Production was no problem for Heller in 2025. The Okoboji junior piled up 80.0 tackles, 61 of which were solo stops. He collected 13.5 tackles for loss, 2.5 sacks, a pair of forced fumbles, a fumble recovery, an interception and a pass defended. He caught 21 passes for 151 yards and a couple of touchdowns, and added a two-point conversion. All of that led to first-team all-state honors from the Des Moines Register and defensive player of the year honors in his district. A hurdler, Heller reports running the 40-yard dash in 4.59 seconds and the 100 in 11.4. He reports a 6-9 wingspan and a 35-inch vertical leap. The athleticism shines through during his 11th-grade highlight video. It makes him a versatile linebacker capable of delivering in the box or when lining up in the slot against a tight end or receiver. Heller’s long strides help him eat up real estate whether flying to a tackle, sticking in coverage or making plays when the ball is thrown his way. He’s definitely worthy of more attention along the recruiting trail.