last='Daggett'], QB/DB, Manson-Northwest Webster</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Announced offers:&nbsp;</strong>None.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>The Situation:</strong> Daggett flashes easy arm strength in pushing the ball down the field and through tight windows during his <a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/19639914/68d439801b118871f3752029" id="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/19639914/68d439801b118871f3752029">junior highlight video</a> of 2025. He can move the pocket and throw well when rolling out. There's speed and elusiveness to pick up yards on the ground. Abilities shown while playing quarterback translate to other positions should development behind center stall. Daggett is solidly built and a four-sport athlete. There's plenty of room for physical and fundamental growth when focusing on one sport.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Daggett is not reporting any college interest right now. Perhaps a big senior season will be enough to wake colleges up here. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1352435' first='John' last='Deemer'], ATH, Bedford</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Announced offers:&nbsp;</strong>None.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>The Situation:</strong> A four-sport athlete, Deemer offers plenty of potential as an eight-player standout at Bedford. He rushed for 233 yards (6.7 YPC) and four touchdowns as a junior last season. He racked up 36.5 tackles, 31 of which were of the solo variety. With 8.0 tackles for loss and 5.0 sacks, Deemer proved to be a disruptive presence. We witness it along with his commitment to playing the game physically when watching his <a href="https://x.com/JohnDeemer28/status/1997688124093399544?s=20" id="https://x.com/JohnDeemer28/status/1997688124093399544?s=20">11th-grade highlight video</a>. A case could be made that his future should be focused on running the football. A compelling argument can be put forth that he's best served pursuing a place in a college secondary or at linebacker. Deemer would be a special teams' asset early on in his career on the next level. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Central College played host to Deemer for a junior day in April. Buena Vista, Dordt, Wartburg, North Dakota State Chadron State and Simpson invited him to campus, too. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='1844794' first='Drayce' last='Dohlman'], DT/RB, Clear Lake</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Announced offers:&nbsp;</strong>None.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>The Situation:</strong> Clear Lake was the state's top team in its class for most of the 2025 season and Dohlman was a big reason for the success. Opposing offenses found containing the junior defensive tackle to be very difficult, as can be witnessed when watching his <a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/16612273/69d92ad7b93ceece59e5ca16" id="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/16612273/69d92ad7b93ceece59e5ca16">highlight video</a>. A three-sport athlete, Dohlman brings the leverage, footwork and balance that lead to success in wrestling and track to the gridiron. He gets under the pads of O-Linemen and drives them back in their heels. There's burst and straight-line speed in pursuit. Lateral quickness also is present. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Dohlman isn't reporting any college interest. Perhaps programs on the next level will receive a stronger vision of his potential this fall. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>[player_tooltip player_id='2089744' first='Tate' last='Druschel'], DB, Vinton-Shellsburg</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>Announced offers:&nbsp;</strong>None.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><strong>The Situation:</strong> Druschel put together a strong junior season at Vinton-Shellsburg in 2025. He delivered 14 solo tackles out of 16.5 total stops with three interceptions and a pass defended. Druschel also caught 13 balls, one of which went for a touchdown. There's potential on offense. At least for now, the future looks brighter on defense, however, as we can see when viewing his <a href="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/16779909/691e24bc3d192b2f293c7545" id="https://www.hudl.com/video/3/16779909/691e24bc3d192b2f293c7545">11th-grade highlight video</a>. Druschel is a ball hawk, blanketing receivers working out of the slot or on the outside. He changes directions quickly and fluidly with good instincts for the secondary. Druschel's skills can help on special teams, too.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>He's another prospect colleges have yet to pursue. A solid season as a senior should raise his stock for programs looking to develop the dynamic Druschel.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->