The Daily Herald countdown to prep football continues

What’s “Edgy” Tim O’Halloran up to this week?

You’ll find the answer below in this edition of the Daily Herald prep sports newsletter.

While prep golf is already in full swing (pun intended), much of the preseason focus remains on football. We’ll continue to roll out conference previews in anticipation of the season-openers on Aug. 29.

Check out what we’ve been up to recently in the Daily Herald.

“Edgy” Tim looks at five under-the-radar football players from the area

Get to know some new names on the prep football scene heading into the 2025 season.

Countdown to Friday Night Lights

Our summerlong countdown to opening night on Aug. 29 continues with three bold predictions for the 2025 season.

Get the lowdown on the 2025 prep football season in the DuKane Conference

Batavia and Geneva both advanced to last season’s IHSA state championship weekend. Can they return? Will anyone challenge them for the DKC title?

This week’s High Five looks at local players in the NFL not on the Bears

From Jack Sanborn to Alec Pierce, there’s no shortage of local football players making an impact on NFL rosters other than the Bears’.