Similar to top offensive players, there are a number of solid juniors that are picking up D1 interest in the state. Will be updating class rosters with end of season stats and players receiving all-state, all-metro/city/area, and all-conference lists.
Defensive Lineman
Andrew Stelter, 6’4 245, DE, Owatonna (5A) - Has made visits to Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Nebraska. 2011 All Conference. All-Area Team. Recorded 39 tackles (20 solo), 6 sacks, 1 fumble recovery, and 1 pass defection. In track, recorded a 52’8” shot and 145’5” discus throws. Shuttle time was 4.51, max vertical is 32.5”, max bench is 290, and max squat is 525. GPA is 3.7.
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/644893/andrew-stelter
Preston Woods, 6’3 280, OL/DL, South Saint Paul - Two way starter on 11-2 team as a sophomore, had 16 tackles (14 solo), 9 TFL, 2 sacks, 3 knockdowns, 2 forced fumbles, 1 fumble recovery, 3 pass breakups, and 1 safety. 2011 State Qualifier in wresting and had 31-12 record. Max bench 379. Recorded 20 reps at 225. Max squat is 510.
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/748609/#highlights/7509414
Drew Greely, 6’3 220, DE, Wayzata (6A) - In 7 games, has 38 tackles (12 solo), 7 TFL, 2.5 sacks, 3 PBU, 3 QB hurries, 2 forced fumbles, and 2 fumble recoveries both for touchdowns. In 11 games as a sophomore, has 37 tackles (24 solo), 2 sacks, 8 TFLs, 1 INT, 2 hurries, 3 PBUs and 4 PD. Recorded a 4.7 40, vertical is 29.5”, max bench is 250, and max squat is 385. GPA is 3.5.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fmf-x8Dyt3c
Christian Triplett, 6’5 270, DT, Delano (4A) - In 10 games, has 78 tackles (40 solo) and 5 sacks. On offense, has 8 receptions for 161 yards. In 10 games as sophomore, had 57 tackles (36 solo), 3 sacks, 1 TFL, 1 fumble recovered, and 1 punt blocked. GPA is 3.2.
Frank Ragnow, 6’6 275, OL/DT, Chanhassen - Received an offer from Minnesota. Two way starter for Chanhassen. In 6 games has 13 tackles (7 solo), 6 sacks, 5 passes blocked, and 3 field goals blocked.
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/757982/#highlights/10658380
Mason Diedrick, 6’5 200, DL, Mayer Lutheran - In 8 games, has recorded 28 tackles (20 solo) and 8 sacks.
Noah Voigt, 6’4 225, DL, St. Cloud Tech - In 8 games, has 26 tackles, 1 sack, 2 TFL, and 1 fumble recovery.
Joe Wa Njoyi, 6’2 285, NG, Prior Lake (6A) - Started NG for Prior Lake.
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/749606/#highlights/22699179
Linebackers
Payton Jordahl, 6’3 200, LB, Perham - In 8 games, has 83 tackles (45 solo), 2 sack, 4 TFLs and 2 forced fumbles. 2011 All-Conference. In 12 games as a sophomore, recorded 96 tackles (53 solo), 4 TFLs, and 2 fumbles recovered.
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/758746/payton-jordahl
Eji Ejiya, 6’3 185, LB, Spring Lake Park - In 8 games, has 138 carries for 1406 yards (10.2 ypc) and 17 TDs. On defense, has 84 tackles (60 solo). 2011 All-Conference. In 9 games as a sophomore, has 89 tackles (62 solo), 3.5 sack, and 3 INTs. Recorded a 43’2 triple jump in track and a 4.57 40.
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/627451/ejodamen-ejiya
Caleb Butler, 6’3 210, LB, Blaine (6A) - In 8 games, has 109 tackles (16 solo), .5 sacks, 5 forced fumbles, and 3 fumble recoveries.
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/369356/#caleb-butler
Gregory Menard, 6’2 215, DE/LB, Lakeville North (6A) - In 8 games, has 53 tackles (13 solo), 7 sacks, 7 TFLs, and 1 fumble recovery.
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/192604/#highlights/9429388
Careino Gurley, 6’3 230, LB, Minnetonka - Starting LB for Minnetonka. (No stats available.)
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/281854/#highlights/7376375
Isaac Weber, 5’11 205, LB, Mankato West - In 7 games, has 104 tackles, 4 sacks, 2 fumbles recovered, and 3 forced fumbles. 2011 All-Conference. In 12 games as a sophomore, had 105 tackles (22 solo), 2 sacks, 1 fumble recovery, and 1 INT. Recorded a 4.75 40, 4.4 shuttle, 5 reps at 225 for bench, and 5 squats at 370.
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/463586/#highlights/10133372
Nick Mertes, 6’3 215, LB, Edina - In 8 games as a sophomore, has 29 tackles (5 solo), 3 sacks, and 1 forced fumble.
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/757982/#highlights/10658380
Emmanuel Ehrich, 6’1 195, LB, Maple Grove - In 8 games, has 96 tackles (54 solo), 1 fumble recovery, 1 forced fumble, and 2 INTs. In 4 games as a sophomore, had 14 tackles in varsity games.
Josh Sitarz, 6’2 190, LB, Totino-Grace - In 8 games, had 54 tackles (33 solo), 4 sacks, 3 hurries, and 1 TFL.
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/408903/#highlights/11937376
Cody Stanger, 6’1 190, LB, Stewartville - In 8 games, has 116 tackles (101 solo), 4 sacks, 1 fumble recovery, and 2 forced fumbles.
Defensive Backs
Aaron Williams, 6’2 180, DB, Minnehaha Academy - In 8 games, has 36 tackles (28 solo) and 5 INTs.
Kyle Kalivoda, 5’10 170, DB, Wayzata - In 7 games, has 32 tackles (14 solo), 2.5 TFLs, 2 PBU, and 2 pass deflected. In 13 games as a sophomore, had 58 tackles (41 solo), 3 TFL, 3 INTs, 7 PD, and 4 PBUs.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aGIm5xXNXuM
Graham Fritz, 5’11 180, DB/Athlete, Minneapolis SW - In 8 games, has 88 tackles (40 solo), 1 TFL, 1 INT, 2 forced fumbles, and 1 fumble recovery. As a sophomore had 79 tackles, 3 INTs, and 2 forced fumbles.
Dallas Freeman, 6’1 165, DB, St. Michael Albertville - In 8 games, has 26 tackles (11 solo) and 5 INTs.
Adam Kraft, 6’2 190, DB, Delano – In 8 games, has 15 receptions for 373 yards and 6 TDs. On defense has 37 tackles (17 solo) and 2 INTs. In 10 games as a sophomore, had 39 tackles (23 solo), 4 INTs, and 2 fumbles recovered.
Sam Johnson, 6’0 170, DB/Athlete, Monticello - In 8 games, has 54 tackles (22 solo), 2 INTs, 1 forced fumble, and 2 blocked kicks. In sophomore season, had 65 tackles, 1 INT, and 2 blocked punts. Recorded a 4.5 40. Varsity hockey player since 8th grade.
Zach Martin, 6’1 180, DB, Dassel-Cokato - In 6 games, had 39 tackles (16 solo), 2 INTs, 2 forced fumbles, and 1 recovery.
Tim Gordon, 5’11 165, DB/WR, CDH - Starting CB as a junior.
Defensive Lineman
Andrew Stelter, 6’4 245, DE, Owatonna (5A) - Has made visits to Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Nebraska. 2011 All Conference. All-Area Team. Recorded 39 tackles (20 solo), 6 sacks, 1 fumble recovery, and 1 pass defection. In track, recorded a 52’8” shot and 145’5” discus throws. Shuttle time was 4.51, max vertical is 32.5”, max bench is 290, and max squat is 525. GPA is 3.7.
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/644893/andrew-stelter
Preston Woods, 6’3 280, OL/DL, South Saint Paul - Two way starter on 11-2 team as a sophomore, had 16 tackles (14 solo), 9 TFL, 2 sacks, 3 knockdowns, 2 forced fumbles, 1 fumble recovery, 3 pass breakups, and 1 safety. 2011 State Qualifier in wresting and had 31-12 record. Max bench 379. Recorded 20 reps at 225. Max squat is 510.
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/748609/#highlights/7509414
Drew Greely, 6’3 220, DE, Wayzata (6A) - In 7 games, has 38 tackles (12 solo), 7 TFL, 2.5 sacks, 3 PBU, 3 QB hurries, 2 forced fumbles, and 2 fumble recoveries both for touchdowns. In 11 games as a sophomore, has 37 tackles (24 solo), 2 sacks, 8 TFLs, 1 INT, 2 hurries, 3 PBUs and 4 PD. Recorded a 4.7 40, vertical is 29.5”, max bench is 250, and max squat is 385. GPA is 3.5.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fmf-x8Dyt3c
Christian Triplett, 6’5 270, DT, Delano (4A) - In 10 games, has 78 tackles (40 solo) and 5 sacks. On offense, has 8 receptions for 161 yards. In 10 games as sophomore, had 57 tackles (36 solo), 3 sacks, 1 TFL, 1 fumble recovered, and 1 punt blocked. GPA is 3.2.
Frank Ragnow, 6’6 275, OL/DT, Chanhassen - Received an offer from Minnesota. Two way starter for Chanhassen. In 6 games has 13 tackles (7 solo), 6 sacks, 5 passes blocked, and 3 field goals blocked.
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/757982/#highlights/10658380
Mason Diedrick, 6’5 200, DL, Mayer Lutheran - In 8 games, has recorded 28 tackles (20 solo) and 8 sacks.
Noah Voigt, 6’4 225, DL, St. Cloud Tech - In 8 games, has 26 tackles, 1 sack, 2 TFL, and 1 fumble recovery.
Joe Wa Njoyi, 6’2 285, NG, Prior Lake (6A) - Started NG for Prior Lake.
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/749606/#highlights/22699179
Linebackers
Payton Jordahl, 6’3 200, LB, Perham - In 8 games, has 83 tackles (45 solo), 2 sack, 4 TFLs and 2 forced fumbles. 2011 All-Conference. In 12 games as a sophomore, recorded 96 tackles (53 solo), 4 TFLs, and 2 fumbles recovered.
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/758746/payton-jordahl
Eji Ejiya, 6’3 185, LB, Spring Lake Park - In 8 games, has 138 carries for 1406 yards (10.2 ypc) and 17 TDs. On defense, has 84 tackles (60 solo). 2011 All-Conference. In 9 games as a sophomore, has 89 tackles (62 solo), 3.5 sack, and 3 INTs. Recorded a 43’2 triple jump in track and a 4.57 40.
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/627451/ejodamen-ejiya
Caleb Butler, 6’3 210, LB, Blaine (6A) - In 8 games, has 109 tackles (16 solo), .5 sacks, 5 forced fumbles, and 3 fumble recoveries.
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/369356/#caleb-butler
Gregory Menard, 6’2 215, DE/LB, Lakeville North (6A) - In 8 games, has 53 tackles (13 solo), 7 sacks, 7 TFLs, and 1 fumble recovery.
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/192604/#highlights/9429388
Careino Gurley, 6’3 230, LB, Minnetonka - Starting LB for Minnetonka. (No stats available.)
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/281854/#highlights/7376375
Isaac Weber, 5’11 205, LB, Mankato West - In 7 games, has 104 tackles, 4 sacks, 2 fumbles recovered, and 3 forced fumbles. 2011 All-Conference. In 12 games as a sophomore, had 105 tackles (22 solo), 2 sacks, 1 fumble recovery, and 1 INT. Recorded a 4.75 40, 4.4 shuttle, 5 reps at 225 for bench, and 5 squats at 370.
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/463586/#highlights/10133372
Nick Mertes, 6’3 215, LB, Edina - In 8 games as a sophomore, has 29 tackles (5 solo), 3 sacks, and 1 forced fumble.
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/757982/#highlights/10658380
Emmanuel Ehrich, 6’1 195, LB, Maple Grove - In 8 games, has 96 tackles (54 solo), 1 fumble recovery, 1 forced fumble, and 2 INTs. In 4 games as a sophomore, had 14 tackles in varsity games.
Josh Sitarz, 6’2 190, LB, Totino-Grace - In 8 games, had 54 tackles (33 solo), 4 sacks, 3 hurries, and 1 TFL.
http://www.hudl.com/athlete/408903/#highlights/11937376
Cody Stanger, 6’1 190, LB, Stewartville - In 8 games, has 116 tackles (101 solo), 4 sacks, 1 fumble recovery, and 2 forced fumbles.
Defensive Backs
Aaron Williams, 6’2 180, DB, Minnehaha Academy - In 8 games, has 36 tackles (28 solo) and 5 INTs.
Kyle Kalivoda, 5’10 170, DB, Wayzata - In 7 games, has 32 tackles (14 solo), 2.5 TFLs, 2 PBU, and 2 pass deflected. In 13 games as a sophomore, had 58 tackles (41 solo), 3 TFL, 3 INTs, 7 PD, and 4 PBUs.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aGIm5xXNXuM
Graham Fritz, 5’11 180, DB/Athlete, Minneapolis SW - In 8 games, has 88 tackles (40 solo), 1 TFL, 1 INT, 2 forced fumbles, and 1 fumble recovery. As a sophomore had 79 tackles, 3 INTs, and 2 forced fumbles.
Dallas Freeman, 6’1 165, DB, St. Michael Albertville - In 8 games, has 26 tackles (11 solo) and 5 INTs.
Adam Kraft, 6’2 190, DB, Delano – In 8 games, has 15 receptions for 373 yards and 6 TDs. On defense has 37 tackles (17 solo) and 2 INTs. In 10 games as a sophomore, had 39 tackles (23 solo), 4 INTs, and 2 fumbles recovered.
Sam Johnson, 6’0 170, DB/Athlete, Monticello - In 8 games, has 54 tackles (22 solo), 2 INTs, 1 forced fumble, and 2 blocked kicks. In sophomore season, had 65 tackles, 1 INT, and 2 blocked punts. Recorded a 4.5 40. Varsity hockey player since 8th grade.
Zach Martin, 6’1 180, DB, Dassel-Cokato - In 6 games, had 39 tackles (16 solo), 2 INTs, 2 forced fumbles, and 1 recovery.
Tim Gordon, 5’11 165, DB/WR, CDH - Starting CB as a junior.
