2021 Football Defense Finalists

Bryce Norman

The Southeast Missouri State signee was named as the Class 5 Defensive Player of the Year in the state of Missouri after totaling 170 tackles on the season. He was an All-State First Team selection.

Randol McDowell

The Southeast Missouri State commit was a finalist for the coveted Derland Moore Award, which goes to the top player in the SEMO Conference. He was an All-State First Team selection.

Flint Guilliams

The junior defensive back made a highlight play (a 64-yard punt return) in the Indians’ dominating MSHSAA Class 5 state championship win over Platte County. He was named to the All-State First Team.

Tony Terry

The massive and athletic defensive end struck fear into opponents’ offensive line all season with great pass rushing abilities.

Evan DeWilde

The Indian linebacker earned All-Conference, All-Region, and All-District honors after making over 80 tackles and helping St. Vincent to a 6-3 mark.

Jake Stewart

The senior linebacker earned All-State First Team honors after helping the Indians finish 11-1.

Tyliek Moore

The senior defensive back helped Hayti win 10 of its 11 games and earned All-State First Team honors.

Hunter Jenkins

The junior linebacker fought through a painful muscle tear early in the fall and ultimately earned All-State Third Team and All- SEMO Conference Second Team honors.

Keaton Fitzgerald

The Central Methodist signee helped Kelly win its first District game and finish 8-3.

Drew Dirnberger

The senior defensive back earned All-SEMO Conference honors after playing a pivotal role in the resurgence of Kelly football over the past three seasons.