Michael Cunningham Michael Cunningham 6'4" | 275 lbs | OL De Smet | 2025 State MO is one of the most underrated iOL prospect in St. Louis. He attended Toledo’s junior day this month, and I would expect more schools closer to Missouri to be in contact before spring. Good balance, a strong latch, and quick feet highlights Michael’s ability to be a solid pass blocker at the next level. Good power, top speed, and athleticism allows Michael to flatten second level defenders in space. Michael’s size, strength, flexibility, and physicality suggests he has all the tools to be a versatile run blocker in college.

To wrap up my All-St. Louis County offensive line, I have incoming junior Michael Cunningham Michael Cunningham 6'4" | 275 lbs | OL De Smet | 2025 State MO from De Smet. Cunningham comes into the season as our second-ranked offensive lineman in the 2025 class. He starts at center where he is an impressive run blocker. Cunningham has shown an impressive ability to snap the ball quickly and drive through his man to create movement off the line of scrimmage. He also has shown the ability to get up to the second level and pick up blocks in open space. Michael is also reliable in pass protection, showing the ability to pick up stunts/blitzes and not allow much penetration into the pocket. Cunningham currently holds an offer from Missouri State and I expect more to come his way as he has the talent to play at the Division I level.

Michael Cunningham Michael Cunningham 6'4" | 275 lbs | OL De Smet | 2025 State MO is a young offensive lineman that stood out to me this past season as he played a key role on a very talented De Smet team. Cunningham is their starting center and gives them everything they could ask for from the position. He is a dominant run blocker, showing the ability to snap the ball quickly and drive his man down the field. Cunningham also has shown the ability to get to the second level quickly and pick up blocks in open space. He is also very reliable in pass protection, showing the ability to pick up stunts/blitzes and keep a strong base, not allowing much penetration into the pocket. Cunningham doesn’t currently hold any offers but I expect some to come his way soon as he has received some college interest and has the talent to be a very reliable center at the next level.

In simplest terms, Cunningham is a good football player. He ranks as one of the state’s top running backs in 4A and also stands out at linebacker, where he could help a college program. He’s a talented athlete with room to grow.