Trent Zappe is Houston Christian’s tackling engine in 2025
In the 2025 season, Trent Zappe emerged as a reliable every-down linebacker for Houston Christian, playing in all 12 games and finishing second on the team with 82 total tackles, plus three tackles for loss, one pass breakup, three quarterback hurries, a forced fumble, and a fumble recovery.[3] He brings a downhill, high-motor style that shows up in volume and consistency—his season-high 17 tackles and multiple double-digit tackle games hint at a defender who reads fast, plays physical, and does the dirty work. At 6-foot, 224 pounds, he looks like a sturdy fit for a defense that wants tone-setting toughness in the middle.[3][6]
