2025 PFN Player Preview: Getting to Know Homer-Center OL/DL Gabriel Ruffner
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Billy Splain | July 5, 2025
Gabriel Ruffner
OL/DL
Homer-Center
Class Of 2026
Jersey #65
HT/WT 6’2, 250
3rd in the team with the most tackles
Other sports Track
Twitter @GabeRuffner
Coach says: “Gabe was a two-way starter for us on our offensive and defensive lines last season. This season, we are expecting bigger things from Gabe. He has shown flashes of being a dominant player, with his size and athletic ability. His leadership skills have improved as well. Gabe has the potential to be a strong force on our team and in our conference”.
Let’s get to know Gabriel!
Why do you play football?
Ive loved football since I was little and once I started practicing i loved it more then anything.
It’s gameday! What are you looking forward to the most?
The traditions
Who is your favorite sports star and WHY?
Saquon Barkley because he has a strong mentality
Do you have a favorite play you remember the most? Explain:
Dubs dart right because I pulled and panicked two blockers for a touchdown
What was last years season like for you?
I put in lots of hard work to earn a starting spot on both sides of the ball
What are your goals for this coming season?
Fix mistakes and teach new players
Who is the best player you ever lined up against?
When the game is on the line, which college/professional coach would you like to call in the play?
Bill Belichick
What stadium, HS/college/pro would you love to visit for a game?
River vallys football stadium
What is your favorite Pro team, any sport?
Pittsburgh steelers
What game, yours, college or pro, was your favorite game you watched and why?
My game because I can fix mistakes and learn from other teams
What sports movie would you watch every day if you had to pick one and why?
12 mighty orphans because it shaped football into whay we see today
If your mom and dad are screaming at you from the stands, what is it they usually yell?
Name one thing that you’d love to do in football that may never happen?
Get a touch down
Who is your mentor, the person you want to be like? WHY?
My football coach because he pushes me to be the best
Name a sport you’d love to play but can’t:
What is your most embarrassing sports moment?
Falling
Is there anyone in your family, besides your parents, you could consider your biggest fan? Who, Why?
My girlfriend because no matter whay happens she’ll always be there and be my biggest supporter
When you aren’t playing, practicing or training for sports, what is your go to activity and why?
Hang with members on the team tk get a good chemistry
What is your favorite football memory to date?
Taking on the best lineman and holding my ground
What is your favorite play to run?
Pulling plays
What scares you the most?
Music of choice:
County
What was your favorite gift as a little boy? Why?
What restaurant is your go to when you need a big meal?
King buffet
What is your favorite vacation destination?
I dont go on vacation
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