Jaydin Rivers Saving His Best for Last
North Side senior quarterback Jaydin Rivers is making his mark in a big way. The 6’3”, 215-pound lefty currently leads all area passers with 1,181 yards through four games, ranking 6th in the state of Indiana. Even more impressive, Rivers has accounted for 14 touchdowns with zero interceptions, posting a stellar 141.6 QBR for Head Coach Ben Johnson.
He turned in a career performance this past Friday in the Legends’ 49–14 victory over Concordia, throwing for a career-high 398 yards and tying a school record with six touchdown passes.
Rivers, who carries a 3.5 core GPA, is proving why he’s one of the premier quarterbacks in Northeast Indiana as he enters the stretch run of his senior season. Check out the 5 to Know with Jaydin Rivers!
Who or what has had the biggest impact on your athletic journey so far?
God First, My Dad and Every Coach/Trainer that has believed in me.
What’s your pregame routine or ritual that gets you locked in?
Meditation and listening to motivational speeches.
What’s your proudest moment in sports — and why does it stand out?
My proudest moment in sports was bouncing back after having a struggling junior year and playing up to the level I know I can.
What are your goals — both short-term and long-term — in your sport or beyond?
My Goals are to break records at North Side and make history at North Side by winning sectionals and more for the first time in school history, and throwing over 3,000 Yards and 30+ touchdowns.
What’s one thing most people don’t know about you — on or off the field?
Most people don’t know that I love playing video games and just spending time with my family.
Additional Comments:
God Is Great! All the time! A reason I play is for my friend Cam, who recently tore his MCL and can’t play his senior season, sadly.
Up Next: North Side travels to Bishop Luers this Friday, 7pm kickoff!
