Dec. 2—QB —Mayo
6-6 —185 —Senior
Noteworthy: Peterson turned in a spectacular season, complete with him having the highest completion percentage in the state (193-for-271, 71.2%). The senior threw for 2,133 yards (fifth in the state) and 18 touchdowns (19th in the state). He averaged 213 yards passing per game.
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementRB —Pine Island
5-10 —170 —Senior
Noteworthy: Thein received strong consideration for our Post Bulletin All-Area Player of the Year distinction. He put up amazing numbers, led by him averaging a jaw-dropping 11.1 yards per carry. Thein — fast, quick and great with his cuts — finished with 1,970 yards rushing. He totaled 28 rushing touchdowns. Thein is a competitive leader on and off the field with an intense work ethic.
RB —Kingsland
5-7 —200 —Senior
Noteworthy: Reiland has been a huge part of Kingsland's massive success over the last five years. He played quarterback for the Knights, but was used almost more as a running back in their system. Reiland, who suffered a late season-ending injury, rushed for 991 yards and 14 touchdowns. He averaged a whopping 9.3 yards per carry, as he uses elite speed and strength. Reiland will play college football at the University of Minnesota Duluth.
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementWR —John Marshall
6-2 —185 —Junior
Noteworthy: Williams was unstoppable for a long stretch of games, continually finishing with more than 100 yards receiving. He finished top three in the state during the regular season in receiving yards (889), and had a gaudy 21.7 per-catch average. Williams displayed great hands, speed and jumping ability and was extremely physical after the catch. He was also a punishing blocker.
WR —Zumbrota-Mazeppa
6-2 —180 —Junior
Noteworthy: Tesmer finished with 28 receptions for 608 yards and eight touchdowns. He also carried the ball 17 times for 228 yards and three touchdowns, showing his overall athleticism. Tesmer is also one of the area's top kickers.
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementWR —Lake City
5-10 —165 —Senior
Noteworthy: One of the best route runners around and with a knack for getting open. Narum had 37 receptions for 513 yards and five touchdowns.
OL —Chatfield
6-0 —200 —Senior
Noteworthy: Hinckley was voted the Southeast District's Lineman of the Year. He did it after averaging 2.5 pancake blocks per game. Hinckley is a two-time all-district player.
OL —Byron
6-1 —270 —Senior
Noteworthy: Jones was named the Skyway Brass Offensive Lineman of the Year. He paved the way for the Bears to average 37.3 points per game as he anchored things at center. A great leader and student of the game. Jones is considering several Division III options for playing in college.
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementOL —Stewartville
6-1 —225 —Senior
Noteworthy: A two-year starter at offensive tackle for the excellent Tigers. One of the most complete offensive linemen that Stewartville has had, according to Tigers coach Garrett Mueller.
OL —John Marshall
6-5 —345 —Senior
Noteworthy: Molina's massive frame matched his massive presence on the football field. He dominated in the run game, paving the way for JM to rush for 150 yards per game and 7 yards per attempt. In the passing game, he allowed just one sack in 172 pass attempts. Molina will play next year at NAIA Waldorf University.
OL —Byron
6-1 —270 —Junior
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementNoteworthy: Edwards has already attracted the attention of several FCS and Division II schools thanks to his talents. He blocked for a running attack that averaged 7.1 yards per carry and allowed just four sacks all season. Has a natural toughness about him.
DL —Kasson-Mantorville
5-10 —195 —Senior
Noteworthy: Peterson-Gordon made the shift from defensive back to defensive line this season. He did it with aplomb, finishing with 24 solo tackles, 27 assists, 9.5 sacks, 17 hurries, 2 forced fumbles and 3 blocked punts for safeties.
DL —Kasson-Mantorville
6-0 —240 —Senior
Noteworthy: Grover was a beast in the middle of K-M's defensive line, finishing with 40 solo tackles, 43 assists, 6 sacks, 5 hurries and 1 fumble recovery.
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementDL —Pine Island
6-3 —215 —Senior
Noteworthy: Grobe was selected as his district's co-Defensive Player of the Year as well as Lineman of the Year. He finished with 54 tackles, 6 sacks, 3 forced fumbles and 16 tackles for loss. He was the second leading tackler on a Pine Island defense that allowed 33 total points prior to the state tournament.
DL —Goodhue
6-2 —230 —Junior
Noteworthy: Playing defensive end, the big and agile O'Reilly piled up 22 solo tackles, 68 assists, 12 tackles for loss, 5 sacks, 5 forced fumbles and recovered two fumbles. O'Reilly was a big reason that Goodhue reached the Prep Bowl.
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementLB —Mayo
5-9 —185 —Senior
Noteworthy: Kipp was one of the most productive linebackers in the state, finishing third in total tackles with 103. He had 64 solos and 39 assists, as well as one sack and one interception.
LB —Lourdes
5-10 —180 —Senior
Noteworthy: Long-time Lourdes coach Mike Kesler calls Lovely the best pure tackler he's ever coached. He finished with 90 tackles this season, 9 for loss, 3 sacks and 2 interceptions. The two-year captain was a four-year starter.
LB —Zumbrota-Mazeppa
6-2 —200 —Junior
Noteworthy: Boraas, also one of the top quarterbacks in the area, showed he's also one of its top middle linebackers. The junior had 54 solo tackles and 20 assists. He also had three tackles for loss and two fumble recoveries, one of which he returned for a touchdown.
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementLB —LeRoy-Ostrander/Lyle-Austin Pacelli
5-10 —185 —Senior
Noteworthy: Roe put up some massive numbers: 121 tackles, 17 tackles for loss, 10.5 sacks and 2 forced fumbles. He was the heart and soul of his team's defense.
LB —Plainview-Elgin-Millville
5-10 —165 —Senior
Noteworthy: Ford was a tackling machine, finishing with 121 of them. He had 12 tackles for loss, 5 sacks and 1 blocked kick. Had a nose for the football.
DB —Byron
6-1 —195 —Senior
Noteworthy: Heimer, also our Post Bulletin All-Area Player of the Year, was the most impactful defensive back and running back in the area, but we'll choose him as a defensive back for the All-Area Team. With blazing speed and elite strength, combined with toughness, he owned the back end of the football field. Heimer finished with 52 tackles, 8.5 tackles for loss, 2 interceptions, 6 pass breakups, 1 forced fumble and 1 fumble recovery. He did all of that despite missing his team's final three games with an injury. Heimer, a huge hitter, will play next season at Minnesota State University, Mankato.
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementDB —Triton
6-5 —205 —Senior
Noteworthy: Petersohn is ranked as high as No. 2 in Minnesota in terms of potential recruits. He committed to Penn State but then flipped to Virginia Tech. Petersohn shined at safety for the Cobras, where he intercepted a pair of passes, had 15 solo tackles and 22 assists, and had few balls thrown his direction for fear he'd pick them off. Petersohn goes down as Triton's all-time best all-around athlete, also among the state's best in basketball and track and field.
DB —Chatfield
5-9 —150 —Senior
Noteworthy: Johnson, who's been selected to play in the Minnesota All-Star Game, finished with four interceptions, two forced fumbles and two fumble recoveries. He also broke up 13 passes and had 41 solo tackles and 52 assists.
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementKicker —Mayo
5-10 —145 —Freshman
Noteworthy: In his first year as a starter, Ties' prep career is off to a great start. He finished 29 for 30 on extra-point kicks and hit field goals from 45, 35, 20, 20, 24, 15 and 26 yards. He missed just two field goals all year and had two kicks that were game-winners.
Kick returner —Kasson-Mantorville
5-10 —175 —Sophomore
Noteworthy: 10 returns for 411 yards, an average of 41.1 yards per return. Returned three for touchdowns.
QB —Stewartville
5-11 —170 —Senior
Noteworthy: Wellik, a deadly accurate passer, had his second straight outstanding season. He completed 66% of his passes (101-for-152) for 1,252 yards, 16 touchdowns and just three interceptions. He did all of that despite having brand-new starters around him at all of Stewartville's skill positions.
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementRB —Stewartville
5-10 —165 —Senior
Noteworthy: A dynamic running back who was extremely versatile, Abdi ran for 1,088 yards and 18 touchdowns, averaging nearly 6 yards per carry and his 18 rushing TDs is tied for third all-time at Stewartville.
RB —Fillmore Central
6-1 —188 —Senior
Noteworthy: A state wrestling champion, Larson can also play some football. He rushed for 1,336 yards and 25 touchdowns. Larson averaged 7 yards per carry. He was a leader on the field who elevated the play of those around him.
WR —Pine Island
6-3 —170 —Senior
Noteworthy: Harstad was a player who demanded double teams as a receiver. He was well known for his contested and highlight catches. Harstad finished with 541 yards receiving with eight touchdowns. His longest catch went for 71 yards.
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementWR —Mayo
5-10 —175 —Senior
Noteworthy: In his third year as a starter, Durgin finished the season with 37 catches, 511 yards and four touchdowns.
WR —LeRoy-Ostrander/Lyle-Austin Pacelli
5-11 —160 —Senior
Noteworthy: Lewison was the heart and soul of the LOLAP team this season and did much of his work at wide receiver. He finished with 54 receptions for 879 yards and 9 touchdowns. That's better than 16 yards per catch.
OL —Mayo
6-2 —305 —Junior
Noteworthy: At 6-2, 305 pounds, Loomis is as strong as an ox. Still just a junior, he's already in his third year as a starter.
OL —Spring Grove
6-2 —305 —Senior
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementNoteworthy: Moen was the top offensive lineman for a team that rushed for more than 1,800 yards and passed for 1,200 yards. He's receiving interest from a pack of Division III schools.
OL —Fillmore Central
6-1 —247 —Senior
Noteworthy: Niemeyer played guard on a dominant offensive line. He was the leader of a group that paved the way for massive rushing numbers by the Falcons.
OL —Plainview-Elgin-Millville
6-8 —305 —Senior
Noteworthy: This mountain of a man isn't done playing football. He has signed to play at Division I University of Northern Iowa for next year. Hynes is a physical force who has a bit of a nasty streak, wanting to get his opponents to the ground.
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementOL —Blooming Prairie
6-1 —240 —Senior
Noteworthy: A three-year starter on the offensive line, Johnson was a versatile one, playing all three positions along the line. He was responsible for making all the line calls and helping the younger players next to him.
DL —John Marshall
5-11 —200 —Senior
Noteworthy: Lukong was a versatile player for JM, rarely leaving the field. He totaled 49 solo tackles from his defensive end spot, 11 assists, 5 sacks and 2 forced fumbles. Lukong has a fierceness that he plays with as well as excellent acceleration. His pursuit of the football never stops.
DL —Lewiston-Altura
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisement6-1 —195 —Senior
Noteworthy: Merchlewitz was the leader of his football team and a four-year starter. He had 16 solo tackles, 32 assists, 4 tackles for loss, 3 sacks, 1 interception, 2 forced fumbles and 1 fumble recovery.
DL —Mayo
6-0 —190 —Senior
Noteworthy: Werneburg was a menace on defense, using his speed and strength to total seven sacks. The 190-pound senior had 21 total tackles for a Mayo team that reached the state tournament.
DL —Byron
6-0 —290 —Senior
Noteworthy: Brakke was chosen as the Skyway Brass Defensive Lineman of the Year. At nose guard, he anchored the Bears' stout defensive line. Brakke has great strength and size and is also quite agile and quick. He pursues the football extremely well.
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementLB —Caledonia
6-3 —215 —Sophomore
Noteworthy: Just a sophomore, Allen shows all the signs of rounding into a star linebacker. He's got the size (6-3, 215) and the movement already. He finished the season with 114 tackles, 2 sacks and 2 forced fumbles for a Caledonia team that reached the state tournament.
LB —Stewartville
6-3 —215 —Senior
Noteworthy: Spencer led his outstanding Stewartville team in tackles with 57 solos. He also had 5 tackles for loss, 2 forced fumbles, 1 fumble recovery and 1 interception. An extremely smart and physical player.
LB —Zumbrota-Mazeppa
6-3 —180 —Senior
Noteworthy: Arendt was the "straw that stirred Z-M's drink," according to Cougars coach Darin Raasch. This team leader finished with 65 solo tackles, 23 assists, 6 tackles for loss and 2 interceptions. He was also named Academic All-State.
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementLB —Goodhue
6-0 —220 —Senior
Noteworthy: Carlson was the heart and soul of a Goodhue team that made it through the regular season unbeaten and then all the way to the Prep Bowl. Big and physical, Carlson had 23 solo tackles, 39 assists, 2 tackles for loss and 1 sack.
DB —Triton
6-2 —195 —Junior
Noteworthy: Thomas is already getting serious recruiting attention, including from Division I programs Wisconsin, North Dakota State and South Dakota State. At safety this past season he had 23 solo tackles and 44 assists.
DB —Goodhue
6-2 —170 —Senior
Noteworthy: Also a wizard at quarterback for a Goodhue team that advanced to the Prep Bowl, Roschen was terrific at defensive back. Taking advantage of his speed and quickness, he had 11 solo tackles, 12 assists, 2 interceptions, 4 pass breakups, 2 tackles for loss and 1 sack.
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementDB —Mabel-Canton
6-1 —170 —Senior
Noteworthy: Underbakke was the true leader of his team, which reached the state tournament. As a safety, he had 50 solo tackles, 76 assists and a whopping 9 interceptions.
Blooming Prairie: Bradley Boyd, Sr., WR, 6-11, 165 (45 receptions, 383 yards, 5 TDs, 16 carries, 74 yards, 1 TD, speed, great route runner, All-District).
Byron: Gabe Coshenet, Sr., WR, 6-1, 170 (Skyway Brass Receiver of the Year, 18 receptions, 371 yards, 7 TDs, 17.6 yards per catch, great route runner, great hands); Jake Jones, Sr., LB, 6-0, 195 (50 tackles, 10 tackles for loss, 2 sacks, vocal leader, hammer on defense); Eli Rodemeyer, Jr., QB, 6-1, 180 (67 for 111 passing for 1,100 yards, 18 TDs, 4 interceptions, 33 carries, 132 yards, 1 TD, All-District, understands the game); Jaymeson Smith, Jr., DL, 6-4, 210 (36 tackles, 10 tackles for loss, 2.5 sacks, great length quickness and speed); Joe Von Arx, Sr., DB, 5-10, 160 (53 tackles, 3.5 tackles for loss, 1 sack, 2 interceptions, great leader, broke his ankle in Week 7); Ben Steele, Sr., DB (committed to Southwest State); Beau Nicklay, Jr., WR; Mason Helland, Sr., WR (14 receptions, 194 yards, 3 TDs); Carter Meinke, Sr., OL; Elijah Saker, Sr., OL; Hayden Landswerk, Sr., OL; Oliver Nicholas, Sr., DL; Keaton Hanson, So, TE (11 receptions, 273 yards, 5 TDs; Carson Steinke, Sr., WR; Jordan Heimer, Jr., LB.
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementCaledonia: Noah Schroeder, Sr., LB, 6-1, 190 (64 tackles, 3 sacks, 2 forced fumbles, 1 fumble recovery); Will Allen, Sr., QB, 6-2, 180 (94 for 168 passing, 1,470 yards, 14 TDs, 6 interceptions).
Cannon Falls: Talant Rifenberick, Sr., DL, 6-4, 230 (31 tackles, 2 sacks, 7 tackles for loss).
Century: Max Elliott, Jr., RB, 5-11, 175 (141 carries, 552 yards, 11 TDs, 24 receptions, 342 yards, 4 TDs); Owin Gerber, Sr., WR, 6-1, 175 (16 receptions, 320 yards); Ethan Backus, Sr., DE, 5-7, 185 (50 tackles, 4 sacks, 4 hurries); Evan Jones, Sr., OL, 6-4, 270 (leader of offensive line); Caiden Krause, Sr., LB, 5-10, 180 (83 tackles); Miles Tesch, Sr., DB, 6-0, 165 (huge competitor); Nate Long, Jr., QB, 6-5, 195 (1,152 yards passing, 5 rushing TDs); Austin Omwamba, So., DE, 5-10, 200 (strong against the run and pass).
Chatfield: DeAndre Williams, Sr., RB (813 yards, 7 TDs in six games, led the district in rushing yards).
AdvertisementAdvertisementAdvertisementDover-Eyota: Joel Skrukrud, Jr., WR, 6-3, 185 (25 receptions, 325 yards, 3 TD, extremely versatile).
Fillmore Central: Bridon Bahl, Jr., QB, 6-0, 183 (89 for 127 passing, 1,639 yards, 70% pass completions, 24 TDs, 3 interceptions, great leader, reads defenses); Joseph Otto, Jr., OL, 6-3, 269 (extremely big and strong, played guard); Ryan Schroeder, Jr., DL, 5-11, 253 (18 solo tackles, 27 assists, 4 solo tackles for loss, 1 tackle assisted for loss, 1 forced fumble).
Goodhue: Owen Roschen, Jr., DB, 5-11, 155 (15 solo tackles, 25 assists, 2 tackles for loss, 1 sack, 4 interceptions, 11 pass breakups, 1 forced fumble, 1 fumble recovery); Hayden Holm, Sr., RB, 5-9, 155 (71 carries, 502 yards, 7 touchdowns, 7.1 yards per carry); Michael Roschen, Sr., DB, 6-0, 170 (12 solo tackles, 17 assists, 1 sack, 1 interception, 4 pass breakups); Christian Monjaraz, Jr., kicker, 5-7, 130 (40 for 42 on extra points, 1 field goal out of 1 attempt, 25 yards).
Hayfield: Wyatt Arndt, Sr., OL, 6-2, 280 (varsity player for three years); Austin Dahle, Sr., OL, 6-3, 280 (varsity player for three years, All-District); Alex Vargas, Sr., kicker, 5-10, 150 (made seven extra points).
Houston: Axel Vix, Sr., 6-0, 250, TE (was used all over the field for Houston, 433 yards rushing, 240 receiving, 8 TDs, key blocker); Logan Kinstler, Sr., 6-1, 240, OL (a key lead blocker for one of the leading rushing teams in the section. Southeast District Lineman of the Year).
John Marshall: Savy Vath, Sr., QB, 6-2, 180 (81 for 152 passing, 1,264 yards, 13 TDs, 139 carries, 775 yards, 6 TDs, 6 2-point conversions, Academic All-State, 4.0 GPA); Braden Daubige, Sr., LB, 6-1, 215 (52 solo tackles, 17 assists, 2 sacks).
Kasson-Mantorville: Parker Richards, Jr., LB, 6-0, 195 (52 solo tackles, 63 assists, 1 sack, 4 blocked kicks); Quinn Weis, Sr., OL, 6-2, 230 (top offensive lineman on a team that reached the Prep Bowl and averaged 7.9 yards per rush); Camryn Tottingham, Jr., DB, 6-4, 195 (16 solo tackles, 6 interceptions, 7 passes broken up).
Lake City: Colter Hegge, Sr., QB, 6-2, 185 (87 for 168, 1,205 yards, 11 TDs, 3 interceptions, 110 carries, 676 yards, 13 TDs, All-District).
La Crescent-Hokah: Maverick Moor, Jr., QB, 6-0, 175 (47 for 95, 680 yards, 9 TDs); A'Jaydis Patschull, Jr., 6-3, 175 (28 receptions, 369 yards, 2 TDs; 37 carries, 161 yards); Mason Conroy, RB, 6-1, 175 (139 carries, 662 carries, 2 TDs); Andrew Theede, So., OL, 6-1, 180 (handled each team's noseguard).
Lanesboro: Mason Gilbertson, Sr., DB, 6-0, 180 (4 interceptions, led the team in tackles, All-District); David Harvey, Sr., LB, 6-1, 185 (56 tackles, 4 sacks, 3 forced fumbles).
LeRoy-Ostrander/Lyle-Austin Pacelli: Reid Hungerholt, Jr., QB, 6-2, 165 (126 for 270, 1,857 yards, 202 carries, 1,187 yards, 9 TDs, All-District).
Lewiston-Altura: Tyson Prigge, Sr., LB, 5-9, 156 (45 solo tackles, 41 assists, 5 tackles for loss, 4 sacks, 3 forced fumbles); Gavin Bambenek, Sr., DB, 6-0, 154 (25 solo tackles, 5 interceptions, 1 fumble recovery); Josh Dietrich, Sr. OL, 5-9, 220 (team averaged 6.1 yards per carry); Jayden Hansen, Sr., QB (49 for 97 passing, 958 yards, 15 TDs, 6 interceptions, school record for passing TDs in a season).
Mabel-Canton: Kale Tollefsrud, Sr, RB, 5-9, 160 (169 carries, 1,131 yards, 20 TDs, 31 receptions, 582 yards, 8 TDs); Milton Hutchinson, Sr., DL, 5-11, 225 (28 solo tackles, 77 assists).
Mayo: Lincoln Majerus, Sr., RB, 5-8, 205 (2-year starter); Brody Schmidt, Sr, DB, 5-10, 190 (3-year starter, All-Star Game selection); Noah Hagen, Sr., WR, 5-10, 170; Brody Cothern, Sr., OL, 5-10, 240 (2-year starter, only one bad snap out of the pistol); Danny Myszkowski, Sr., DB, 5-11, 160; Xavier Adams, So., RB, 6-0, 180; Nate Lee, Sr., OL, 5-10, 210.
Plainview-Elgin-Millville: Aiden Graner, Sr., LB, 5-9, 165 (95 tackles, 10 tackles for loss, 2.5 sacks, 3 interceptions, 4 blocked kicks, 1 forced fumble, 2 fumbles recovered, 1 defensive TD, a huge hitter).
Rushford-Peterson: Jaxson Meldahl, Sr., RB, 5-9, 175 (93 carries, 622 yards, 2 TDs; 10 receptions, 154 yards, two TDs); Zach Baker, Sr., DE, 6-1, 200 (38 tackles, 8 tackles for loss, 1 forced fumble, 2 fumbles receovered; Cole Thompson, Jr., LB, 5-11, 185 (59 tackles, 5 tackles for loss, 1 sack); Carson Johnson, Jr., DB, 5-10, 155 (51 tackles, 3 tackles for loss, 1 interception, 1 blocked kick); Creighton Hoiness, Jr., punter, 6-2, 175 (21 punts, 738 yards, 35.1 average).
Southland: Royce Jax, Sr., LB, 5-9, 185 (99 tackles, 1 sack, 1 fumble recovery); Henry Wiste, Jr. QB, 6-3, 200 (100 for 176 passing, 1,559 yards, 17 TDs, 7 interceptions, 81 carries, 345 yards, 5 TDs); Cael Smith, So., RB, 5-9, 155 (58 carries, 648 yards, 8 TDs, 21 receptions, 381 yards, 5 TDs); Beau Sathre, Jr., LB, 6-0, 195 (61 tackles, 2 interceptions, 2 interceptions for TDs, 1 blocked kick); Lawson Jax, Sr., DL, 5-8, 200 (65 tackles, 4 sacks, 1 forced fumble); Carson Wagner, Sr., DL (48 tackles, 1 sack, 1 blocked punt); Cam Forthun, OL (played offensive tackle); Landon Hill, Jr., LB, 5-10, 185 (51 tackles, 1 sack); Tate Goergen, Jr., WR, 6-1, 150 (25 receptions, 381 yards, 5 TDs).
Spring Grove: Ricardo Reynolds, Sr., 6-2, 225, RB (108 carries, 678 yards, 12 TDs, 9 2-point conversions, 16 receptions, 154 yards, 1 TD, downhill runner with speed); Caden Gerard, Jr., 6-0, 185, WR (27 receptions, 504 yards, 6 TDs, a constant big-play threat, great on 50/50 balls).
Stewartville: Mikky Heydt, Sr., LB, 6-0, 205 (44 tackles, 1 tackle for loss, 2 sacks, difference maker on the edge of defense); Peyton English, Jr., LB, 6-2, 215 (56 tackles, 5 tackles for loss, 1 sack, has size and speed); Tommy Lofgren, Jr., DL, 6-3, 215 (33 tackles, 8 tackles for loss, 2 sacks, 1 forced fumble, played defensive end).
Wabasha-Kellogg: Tre' Calhoun, Sr., OL, 6-0, 249 (three-year starter who didn't allow a sack all season); Gavyn Castagnaro, Sr., RB, 5-11, 190 (132 carries, 971 yards, 14 TDs); Tyler Hawkins, Sr., WR, 5-7, 150 (31 receptions, 299 yards, 3 TDs); Bryar Ender, Jr., DL, 6-5, 230 (88 tackles, 15 tackles for loss, 6 sacks, 4 forced fumbles, 5 recovered fumbles, potential Division II recruit).
Winona Cotter: Dane Guzzo, Sr., QB, 6-2, 200 (50 for 96 passing, 801 yards, 9 TDs, 2 interceptions, 104 carries, 545 yards, 15 TDs, a starter since his freshman year); Isaac Meinke, Sr., RB, 5-9, 150 (94 carries, 1,002 yards, 11 TDs, 14 receptions, 130 yards, great speed and physicality); Isaiah Tews, Jr., LB, 6-0, 200 (66 tackles, 4 sacks, 11 tackles for loss, 1 interception, 2 fumble recoveries); Kaiden Diadzun, Sr., DL, 6-1, 215 (43 tackles, 2 sacks, 8 tackles for loss, 2 forced fumbles, 1 fumble recovery, plays with heart and physicality).
Zumbrota-Mazeppa: Bakster Arendt, Sr., LB, 6-3, 180 (65 solo tackles, 23 assists, 6 tackles for loss, 2 interceptions, Academic All-State, All-District); Gavin Seymour, Sr., 6-3, 230 (43 solo tackles, 15 assists, 2 sacks, 4 tackles for loss, 2 fumble recoveries, tasked with eating up blocks but still made a load of tackles).
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