Recruits Ready To Standout This Upcoming Season

Kafando brings an old-school edge to the linebacker position. He's 5'11”, 200 pounds, with a stocky, robust frame built to live in the trenches. But it's his instincts that pop. Kafando triggers downhill fast, diagnoses plays easily, and consistently blows up runs before they develop. He's relentless when blitzing and shows a knack for slipping through traffic to find the football. Last season, he racked up 72 tackles, six sacks, 10 TFLs, and even chipped in a defensive score. He plays with an edge, has a motor that doesn't stop, and already has the production to back it up. With another offseason of growth and film study, don't be surprised if he crosses the 100-tackle mark and earns his first offer this fall.   <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><a href="https://t.co/04qOochnLQ">https://t.co/04qOochnLQ</a> Coaches please evaluate my film! Class of 2026 ILB/Edge 3.8GPA 72 Tackles(15 solo) 6 sacks 10 Tfls 2 fumble recoveries 1 defensive touchdown— [player_tooltip player_id='1201349' first='Abdoul' last='Kafando'] (@AbdoulKafando7) <a href="https://twitter.com/AbdoulKafando7/status/1868027917042888759?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 14, 2024</a></blockquote>       Alford is still raw, but there's no denying the upside. The 5'9”, 150-pound athlete is smooth in space, gliding across the field with natural fluidity. He's already flashing downfield playmaking ability as a wideout, easily tracking deep balls and showing just enough burst to slip by defenders. On defense, he has a knack for finding the football and turning bad passes into turnovers. He also brings value in the return game. Alford just wrapped up his freshman varsity season, and while he's still learning the finer details, the athletic traits are there. With more reps and refinement, he has a real shot to become one of the state's most dynamic weapons when he's a senior. Delaware State offered early—and it probably won't be the last.        Archer has the frame that makes college coaches take notice. At 6'3”, 280 pounds, he brings length, broad shoulders, and room to grow into a dominant offensive lineman. While still raw, the athletic traits are undeniable. He moves surprisingly well for his size, especially when pulling or blocking in space. His foot speed stands out. The fundamentals still need polish—pad level, hand placement, and technique all require refinement—but the potential is there. Archer could blossom into a legitimate Division I prospect with another year of reps and coaching. His size and movement skills give him a strong foundation to build on heading into the 2025 season.        Ross already looks the part at 6'4”, 190 pounds. He uses his size to win in tight coverage and brings strong hands to the table, consistently securing contested catches. He's a physical presence after the catch and doesn't shy away from contact. For a bigger receiver, he runs well and gets downfield effectively. Heading into his sophomore season, the next step is refining his movement—sharpening his routes, improving change of direction, and becoming more sudden. The physical tools are already there. With another year of development, Ross is on track to become one of North Jersey's most reliable wideouts   <blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Sophomore Year Varsity highlights <a href="https://twitter.com/mrbrickfa90?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@mrbrickfa90</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachJB_4?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachJB_4</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachDRedd?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachDRedd</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachDShearer?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachDShearer</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/LU_CoachMac?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@LU_CoachMac</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachSampson3?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachSampson3</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachJB_4?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachJB_4</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachZacBarton?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachZacBarton</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/BrianBrown___?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@BrianBrown___</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/_KDFletcher?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@_KDFletcher</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/KevinChavez_361?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@KevinChavez_361</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/firstoffer?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#firstoffer</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/football?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#football</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/recruiting?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#recruiting</a> <a href="https://t.co/wuylGFUucX">pic.twitter.com/wuylGFUucX</a>— Ben Ross (@BenRoss_81) <a href="https://twitter.com/BenRoss_81/status/1884270255201276028?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 28, 2025</a></blockquote>       At 6'3” and 220 pounds, Hogan is the definition of a versatile weapon. Whether lined up at wide receiver, safety, or corner, he brings elite size, movement skills, and physicality to every snap. He's currently rated as New York's top athlete, but with his transfer to the Hun School, he has now become one of the premier players in New Jersey. That move already paid dividends—he landed his first Big Ten offer from Rutgers shortly after arriving. Hogans will showcase his skill set in the challenging New Jersey parochial circuit this fall. His blend of speed, size, and football IQ makes him one of the most intriguing two-way players in the region.