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Michael Varon
Returning to Ball State for 2026
Fr. · Palatine, Ill. → Fremd HS
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Michael Varon
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How he plays
2026 Outlook
Ball State
2026 Depth chart
Projected starter
Offensive line · Ball State
Returning around him
- 8% of 2024 offensive production back (Heavy turnover)
- Transfer portal: +6 net (24 in / 18 out)
2026 Award watch
No preseason watch lists yet (most drop June 15 – July 15)
Ball State · Last season: 4-8 · Talent rank #115 · 2026 recruiting class #112
Heisman trajectory
Heisman Trajectory · 2025
Peak #8259
Peaked at #8259 this season.
Background
HIGH SCHOOL: Sizable offensive lineman enters his collegiate career on the heels of an accomplished career at Fremd High School in suburban Chicago … helped the Vikings earn their highest win total (9) in 15 years in his senior campaign … appeared on the Daily Herald’s 2024 Cook County All-Area t...