Big Time Breakouts: The Prospects Who Will Shine In '25

[player_tooltip player_id='1660377' name='Sebastian Gray'] is one of those players who demands attention the moment you cut on the tape. The 6'2', 245-pound edge rusher and linebacker hybrid from St. Peter's Prep brings a relentless motor and a physical presence that jumps out immediately. Whether he's crashing the edge or chasing plays down from the backside, Gray plays with effort and toughness on every rep.   Against the run, he's a problem. He knows how to use his hands, stay low, and create leverage to set the edge. He's not the type to get washed out—he stands his ground and strings plays out to let his teammates clean things up. On special teams, he continues to be a difference-maker, finding ways to impact the game from all phases.   But what might be most intriguing is his potential as a full-time linebacker. The way he moves, reads blocks, and reacts to plays suggests that he might be better suited to an off-ball role at the next level. His instincts and ability to work through traffic could make him a high-level prospect in the middle of a defense. As he continues to refine his game, don't be surprised if college coaches start seeing him as a true linebacker with significant upside.      [player_tooltip player_id='1099772' name='Logan Graham'] is one of the sleepers in St. Peter's Prep's secondary, but don't expect him to stay under the radar much longer. The 5'10', 165-pound defensive back made the most of limited reps last season, flashing the tools that project well with more opportunities.   What stands out first is his physicality. He plays bigger than his frame and isn't afraid to come downhill and set the edge. Whether he's blitzing off the corner or making a tackle in space, Logan brings an edge to his game that coaches love. But it's not just physicality—he's shown real potential as a cover guy too. His ball skills showed up with two strong pass breakups, including one he nearly turned into a pick-six.   Logan has offers from Jacksonville State and Wofford, and with a full slate of snaps in 2025, that list should grow. He has the instincts, toughness, and speed to be a breakout name in North Jersey's defensive backfield this fall.      [player_tooltip player_id='402206' name='DeAndre Orgill'] has all the makings of a breakout edge rusher for [highschool_tooltip highschool_id='1479023' name='Bergen Catholic'] this fall. At 6'1', 200 pounds, he brings an explosive first step, violent hands, and a relentless motor to every rep. Right away, you notice how quickly he gets off the line—and how powerful his punch is. He uses his leverage well, consistently driving into offensive linemen and controlling blocks early in the down.   What sets Orgill apart is his urgency. He plays fast, aggressive, and with purpose. He's a menace in run defense, whether he's stringing plays out to the sideline or knifing through gaps to blow things up in the backfield. His athleticism also shows up in coverage and pursuit, and he's shown he can impact the pass game by batting down balls at the line.   As Bergen Catholic reloads for another deep run, look for Orgill to emerge as a major disruptor on defense. If he builds on what he's already shown, he could become one of the most talked-about edge defenders in North Jersey by season's end.      [player_tooltip player_id='1026003' name='Dishon Jerman'] is one of the most electric young athletes in New Jersey. The Newark Central standout has rare movement skills, elite body control, and natural playmaking ability that jumps off the screen. Whether he's leaping over defenders or sprinting away from them, his athleticism is simply different.   At 6'0', Jerman pairs smooth hands with explosive acceleration, and he's a nightmare in the open field. He can take a short gain and turn it into a chunk play, and he's shown time and again that he's hard to bring down in space. While he's still developing the finer points of playing wide receiver, his raw talent is undeniable.   With a recent offer from Temple bringing his total to seven, the 2027 prospect is already generating attention from serious programs. Coaches are taking notice—and for good reason. If he continues sharpening his route running and expanding his football IQ, Dishon has a real shot to become one of the premier wideouts in the state.     <blockquote class="'twitter-tweet'"><a href="//t.co/vU4ATz0P6h'">https://t.co/vU4ATz0P6h</a> Full season tape Passing 451/4Tds T/TOT 55 2 ints<a href="//twitter.com/coachmarkchs?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw'">@coachmarkchs</a> <a href="//twitter.com/Coach_TBell?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw'">@Coach_TBell</a> <a href="//twitter.com/CoachTimSalem?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw'">@CoachTimSalem</a> <a href="//twitter.com/CoachNJ_Monroe?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw'">@CoachNJ_Monroe</a> <a href="//twitter.com/CoachSparber?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw'">@CoachSparber</a> <a href="//twitter.com/CoachSHuggins?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw'">@CoachSHuggins</a> <a href="//twitter.com/CoachBobShoop?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw'">@CoachBobShoop</a> <a href="//twitter.com/Coach_Manalac?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw'">@Coach_Manalac</a> <a href="//twitter.com/GinfanteMT?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw'">@GinfanteMT</a> <a href="//twitter.com/FranBrownCuse?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw'">@FranBrownCuse</a> <a href="//twitter.com/BillTeerlinck?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw'">@BillTeerlinck</a> @CoachAhmadPSU— Dishon Jerman (@DishonJerman) <a href="//twitter.com/DishonJerman/status/1862199839624192330?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw'">November 28, 2024</a></blockquote>     Derion [highschool_tooltip highschool_id='1479938' name='Johnson'] brings a physical edge to the [highschool_tooltip highschool_id='1481658' name='Paramus Catholic'] defense. At 5'10', 220 pounds, he plays fast, aggressive, and with a high football IQ. Whether he's lined up off the ball or on the edge, Johnson consistently diagnoses plays and gets downhill in a hurry.   His impact as a blitzer stands out the most. He times up pressures well and knows how to navigate traffic, making life difficult for opposing quarterbacks. Against the run, he's stout. He takes on blocks, sheds with power, and finishes with authority. You can see he embraces contact and plays with real toughness.   While he hasn't shown much in terms of coverage impact just yet, his instincts, effort, and physicality already make him a major disruptor. If he adds more range and consistency in coverage, Johnson could emerge as one of the more complete linebackers in North Jersey. Johnson received his first offer from the University of Southern Mississippi.   <blockquote class="'twitter-tweet'"><a href="//twitter.com/hashtag/AGTG?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw'">#AGTG</a> Blessed To Receive My First Division One Offer From The Southern Mississippi <a href="//twitter.com/hashtag/GoGoldenEagle?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw'">#GoGoldenEagle</a>!!! <a href="//twitter.com/SouthernMissFB?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw'">@SouthernMissFB</a> <a href="//twitter.com/Dbowman85?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw'">@Dbowman85</a> <a href="//twitter.com/aarondobson17?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw'">@aarondobson17</a> <a href="//twitter.com/CoachHuff?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw'">@CoachHuff</a> <a href="//twitter.com/Greg_Russo?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw'">@Greg_Russo</a> <a href="//twitter.com/footballcoachal?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw'">@footballcoachal</a> <a href="//twitter.com/PCFB_Paladins?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw'">@PCFB_Paladins</a> <a href="//t.co/iu2FubE2AP'">pic.twitter.com/iu2FubE2AP</a>— 𝘿𝙚𝙧𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝘿𝙖𝙨𝙝 𝙅𝙤𝙝𝙣𝙨𝙤𝙣 (@d1dawgg_5) <a href="//twitter.com/d1dawgg_5/status/1914839261481664719?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw'">April 23, 2025</a></blockquote>