The MVP of the game was Tom Scherr Tom Scherr 6'3" | 195 lbs | ATH Wahlert Catholic | 2025 State IA , who delivered as a big-time playmaker on offense despite playing with a high ankle sprain. Scherr caught 5 passes for 128 yards and 2 touchdowns, while adding 6 carries for 49 yards and a touchdown. Scherr was able to stretch the secondary, showing explosive bursts and quick instincts as the ball went in the air as put up several highlight-reel plays both in the passing game, and running the ball on Jet sweep plays. Scherr finishes his senior season with over 1200 yards and 20 touchdowns from scrimmage, and his versatile usage on offense makes him a valuable component for targeting teams, with his value skyrocketing after winning the championship game’s MVP title.

Scherr impacted games throughout the season, but it was when he reached the UNI-Dome that he shined the brightest. The versatile senior helped the Golden Eagles win the 3A state championship. Scherr rushed six times for 49 yards and a touchdown, and hauled in five passes for 128 yards and two scores. Out of everybody in this writeup, he might have the most room to grow as a player. Scherr could fit as a receiver or, eventually, a tight end in college. His athleticism and agility could be utilized on defense, too. He wrestles and finished third in the 3A 400 meters at state track in the spring.

Tom Scherr Tom Scherr 6'3" | 195 lbs | ATH Wahlert Catholic | 2025 State IA had a strong presence as a playmaker at LB, while also providing well in the explosive run game. Scherr finished with 24 rushing yards on 5 carries and a touchdown in the third quarter. On defense, Scherr had 6 tackles, 4 TFLs, and a sack. Scherr was all over the field on Saturday, making his presence be known as he kept the Warriors from translating their solid production on offense into points. Scherr impact was felt in the box as he’s clearly held his ground as a sideline-to-sideline defender, and that explosiveness will be important toward disrupting Humboldt’s offense this week.