The speedy tailback and returner for DMC, David Tokheim brings an added element to the offense that every team could use.

Effectively the Lions’ Kaden Wetjen, Tokheim is a gadget player that can affect the game on the ground, through the air and on special teams. Super quick in and out of cuts as a ball-carrier, Tokheim adds a dynamic that’s difficult for defenses to completely account for.

Either a slot receiver or a third down back at the next level, Tokheim will need to continue to add weight, but he’s got the tool kit to be an effective playmaker in two phases of the game.

Similar to Kampman, Davis Tokheim Davis Tokheim 5'9" | 160 lbs | ATH Des Moines Christian | 2027 State IA of Des Moines Christian was a pivotal piece in the success the Lions were able to put on the field last season.

As a sophomore, Tokheim’s most notable contributions came as a running back, taking 67 carries for 493 yards and five scores, while also returning 13 kicks for 293 yards and two scores.

This season, he’s done more to live up to the ATH positional description.

Starring in all three phases, Tokheim’s production starts out of the backfield, as he’s taken 92 carries for 567 yards and seven touchdowns. Defensively, he’s grabbed three interceptions, returning two for TDs (ranked first in defensive scores in 3A). On special teams, the junior has returned nine punts for 221 yards and four kicks for 121 yards and a score.

Tokheim got his feet wet contributing on offense and defense as a sophomore in 2024 but really impacted the Lions’ special teams. He returned 13 punts for 293 yards (22.5 YPR) and two touchdowns, and brought back 10 kicks for 218 yards. He rushed for 493 yards (7.4 YPC) and five scores splitting running back duties. Five of his 9.0 tackles were of the solo variety. The potential is there for him to take a considerable step forward as a three-phase standout next season. The beginning of his sophomore highlight video reveals how he picked up ground yards. He’s a nice mix of power and speed as a ball carrier. He’s balanced with a burst and escapability.