Conway Springs, coached by Matt Biehler, will lean on experienced seniors in the trenches in 2026. Biehler’s nominations highlight linemen Caleb Newell and Lucas Billups, both returning starters up front. Newell is a two-year starter who has played on both the offensive and defensive lines the past two seasons, giving the Cardinals valuable versatility and experience in the box. He is coming off a knee injury that will cause him to miss the first half of the season, but coaches describe him as a hard-working player who is hungry to come back better than before.
Billups adds size and athleticism to Conway Springs’ front. Another senior returning starter, he played tight end last season and is praised for having great feet. At 6-3, 240 pounds, he will move to tackle on offense while also lining up at defensive end, giving the Cardinals a long, physical presence on both sides of the ball. With Newell working back from injury and Billups sliding into a bigger role, Conway Springs has senior leadership anchoring the line as it heads into 2026.
