Ball State Cardinals · DL RoomDL
#52 Michael Thacker
Class RS FRStatus ReturningHt / Wt 6'0" · 304 lbHometown New Palestine, IN · New Palestine HS
Depth-chart placement
Michael Thacker is on the Ball State Cardinals roster but is not placed on the maintained two-deep. Role and placement populate automatically once he appears on the published chart.
Background & career
Michael Thacker is a defensive tackle for Ball State, standing 6'0" and weighing 304 pounds. A native of New Palestine, Indiana, Thacker finished his high school career with 339 tackles, 232 solo tackles, and 35.5 sacks. As a senior, he recorded 10 sacks, 33 quarterback hurries, and two fumble recoveries while helping New Palestine to an undefeated 14-0-1 record and IHSAA Class 4A state championship. He redshirted during his 2025 freshman season and is eligible to see action as a redshirt freshman in 2026.
Ball State2025 — presentRecruiting3-star · No. 1915 nationalOriginNew Palestine, IN · New Palestine HS