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Spencer Vaka
Returning to Ball State for 2026
Fr. · Shawnee, Kan. → Mill Valley HS
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Spencer Vaka
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How he plays
2026 Outlook
Ball State
2026 Depth chart
Projected starter
Defensive tackle · 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 #13773
Peaked at #13773 this season.
Background
BEFORE BALL STATE: Transfer from Dodge City Community College who saw action in nine games during his sole season with the Conquistadors. 2024 (R-Fr.): Transferred to Dodge City Community College from Butler Community College, recording eight solo tackles,10 assisted tackles and 2.5 sacks … earne...