Voting opens for 2026 South Bend Tribune football player of the year

Voting is now open for the 2026 South Bend Tribune preseason football player of the year. Readers are encouraged to cast their votes until 11:59 p.m. ET on Thursday, Aug. 20. A total of 21 nominees from local high schools are listed, including standout players from various positions. The nominees include Kaden Santana from Brandywine and Micah Jarrell from Elkhart, among others. This poll is part of the annual coverage leading up to the high school football season in South Bend.

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