Pace begins his sophomore season as the No. 2 offensive lineman and fifth-ranked player overall in the latest Prep Redzone Iowa rankings. At 6-foot-4, 290 pounds, the Western Dubuque blocker already overpowers opponents on the high school level. It’s exciting to think about his future, too, with a projectable frame and a prep program with a strong history for developing dudes in the trenches. Pace has the look of another Bobcat success story. As mentioned, he wins a lot of battles with strength. But that’s not to say he’s just a bruiser. Pace is athletic and agile, which also leads to success in track. He operates with active hands and is light on his feet. Pace as the ability to be special.

Western Dubuque listed the physically advanced Pace on its varsity roster in 2025. I don’t believe the highlights on his Hudl page are from that level, however. What we see on them is dominant interior offensive lineman that can win in a phone booth or out in space. He pulls with ease, generating momentum and picking off helpless defenders. With good feet, agility and a frame that can comfortable add good weight, Pace is a prospect to watch moving forward in a program that does a good job developing talent in the trenches.