Michael Thacker

HIGH SCHOOL: Senior leader on defense for the IHSAA Class 4A state champion and undefeated New Palestine Dragons … finished his high school career with over 100 tackles for loss … completed senior campaign with 10 sacks, two fumble recoveries and 33 QB hurries on route to a 14-0-1 record and state title as a senior … he also picked off a pass, forced a fumble and blocked a punt while earning a spot on the Indianapolis Star's 2024 Super Team and the IFCA's Top 50 All-State Team … helped the Dragons to a semi-state championship appearance his junior year … finished his high school career with a total of 339 tackles, 232 solo tackles, 35.5 sacks, two blocked punts and six forced fumbles. PERSONAL: Son of Teresa and Dan Thacker … has eight brothers named Joe, Isaiah, Daniel, Josh, Ben, Jonah, Anthony, and Noah ... he is the younger brother of current Ball State wide receiver Isaiah Thacker … intends to major in criminal justice … enjoys fishing is his free time … wants to become a detective or play in the NFL after college.