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NY ’26 Defensive Showstoppers

NY ’26 Defensive Showstoppers
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Matt Di Domenico
Matt Di Domenico April 7, 2025 @ 09:21 AM
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Chiam Fountain
Chiam Fountain 6'0" | 250 lbs | DL | 2026
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Zachary Pettitt
Zachary Pettitt 6'4" | 200 lbs | EDGE | 2026
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Joshua Lossman
Joshua Lossman 5'9" | 205 lbs | LB | 2026
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Jovan Bennett
Jovan Bennett 5'8" | 180 lbs | LB/DB | 2026
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Tyler Estelle
Tyler Estelle 5'11" | 215 lbs | LB | 2026
NY
Riley Clemons-Butenko
Riley Clemons-Butenko 5'11" | 200 lbs | LB | 2026
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Frankie Colon
Frankie Colon 6'4" | 285 lbs | DL | 2026
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Henry Crowley
Henry Crowley 6'1" | 225 lbs | EDGE | 2026
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Jarell Fernandez
Jarell Fernandez 6'0" | 275 lbs | DL | 2026
NY
Frank Dellarosa
Frank Dellarosa 5'11" | 220 lbs | LB/RB | 2026
NY
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Defense, defense, defense! That is what this week's article is all about. Equally important, these are the first- and second-level interior players that are not afraid to do dirty work throughout the line of scrimmage for their teams.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><span style="text-decoration: underline">LB's:</span></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1364923"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":1652574,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67e9ea235f4d5"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Twitcher LB that shows off his ability to sniff out screen passes that were thrown outside the numbers quickly. The motor that Lossman operates with was fun to watch on film as he redirects himself multiple times in chasing defenders. The versatility to slide to the edge will show, especially when attacking with his hands and speed. Getting around blocks with speed was key for Lossman. Making TFLs on the ball carriers was present in a huge way with passion.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/18620971/6760614e8d0ac1c917a4ce14' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67e9ea235f4fa"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1344768"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67e9ea235f1d8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Big-hitting LB that was able to make a variety of plays for his team. Undoubtedly, the athleticism to travel sideline-to-sideline was a major standout in his game. The quickness to fly into gaps and make TFLs excelled. In fashion, the coverage ability in space and reacting to screen passes was a major talent. On the offensive side, Estelle was an excellent FB, being able to create holes and make open field blocks on LBs in the designated run lane.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/18151721/67114ee2217a5cfda20e902f' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67e9ea235f38c"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1344742"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67e9ea235f3e2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The range to attack all around was surprising to see on tape, as he was able to move with quick feet to then make back-breaking tackles. The ability that Clemons-Butenko has coming off the edge was evidently fast and strong when blitzing. Additionally, he can set the edge with strength. By all means, the effort and motor jumps all around for Clemons-Butenko to make huge stops for his team.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/17838763/67579fdd5e565e65cb005bd5' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67e9ea235f409"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["819992"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67e9ea235f451"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Rugged LB that comes up the middle of the A-gaps to stop the ball carriers from advancing for further yardage. Not an overly athletic LB and leans heavily on his power. Dellarosa is a physical LB that will be a secure tackler once he gets his hands on the opponents. At length, the special team's availability is at high volumes for him, as he was used on the kickoff defending and return units with outstanding hustle.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/18468461/6737a09cfe713807bdbfdb77' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67e9ea235f475"} /--> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Some recent workout clips from <a href="https://twitter.com/athleteprotocol?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@athleteprotocol</a>. Working on getting more explosive. Almost go time!<a href="https://twitter.com/ionafootball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@ionafootball</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/Joespags12?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Joespags12</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/vinnysullivan77?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@vinnysullivan77</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/PrepRedzoneNY?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@PrepRedzoneNY</a> <a href="https://t.co/W6eHHoctzC">pic.twitter.com/W6eHHoctzC</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='819992' first='Frank' last='Dellarosa'] (@frankdellarosa5) <a href="https://twitter.com/frankdellarosa5/status/1817911146852057134?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 29, 2024</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1345184"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67ec9fe0c4ce1"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A player that is not afraid to attack and attacks with free will. Bennett at countless times would fly up the A gaps on blitzes, showing off his tremendous athletic ability. Coupled with his ability to diagnose that he is blitzing and getting low, it is impressive to watch unfold for his age. Additionally, the quickness to read and react, Bennet had a strict knack to pick up screens in a hurry at the LB position. The fluidity in his hips to change directions in a flash and use his speed to be a disruptive force behind the LOS is a quality for Bennet</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/19652173/6737f0920b69e5ada7cdec6f' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67ec9fe0c4e6d"} /--> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">I had an amazing time <a href="https://twitter.com/CuseFootball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CuseFootball</a> vs <a href="https://twitter.com/HokiesFB?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@HokiesFB</a> game. Thank you <a href="https://twitter.com/CuseFootball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CuseFootball</a> for the invite and I am definitely looking forward to coming back. <a href="https://twitter.com/allpraisesdue7?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@allpraisesdue7</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/AlexKellyCuse?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@AlexKellyCuse</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/FranBrownCuse?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@FranBrownCuse</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/09Terrence?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@09Terrence</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/babyj8frmtheroe?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@babyj8frmtheroe</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/TwoWayLJ?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@TwoWayLJ</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/JAMESMOBLEYJR?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@JAMESMOBLEYJR</a> <a href="https://t.co/LMOayPiyMW">pic.twitter.com/LMOayPiyMW</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1345184' first='Jovan' last='Bennett'] (@jovan_008) <a href="https://twitter.com/jovan_008/status/1853156626783699328?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 3, 2024</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><span style="text-decoration: underline">DL's:</span></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1344728"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67edb9ad63adf"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='1344728' first='Frankie' last='Colon'] is a 6'4”, 285-pound interior defensive lineman who uses his size to his advantage on the inside. By the same token, keeping his integrity for the A gaps and make TFLs electric. Formerly, the play strength to battle and fight to stop the run game is what Colon is successful in doing on the defensive line. There are examples of him being able to provide pushback into the pocket because of the natural power and size. Goal line stops would show up and are critical in him being a key component to his defense.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/18177579/67393d534f713eb408143846' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67edb9ad63cd0"} /--> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Had a great time competing at @PaceUFootball1. Thank you to all the coaches and staff that i learned from today. <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachCrowley1?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachCrowley1</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/Andy_Rondeau_1?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Andy_Rondeau_1</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/Ground_2_Pads?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Ground_2_Pads</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachZaloga?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachZaloga</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachTC11?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachTC11</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/LIBLITZ?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@LIBLITZ</a> <a href="https://t.co/uhYWePhj2L">pic.twitter.com/uhYWePhj2L</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1344728' first='Frankie' last='Colon'] (@FrankieColon56) <a href="https://twitter.com/FrankieColon56/status/1815171950290821189?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">July 21, 2024</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1183038"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67edb9ad63d2f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A big body that can plug up the middle of the defensive line and get low to affect the reach of the OG or C with rubs up the middle. The first thing to remember is that he is going to want to use his body to win at the POA on opponents. For this purpose, it grants him the ability to shed with raw power. In sum, Fernandez was useful in short yardage situations where opponents had a problem winning the leverage battle.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Junior season Dline film <a href="https://t.co/Du71PZCJ5W">pic.twitter.com/Du71PZCJ5W</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1183038' first='Jarell' last='Fernandez'] (@JarellF_75) <a href="https://twitter.com/JarellF_75/status/1888988629260746765?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 10, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1624581"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":1651620,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67edf1229ade3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">An interior defensive lineman that not only makes a disruption in the run game but rushes the passer as well. Thereupon, Fountain has a very high motor to get after the QB and ball carrier. The ability to rack up sacks was promising. Undoubtedly, the quickness to block shed off of his opponents would show up at a good value, especially when granted the opportunities lined up in the 3-technique. Whenever a ball carrier was able to burst through the hole, he did have enough quickness to make the adjustment from behind to make the tackle.&nbsp; &nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/18181900/6746669fa523797f61b7abfc' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67edf1229afe3"} /--> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><span style="text-decoration: underline">Edge:</span></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1310340"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"","_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67ef1aae36aea"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A first-team all-defense this past season, and he is a versatile player rushing the passer from multiple techniques on the defensive line. Presently, Crowley comes off the snap of the football with a lot of speed and passion. The quick hands that he puts on OTs allowed Crowley great separation. Coupled with his quickness, he also has good strength in the fight against the run. Did make TFLs behind the LOS. Showing balance at the edge and in space was key for him on multiple occasions. Can play at DE or DT if need be.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/17725135/673ff379f6497cbd0500c812' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67ef1aae36d19"} /--> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Had a great time attending practice this morning <a href="https://twitter.com/HarvardFootball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@HarvardFootball</a>. Thanks <a href="https://twitter.com/Coach_Johnson76?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Coach_Johnson76</a> for having me and <a href="https://twitter.com/Ryan_Kalukin?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Ryan_Kalukin</a> for showing us around the facilities! <a href="https://t.co/MQK6CuwEhW">pic.twitter.com/MQK6CuwEhW</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1310340' first='Henry' last='Crowley'] (@HenryCrowley50) <a href="https://twitter.com/HenryCrowley50/status/1905436654271119603?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 28, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1624537"],"_player_evaluations_0_player":"field_62ab9d62ecf2c","player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":["override_image"],"_player_evaluations_0_override_profile_image":"override-player-profile-image","player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":1652571,"_player_evaluations_0_player_featured_image":"field_62f141137ead9","player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"","_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67f04556b231a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Excellent edge defender in the run game that imposed 66 tackles this past year. The ability to stay balanced at the POA and then attack upon ball carriers with aggressiveness was evident. Even more, being quick, active, and running with a high motor around the bend of OT's was a huge part of Pettit's game. This is a pass rusher that will get violent with his hands and is not afraid to use them with pass rush moves such as swim and rip moves. Henceforth, being a highlight reel swatting down passes and racking up sacks is visible. &nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">6'4 200 DE, C/O 26<br>3.6 gpa<br>End of season highlights <br>66 tackles <br>9 sacks <br>1 deflection, 1 fumble recovery, 1 forced fumble. <br>Full video on <a href="https://t.co/6hACYufD6F">https://t.co/6hACYufD6F</a> <a href="https://t.co/pQrIoD9I33">pic.twitter.com/pQrIoD9I33</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1624537' first='Zachary' last='Pettitt'] (@Zachpettitt50) <a href="https://twitter.com/Zachpettitt50/status/1859052430027096283?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 20, 2024</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">90LB single arm press 3x8 each <br> 5⭐️FB package (DE edition) <a href="https://twitter.com/5StarFBRecruits?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@5StarFBRecruits</a> <a href="https://t.co/bmNK20e0JR">pic.twitter.com/bmNK20e0JR</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1624537' first='Zachary' last='Pettitt'] (@Zachpettitt50) <a href="https://twitter.com/Zachpettitt50/status/1904665405282476128?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 25, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><span style="text-decoration: underline">Socials:</span></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://x.com/tyleresetelle24">[player_tooltip player_id='1344768' first='Tyler' last='Estelle'] (@tyleresetelle24) / X</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://x.com/cb_riley7">[player_tooltip player_id='1344742' first='Riley' last='Clemons-Butenko'] (@cb_riley7) / X</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://x.com/frankdellarosa5">[player_tooltip player_id='819992' first='Frank' last='Dellarosa'] (@frankdellarosa5) / X</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://x.com/JLossmann33">Joshua Lossmann (@JLossmann33) / X</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://x.com/jovan_008">[player_tooltip player_id='1345184' first='Jovan' last='Bennett'] (@jovan_008) / X</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://x.com/FrankieColon56">[player_tooltip player_id='1344728' first='Frankie' last='Colon'] (@FrankieColon56) / X</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://x.com/JarellF_75">[player_tooltip player_id='1183038' first='Jarell' last='Fernandez'] (@JarellF_75) / X</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://x.com/ThatKidChiam">[player_tooltip player_id='1624581' first='Chiam' last='Fountain'] (@ThatKidChiam) / X</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://x.com/HenryCrowley50">[player_tooltip player_id='1310340' first='Henry' last='Crowley'] (@HenryCrowley50) / X</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><a href="https://x.com/Zachpettitt50">[player_tooltip player_id='1624537' first='Zachary' last='Pettitt'] (@Zachpettitt50) / X</a></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->

Defense, defense, defense! That is what this week's article is all about. Equally important, these are the first- and second-level interior players that are not afraid to do dirty work throughout the line of scrimmage for their teams.

Joshua Lossman

Joshua Lossman

NY
LB
HEIGHT 5'9"
WEIGHT 205
POS LB
CLASS 2026
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Lossman LB
Class
2026
Height
5'9"
Weight
205
HS
Cardinal Hayes
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NY
NY ’26 Defensive Showstoppers
Twitcher LB that shows off his ability to sniff out screen passes that were thrown outside the numbers...
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Joshua Lossman

State: New York
School: Cardinal Hayes
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Tyler Estelle

Tyler Estelle

NY
LB
HEIGHT 5'11"
WEIGHT 215
POS LB
CLASS 2026
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Tyler
Estelle LB
Class
2026
Height
5'11"
Weight
215
HS
Webster Thomas
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NY
NY ’26 Defensive Showstoppers
Big-hitting LB that was able to make a variety of plays for his team. Undoubtedly, the athleticism to...
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Tyler Estelle

State: New York
School: Webster Thomas
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Riley Clemons-Butenko

Riley Clemons-Butenko

NY
LB
HEIGHT 5'11"
WEIGHT 200
POS LB
CLASS 2026
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Riley
Clemons-Butenko LB
Class
2026
Height
5'11"
Weight
200
HS
CBA-Syracuse
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NY
NY ’26 Defensive Showstoppers
The range to attack all around was surprising to see on tape, as he was able to move...
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Riley Clemons-Butenko

Twitter
State: New York
School: CBA-Syracuse
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Frank Dellarosa

Frank Dellarosa

NY
LB/RB
HEIGHT 5'11"
WEIGHT 220
POS LB/RB
CLASS 2026
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Frank
Dellarosa LB/RB
Class
2026
Height
5'11"
Weight
220
HS
Iona Prep
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NY
NY ’26 Defensive Showstoppers
Rugged LB that comes up the middle of the A-gaps to stop the ball carriers from advancing for...
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Frank Dellarosa

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State: New York
School: Iona Prep
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Jovan Bennett

Jovan Bennett

NY
LB/DB
HEIGHT 5'8"
WEIGHT 180
POS LB/DB
CLASS 2026
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Jovan
Bennett LB/DB
Class
2026
Height
5'8"
Weight
180
HS
James Monroe
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NY
NY ’26 Defensive Showstoppers
A player that is not afraid to attack and attacks with free will. Bennett at countless times would...
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Jovan Bennett

Twitter
State: New York
School: James Monroe
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Frankie Colon

Frankie Colon

NY
DL
HEIGHT 6'4"
WEIGHT 285
POS DL
CLASS 2026
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Frankie
Colon DL
Class
2026
Height
6'4"
Weight
285
HS
Sachem East
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NY
NY ’26 Defensive Showstoppers
Frankie Colon is a 6’4”, 285-pound interior defensive lineman who uses his size to his advantage on the...
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Frankie Colon

Twitter
State: New York
School: Sachem East
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Jarell Fernandez

Jarell Fernandez

NY
DL
HEIGHT 6'0"
WEIGHT 275
POS DL
CLASS 2026
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Jarell
Fernandez DL
Class
2026
Height
6'0"
Weight
275
HS
Walt Whitman
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NY
NY ’26 Defensive Showstoppers
A big body that can plug up the middle of the defensive line and get low to affect...
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Jarell Fernandez

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State: New York
School: Walt Whitman
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Chiam Fountain

Chiam Fountain

NY
DL
HEIGHT 6'0"
WEIGHT 250
POS DL
CLASS 2026
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Chiam
Fountain DL
Class
2026
Height
6'0"
Weight
250
HS
North Rockland
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NY
NY ’26 Defensive Showstoppers
An interior defensive lineman that not only makes a disruption in the run game but rushes the passer...
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Chiam Fountain

Twitter
State: New York
School: North Rockland
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Henry Crowley

Henry Crowley

NY
EDGE
HEIGHT 6'1"
WEIGHT 225
POS EDGE
CLASS 2026
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Henry
Crowley EDGE
Class
2026
Height
6'1"
Weight
225
HS
Poly Prep
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NY
NY ’26 Defensive Showstoppers
A first-team all-defense this past season, and he is a versatile player rushing the passer from multiple techniques...
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Henry Crowley

Twitter
State: New York
School: Poly Prep
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Zachary Pettitt

Zachary Pettitt

NY
EDGE
HEIGHT 6'4"
WEIGHT 200
POS EDGE
CLASS 2026
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Zachary
Pettitt EDGE
Class
2026
Height
6'4"
Weight
200
HS
Carthage
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NY
NY ’26 Defensive Showstoppers
Excellent edge defender in the run game that imposed 66 tackles this past year. The ability to stay...
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Zachary Pettitt

Twitter
State: New York
School: Carthage
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