A look at the top football players in the NewsTribune area for the 2025 season.

OFFENSE

Lucas Anson, sr., Fieldcrest, RB: Anson was the focal point of the Knights’ offense. He ran for 1,079 yards and eight touchdowns on 190 carries while also catching nine passes for 97 yards and three scores. He was named All-Heart of Central Illinois Conference second team.

Keegan Beetz, sr., Mendota, WR: Beetz was the top target for the Trojans as he hauled in 22 receptions for 350 yards and three touchdowns. He was All-Three Rivers Conference Mississippi second team.

Cannon Chaon, so., Mendota, OL: Chaon blocked for an offense that rushed for over 1,000 yards and helped the Trojans win two games after a winless 2024. He was named All-Three Rivers Conference Mississippi Division second team.

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