The 2024 Michigan Sports Writers Division 5-6 All-State football team has been announced, showcasing standout players across various positions as selected by a group of 11 sports writers.

**PLAYER OF THE YEAR**

Kadale Williams from Jackson Lumen Christi has garnered the prestigious title of Player of the Year for his remarkable performance throughout the season.

**ALL-STATE SELECTIONS**
**Quarterbacks:**
Graham Junge from Flat Rock (Senior), Sam Stowe from Pontiac Notre Dame Prep (Junior), and Caleb Moore from Warren Michigan Collegiate (Senior) made their mark as top quarterbacks.

**Running Backs:**
Kadale Williams again shines in the running back category alongside Ryan Spate from Boyne City (Senior), Jackson Malburg from Armada (Junior), and Peyton Merz from Mason County Central (Senior).

**Receivers:**
The receiver position is filled by Jamison Pelt from Swan Valley (Junior), Jami Williams from Grand Rapids Catholic Central (Senior), Joey DeCasas from Pontiac Notre Dame Prep, and Evan Szalay from Flat Rock (Junior).

**Offensive Line:**
An impressive offensive line is represented by Jacob Timmer from West Catholic (Junior), Derrick Simmons from Frankenmuth (Senior), Tim Smiley from Jackson Lumen Christi (Senior), Sullivan Garvin from Allegan (Junior), Avery Pavlak from Hopkins (Senior), Jackson Werterberger from Ida (Senior), and Jake Bowen from Ovid-Elsie (Senior).

**Defensive Line:**
Defensive talents include Luke Munger from Cheboygan (Senior), Drew Heimbuch from Pontiac Notre Dame Prep (Senior), Isaac Fair from Whitmore Lake (Junior), Phillip Hernandez from Armada (Senior), Canon Manley from Constantine (Senior), Tyler Honey from Royal Oak Shrine (Senior), KeSean McGaffie from Detroit Central (Senior), and Zack Haywood from Yale (Junior).

**Linebackers:**
The linebacker roster includes Brayden Sweeney from Grand Rapids Catholic Central (Junior), Brody Sink from Pontiac Notre Dame Prep (Junior), Hunter Conrad from Belding (Senior), and Javen Belill from Ovid-Elsie (Senior).

**Defensive Backs:**
Calondrey Hardy from Detroit Central (Senior), T.J. Seiler from Armada (Senior), Keegan McCue from Kalamazoo United (Junior), and Baron Heslip from Negaunee (Senior) complete the defensive backfield.

**Kicker/Specialist:**
Landon Smith from Grand Rapids West Catholic (Junior) takes the honors for Kicker, while Kolten Bartels from Richmond (Senior) stands out as the Punter.

**Athletes:**
Versatile athletes include Ryan Louch from Clare (Senior) and Luke Winkler from Almont (Senior).

**COACH OF THE YEAR**
Pat Fox from Pontiac Notre Dame Prep receives recognition as Coach of the Year for his leadership and team’s performance.

**SECOND TEAM**
A second-tier team has also been announced, featuring quarterbacks such as Brayden Lape from Grass Lake, Alex Fernandez from Lansing Catholic Central, and Colton Klein from Swan Valley, as well as several talented running backs like Danny Dubay from Pinconning and Montrell Parker from Hazel Park.

Others recognized include receivers Braden Rabideau from Lansing Catholic Central and Gage Perkins from Remus Chippewa Hills, along with an impressive group of offensive and defensive linemen, linebackers, and defensive backs.

**HONORABLE MENTION**
Numerous players are acknowledged as honorable mentions, including quarterbacks Jayden Arthur from Clare and Antoine Kimball from Detroit Central, among several others across all categories such as running backs, receivers, and defensive specialists.

The recognition highlights a rich talent pool in high school football, showcasing exceptional athletes and their contributions to the sport. The voting panel consisted of respected sports writers even as they met to provide their selections for these prestigious honors.