A season ago, Kramer threw for 1,878 yards and 15 touchdowns, while adding another 1,018 yards and 18 touchdowns on the ground.
As a sophomore, North Putnam quarterback Christian Kramer showed just how special he can be for the Cougars under center.
It should have been as no surprise, as the Class of 2026 prospect has been making plays since being introduced to football.
"I was kind of born into it. Growing up, my dad coached and my brother and I were always around the game. We grew to love it. I have always seemed to have a football in my hand," Kramer told The Putnam County Post.
A season ago, Kramer threw for 1,878 yards and 15 touchdowns, while adding another 1,018 yards and 18 touchdowns on the ground for North Putnam. He was number one in Indiana for total yards for the Class of 2026 and seventh in Indiana through 10 games for total yards overall.
"When I look back, the thing that stands out to me the most is how effectively I was able to use my legs. I did track this year, with the goal of bettering myself and making myself faster," Kramer said.
His play is a major reason why North Putnam believes it can improve on last year's 3-7 record. Of the losses, four were by 10 points or less, including a pair of losses to Greencastle by a combined nine points.
"Every year, I improve my game. This year, last year and my freshman year I have improved. I am not quite sure how much better I have gotten, but I do know that I worked the whole off-season to get back on the field and eliminate my weaknesses," Kramer said.
The Cougars open the season Friday against North Montgomery, and Kramer acknowledges the contest could be the start of something special this fall.
"My goals for this year are to be All-State, and, more importantly, become a champion. We have a special team, and we are ready to show it," Kramer said.
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