Top Linebackers in NJ Regardless of Class

Linebackers are considered the captains on defense. They are in the middle and responsible for overseeing the formation. Here are the top linebackers in New Jersey regardless of class. <p class="p1"><span class="s1"><strong>1. [player_tooltip player_id="27861" first="Khayri" last="Banton"] (2021) | West Side</strong>: Banton is the top linebacker in the state and one of the top players in the class of 2021. A perfect blend of size, speed, and strength.</span></p> <p class="p1"><span class="s1"><strong>2. [player_tooltip player_id="27867" first="Mikai" last="Gbayor"] (2021) | Irvington</strong>: Gbayor is as sure of a tackler as they come. A true top five prospect that can be the leader of a defense.</span></p> <p class="p1"><span class="s1"><strong>3. [player_tooltip player_id="27970" first="Nyair" last="Graham"] (2022) | Camden</strong>: Graham comes in as the No. 1 linebacker in the Class of 2022. He has been in the national eye thanks to his lateral quickness from sideline to sideline.</span></p> <p class="p1"><span class="s1"><strong>4. [player_tooltip player_id="27972" first="Zion" last="Cheeks"] (2022) | Penns Grove</strong>: Cheeks is a future difference maker at the next level. He is considered the coach of the defense and someone that controls the middle.</span></p> <p class="p1"><span class="s1"><strong>5. [player_tooltip player_id="27897" first="Corey" last="Walker"] (2021) | Hillside</strong>: Walker made noise during his junior year as a dominant force in the middle of the defense. His consistency paired with athletic ability makes him an intriguing prospect.</span></p> <p class="p1"><span class="s1"><strong>6. [player_tooltip player_id="27996" first="Jackson" last="Collins"] (2022) | Seton Hall Prep</strong>: Collins is at one of the top programs in the state. Seton Hall Prep has a history of producing defensive talent and Collins looks like he is going to continue the trend.</span></p> <p class="p1"><span class="s1"><strong>7. [player_tooltip player_id="28001" first="Esquire" last="Boyce"] (2022) | Bergen Catholic</strong>: Bergen Catholic is always a powerhouse. Boyce is just another big name linebacker that can take over games and make things difficult for offenses.</span></p> <p class="p1"><span class="s1"><strong>8. [player_tooltip player_id="27909" first="Miles" last="Mitchell"] (2021) | Paramus Catholic</strong>: Mitchell is part of a strong defense for Paramus Catholic. He is the leader and signal caller in the middle.</span></p> <p class="p1"><span class="s1"><strong>9. [player_tooltip player_id="27926" first="Frankie" last="Monte"] (2021) | St. Joe’s Montvale</strong>: Monte is a two-way player with great speed and athleticism. He is a hard-hitting linebacker that does not let ball carriers get away.</span></p> <p class="p1"><span class="s1"><b>10. [player_tooltip player_id="28003" first="Parker" last="Williamson"] (2022) | Sparta</b>: Williamson finds himself in the top 10 and for good reason. He has an extremely high-ceiling and can continue to rise up rankings as a junior.</span></p>