Top Western Indiana Conference 2025 Prospects

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>We are back in Western Indiana to recognize some great 2025 talent on both sides of the ball. Western Indiana Conference may have some schools you have never heard of but there are hidden gems with some serious talent. These prospects all had promising Sophomore seasons last fall and are looking to stack another great season on top. Less than a week away from game 1 and the anticipation is rising. Keep an eye on these great prospects in week 1 and the rest of the season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["582113"],"_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_0_evaluation":"[player_tooltip player_id='582113' first='Jace' last='Deakins'] is a 6'1u0022 210 pound two-way player for Northview High School. Sophomore season stats include 34 solo tackles, 25 assists, 59 total tackles, 1 TFL, and 2 sacks. Defensively, Jace shows to be a gritty, physical linebacker. When he hits someone, it is a collision, no more forward progress for the ball carrier. Jace also plays tight end and shows to be a good blocker at times. 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