Sharing his name with one of the top prospects in the country in 2026 OT, Jackson Cantwell out of Nixa, Missouri, Jack Cantwell Jack Cantwell 6'1" | 190 lbs | RB/LB West Delaware | 2026 IA had to do some living up to his name in 2025, and so far, he’s done that on both sides of the ball for West Delaware.

On offense, Cantwell leads the Hawks in yards despite being third in carries, taking 98 rushes for 1,005 yards (10.3 yards per carry) and 11 scores. He also leads WD in receiving with 19 catches for 293 yards and two touchdowns.

Defensively, Cantwell keeps up the effort as his team’s third-leading tackler, posting 43 tackles and adding three interceptions, including a pick-six.

Cantwell delivered key contributions on both sides of the ball for a West Delaware outfit that faced a tough schedule in 2024. With a lot of talent returning in Manchester, the Hawks are set up to fly higher this season. Cantwell figures to build on a junior season that saw him rush for 348 yards (10.5 YPC) and six touchdowns, and add a pair of receptions for 37 yards. On defense, Cantwell recorded 16.0 tackles (12 solo, 3.0 TFL), a sack and a pair of interceptions. His junior highlight video shows how he gets the job done. The first clip has him taking a swing pass and turning into a chunk play with straight speed. In addition to being fast, he runs with good balance.