2025 Class Rankings: Superlatives
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BEST ROUTE RUNNER Dez Jones NJ #3 WR #2 HEIGHT 5'11" WEIGHT 175 POS WR CLASS 2025 View Profile Dez Jones State: New Jersey School: DePaul Catholic Dez Jones Dez Jones 5’11” | 175 lbs | WR DePaul Catholic |…
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Dez Jones Dez Jones 5’11” | 175 lbs | WR DePaul Catholic | 2025 State NJ has earned the title of the best route runner in his class, showcasing exceptional suddenness and the ability to consistently create separation. His remarkable skill set, including the instant drop of his hips, quick change of direction, and well-timed tempo, sets him apart. This proficiency led to an offer from Ohio State University, renowned for producing top-tier wide receivers. Dez’s impressive season, accumulating over 900 yards and six touchdowns, further solidifies his status as a standout talent.
MOST VERSATILE
Braswell Thomas has earned the title of the most versatile player, showcasing his exceptional skills on both sides of the ball. Despite facing criticism regarding the level of competition, his impact is evident. As a safety, he demonstrates versatility by playing near the line of scrimmage and as a one-high safety, creating turnovers and showcasing ball-hawking abilities. On the offensive end as a wide receiver, Braswell excels in getting open on short, intermediate, and deep routes, displaying remarkable after-catch abilities, contact balance, and physicality. His well-rounded skill set suggests the potential to contribute on both offense and defense at the collegiate level, reminiscent of players like Travis Hunter. While not claiming equivalence to such a talent, Braswell possesses the capabilities for a dual role in college.
BEST COVER CORNER
Jahmir Joseph is recognized with the superlative for the best cover cornerback. Although his recent performances may not highlight this attribute due to playing out of position, it’s anticipated that with the arrival of a new head coach, Augie Hoffman, Joseph will return to his natural position as an outside corner. His prototypical size, length, turn-and-run ability, and adeptness at tracking the football in the air position him as an elite corner. With room for further growth and the potential to excel in both man and zone coverage, Joseph is expected to showcase his dominance, reaffirming his status as the top cornerback in the 2025 class.
BEST BALLHAWK
Naiim Parrish garners the superlative for being a “hawk” due to his remarkable instinctual nature, evident in his impressive interception tally of 10 in two varsity seasons, leading all defensive backs in the 2025 class. Despite not receiving widespread recognition, Parrish excels in taking on top wide receivers in New Jersey, showcasing versatility in various defensive schemes, including man press, off man, and zone coverage. While lacking the size of some top players, Parrish’s comprehensive skills make him a complete cornerback. His mental acuity, coupled with a background in basketball, contributes to his ability to anticipate plays, reflected in his interception totals. Boasting offers from Power 5 schools such as Rutgers, Penn State, and Miami,
MOST TO PROVE
MarQuet Dorsey Jr., a highly touted cornerback, possesses the physical traits that characterize a top-tier player, evidenced by a plethora of offers from esteemed programs such as Penn State, Virginia Tech, Arizona State, Florida, and Wisconsin, even before his junior season commenced. Despite a midseason transfer from Don Bosco to DePaul Catholic, both prominent programs, the reasons behind this move remain speculative. As Dorsey transitions between schools, sustaining the consistency that attracted college coaches will be crucial. His standout attributes include an all-encompassing skill set, adeptness in both zone and man coverage, and a lengthy frame. Notably, Dorsey excels in getting physical, impacting the run game by setting edges and disrupting screens. While possessing the potential to become the premier cornerback in his class, Dorsey is labeled as having the “most to prove,” a designation influenced by his notable speed and the challenge of facing top wide receiver
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, a circumstance poised to elevate his skills further. Observing Dorsey’s progression as a quarterback will be intriguing, offering insights into his development and the fulfillment of his potential.