4A MVP:
Ashton Buswell, Weber5-9, 170, Sr.
Wendy's High School Heisman finalist was a true Warrior on both sides of the ball. He had 105 tackles and five interceptions.
QUARTERBACK
DANNY SOUTHWICK, Timpview, 6-2, 205, Sr.
Tremendous thrower passed for 2,984 yards -- a state record for yards per game at 298.4 -- and 27 touchdowns during his senior season.
SETH PATTERSON, Bountiful, 5-9, 180, Sr.
Great two-way player was the Braves' QB on both sides as QB and free safety. He had 45 total tackles. The Region 5 offensive MVP passed for 130.5 yards a game with 20 TDs. He also rushed for 610 yards and five scores.
RUNNING BACKS
MISI TUPE, Bonneville, 5-11, 230, Sr.
Region 4 offensive MVP is a two-time first-team all-stater. He rushed for 21 touchdowns and 1,221 yards on 130 carries for a whopping 9.39 yards per carry.
MATT RAMOS, Bountiful, 6-0, 200, Sr.
Two-year starter was a workhorse in the backfield for the Braves. He rushed for 1,382 yards and 15 TDs on 174 carries (106.3 ypg). He also passed for a TD.
WIDE RECEIVERS
MARC HANSEN, Fremont, 6-1, 175, Sr.
Flashy WR had eye-popping stats -- 77 catches, 1,203 yards (100.3 per game), 13 TDs. "He's the best receiver in the state." -- Coach Blaine Monkres.
DANE CHURCH, Timpview, 5-9, 155, Jr.
"Our most exciting player." -- Coach Chad Van Orden. Speedster hauled in 58 catches for 1,090 yards and 13 TDs. Set school records in TDs, receptions.
DAREK GILES, Provo, 5-11, 165, Sr.
Whenever the Bulldogs needed a key play they looked to this standout. He had eight TDs and nine INTs. "He was our MVP." -- Coach Frank Henderson.
TIGHT END
CHRIS COOLEY, Logan, 6-4, 210, Sr.
The latest in a long line of great Grizzly tight ends, he snared 46 catches for 625 yards and five touchdowns. "He's the best tight end Logan High has ever had." -- Coach Mike Favero. Also had eight sacks.
OFFENSIVE LINEMEN
JAKE KNIGHTON, Bountiful, 6-1, 220, Sr.
3-year starter was tough all-around, totaling 39 solos, 35 assists, 9 sacks. "He's one of the most physical players I have ever coached." -- Coach Larry Wall.
ED TUIONO, East, 6-3, 245, Sr.
Used fantastic size, strength and speed (4.75 40) to his team's benefit. "Most physical athlete I have ever coached." -- Coach Keeko Georgelas.
ADAM CARDWELL, Olympus, 6-3, 210, Sr.
Three-year starter was a key cog in the Titans' '98 championship and had a fine senior season on top of that. "Adam is the best offensive lineman I have ever coached." -- Coach Mike Miller.
SPENCER OMAN, Springville, 6-3, 265, Sr.
Two-year starter was a bright spot for the Red Devils this season, using his good size to pester opposing linemen. "He is a great blocker." -- Coach Doug Bills.
NATHAN WARNER, Cyprus, 6-2, 225, Sr.
He was a power up front for the Pirates. He graded out best in seven of 11 Cyprus games. He was also a tough challenge to contain on the defensive line.
DEFENSIVE LINEMEN
JAY BANNER, Bonneville, 6-4, 220, Sr.
Two-year starter punished teams after his early injury. He had 42 tackles, 34 assists, four batted passes, five sacks and one fumble recovery after missing two games. "A good young man." -- Coach Thom Budge.
C.J. AH YOU, Lone Peak, 6-3, 215, Sr.
Powerful lineman racked up 2.8 sacks and made eight tackles on average. He also returned an interception for a touchdown. "A really dominant defensive player." -- Coach Monte Morgan.
FIELDING DUNN, American Fork, 6-0, 240, Sr.
Two-way starter used his great quickness and excellent strength to cause havoc in the trenches. "He was always ready to play and was consistent. He never had a bad game." -- Coach Davis Knight.
LEWIS PAINTER, Mountain Crest, 6-0, 200, Sr.
Big-time battler was tops on his team in both sacks and tackles and always threw a wrench in opposing teams' offenses. "He's an intense competitor." -- Coach Dan Cox.
LINEBACKERS
CAMERON JENSEN, Bountiful, 6-1, 210, Sr.
Bone-crushing hitter made a whopping 86 solo tackles, 55 assists, two interceptions, two sacks and blocked two kicks in leading the Braves' D. He also rushed for 819 yards, had 200 receiving yards and scored 15 TDs.
DARIN SCOTT, Weber, 6-0, 210, Sr.
The Region 4 defensive MVP played a huge role in the Warriors' championship run. He had 153 total tackles, 61/2 sacks, two picks, including the huge one in the finals. "He was always a big hitter." -- Coach Kory Bosgieter.
PAUL WALKENHORST, Lone Peak, 6-4, 225, Sr.
The Knights' leading tackler for two years had three picks and averaged 12 tackles a game even though teams kept the ball away from his side of the field. He also averaged 6.1 yards a carry and scored six TDs as a fullback.
MATT ASTILL, Cyprus, 5-7, 185, Sr.
Region 5 defensive MVP amassed 99 tackles, caused four fumbles, had three hurries, two blocked punts and a sack for 183 total defensive points. He also rushed for 1,080 yards and 12 TDs.
DEFENSIVE BACKS
SPENCER MEIER, Murray, 5-11, 161, Sr.
All-around talent tallied 47 solo tackles , 56 assists, nine for loss, 11 pass breakups, three INTs and three caused fumbles. He also had 876 yards offense and six TDs. "One of the finest players I've ever coached. " -- Coach Wade Meier.
ERIC SODERBERG, Bountiful, 5-10, 165, Sr.
Three-year starter made 46 tackles, three INTs, had 25 catches for 492 yards and five TDs, and returned punts and kicks well. "Eric does everything for us." -- Coach Larry Wall.
TY SPARROW, Weber, 6-3, 175, Jr.
The Warriors' big-play man before his season-ending injury vs. West in the first round. He had 37 receptions for 472 yards and scored 12 touchdowns and was a steady force from his free safety position.
KICKER
TRENT WILLIAMS, Provo, 6-1, 175, Sr.
Outstanding kicker booted long field goals from 55, 52, 50 and 48 yards out. "He's the best placement kicker I've ever seen." -- Coach Frank Henderson.
SPECIALIST
DOUG ROBINSON, Mountain Crest, 5-11, 183, Sr.
You name it, he excelled while doing it for the Mustangs -- running, catching, passing, punting and returning kicks. He had 12 touchdowns, including one kickoff return and one punt return for a score.
COLE BOYER, Bonneville, 5-9, 162, Sr.
Speedy Laker zipped through opposing special teams for a total of 634 yards in kickoff and punt returns. He returned two kicks 99 yards for touchdowns.