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Charlie Cruse

Charlie Cruse

Charlie Cruse

Wide Receiver
2025 Class
6'1" Height
205 Weight
Downers Grove North School
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Charlie
Cruse WR
Class
2025
Height
6'1"
Weight
205
HS
Downers Grove North
|
IL
The DGN wide out is still weighing his options.  UW-Whitewater and Eau Claire the two programs he has...
Evaluation by Scott Burgess
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Charlie Cruse is a 6'1" Wide Receiver in the 2025 class. Cruse attends Downers Grove North in Illinois. Cruse's Player Profile was created on September 22, 2021. Subscribe to Prep Redzone to see where Charlie Cruse is ranked and what our scouts have written about them.

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Charlie
Cruse WR
Class
2025
Height
6'1"
Weight
205
HS
Downers Grove North
|
IL
Charlie Cruse
The DGN wide out is still weighing his options.  UW-Whitewater and Eau Claire the two programs he has...
Written by Scott Burgess
Read more at PrepRedzone.com
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Charlie
Cruse WR
Class
2025
Height
6'1"
Weight
205
HS
Downers Grove North
|
IL
Charlie Cruse
Charlie Cruse emerged as a standout two-way player during his junior season at Downers Grove North. Standing at...
Written by Eric Bergman
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The DGN wide out is still weighing his options.  UW-Whitewater and Eau Claire the two programs he has offers from.

1 year ago

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Charlie Cruse Charlie Cruse Charlie Cruse 6'1" | 205 lbs | WR Downers Grove North | 2025 State IL emerged as a standout two-way player during his junior season at Downers Grove North. Standing at 6’1″ and weighing 190 lbs, this versatile athlete showcased his prowess primarily as a defensive back. His impact on the field was evident, with an impressive 42 tackles and securing 3 interceptions. Cruse’s standout performance as a defensive back positions him as a highly sought-after recruit for teams seeking a player with his exceptional level of versatility. With a combination of size, skill, and playmaking ability, Cruse is poised to be a valuable addition to any team looking to bolster its roster.

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Final 2025 Illinois Rankings

Final 2025 Illinois Rankings

Prep Redzone Staff • December 9, 2024

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2025 Recruiting Notebook: Offense

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7A Quarterfinals Prospect Preview

7A Quarterfinals Prospect Preview

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10 Best: Saturday 2nd Round Playoff Games

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2025 Film Room: Western Suburbs Wide Receivers

2025 Film Room: Western Suburbs Wide Receivers

Scott Burgess • February 23, 2024

Returning juniors in IL to watch next year

Returning juniors in IL to watch next year

Eric Bergman • January 24, 2024

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