As a junior, he received Class 11AAA All-state and Sioux Falls Argus Leader's Elite 45 honors.
He received South Dakota Gatorade Player of the Year, first-team Parade All-American, Class 11AAA All-state and Sioux Falls Argus Leader's Elite 45 honors.
As a sophomore, he was named the starter at right tackle, contributing to the team averaging 456.2 yards of total offense.
In addition to being a backup guard and center, he also acted as a blocking fullback in certain goal-line plays.
He suffered a torn hamstring injury, while blocking for an extra point attempt in the seventh game against the Detroit Lions.
[15] On December 10, 2024, Farniok signed with the Birmingham Stallions of the United Football League (UFL).
[16] Farniok has three brothers who all played football at the NCAA Division I level, Derek, Tom, and Will.