Prospects Dominating Early: Who’s Standing Out This Season?

[player_tooltip player_id='1552345' first='Tommy' last='Douglas'] has wasted no time making his mark after transferring from Chatham to the Hun School. At 6'4”, 225 pounds, he's a complete tight end who blends size, athleticism, and toughness. Douglas runs smooth routes, works well against zone looks, and has the hands to secure tough catches. He also shows strong contact balance and the ability to create after the catch.   What sets him apart is his versatility. He can win contested balls downfield, block effectively in both the run and screen game, and stay active across multiple layers of the offense. That complete package has already caught the attention of top programs. In September alone, Douglas added offers from Michigan, Rutgers, Penn State, USC, Alabama, North Carolina, and Ohio State.   Simply put, Douglas is one of the fastest-rising prospects in New Jersey. With his blend of tools and production, he's trending toward becoming one of the state's premier recruits.        [player_tooltip player_id='943155' first='Lukas' last='Prock'] has quickly made his mark since arriving from Massachusetts. Now at the Hun School, the reclassified 2028 quarterback is lighting it up. Through the early part of the season, he leads New Jersey in passing with 957 yards and 10 touchdowns.   Prock's game is built on polish and precision. He thrives in play-action, showing smooth footwork, clean mechanics, and the ability to deliver accurate throws both deep and in the intermediate game. He's also mobile enough to buy time and extend plays while keeping his eyes downfield.   The one area still developing is arm strength. He doesn't yet have the cannon to rip NFL-level throws, but with three more years to grow physically, that will come. Given his production and skill set, Prock is trending toward becoming one of the nation's next big quarterback recruits—and his hot start at Hun proves it.        Adrian Rivera has emerged as one of the most versatile players in New Jersey this season. He lines up at running back, wide receiver, and strong safety, making an impact in every role. His athleticism and football IQ allow him to fit into multiple spots and still produce.   On offense, Adrian demonstrates a natural ability to find openings in zone coverage. He's tough after the catch, turning short gains into chunk plays with his physicality. His ability to make contested grabs in traffic adds another layer to his game, making him a dependable playmaker across various alignments for his team.   Defensively, Rivera thrives at strong safety. He reads plays well, comes downhill aggressively, and isn't afraid of contact. He consistently meets backs in the hole and sets a physical tone. He'll need to refine his tackling form—wrapping up instead of leading with his shoulder—but his impact is undeniable. Adrian's size, toughness, and versatility make him a difference-maker for Eastside on both sides of the ball.      Marquan Carter has quickly become a key piece for DePaul Catholic's offense. With so much talent having departed, he's stepped into a bigger role and delivered early. His speed and agility in the open field give the Spartans a spark whenever he touches the ball.   Carter runs with juice from the backfield, hitting holes decisively and creating chunk plays. His quickness makes him tough to bottle up, and his burst in space forces defenses to account for him on every snap.   As the season progresses, expect Marquan to continue growing into one of DePaul's most reliable weapons. He's already proving he can shoulder more of the load, and his upside as both a playmaker and tone-setter will only rise as the year goes on.   <blockquote class="twitter-tweet">College coaches take notice <a href="https://twitter.com/Marquancarterjr?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Marquancarterjr</a> is the real deal. Speed, strength, vision and a great blocker! Off to a great start to his senior season and the best is yet to come! <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/SpartanTuff?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#SpartanTuff</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Family?src=hash&ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Family</a> <a href="https://t.co/2AHYfin3bN">pic.twitter.com/2AHYfin3bN</a>— Nick Campanile (@CoachCamp01) <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachCamp01/status/1967032967647425001?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 14, 2025</a></blockquote>     [player_tooltip player_id='1893358' first='Terence' last='Barnes'] has exploded onto the scene with an impressive start to the year. Through just four games, he's already tallied 48 carries for 483 yards and five touchdowns. He's also added five receptions for 57 yards and a score through the air, plus a punt return touchdown to cap off his versatility.   At 5'6”, 140 pounds, Barnes may not have prototypical size, but his explosiveness makes him dangerous anytime he touches the ball. In the open field, he has the juice to take any play the distance. His agility and quickness consistently stress defenses, and he's clearly established himself as the main engine behind Riverside's offense.   If he keeps up this level of production, Barnes will be one of the most exciting players to follow in South Jersey this season.   <blockquote class="twitter-tweet">Check Out My Highlights Mid Season Highlights Come Soon <a href="https://t.co/4bWHvjzz1Q">https://t.co/4bWHvjzz1Q</a> 48 ATT 483 YDS 5 TDS Through 4 Games 5 Rec 57 YDS 1 TD Through 4 Games 1 S 2 TFL 6 T/SOLO 10 T/TOT 1 INT Through 4 Games 1 Punt Return For Touchdown <a href="https://twitter.com/coachvans?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@coachvans</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/RivRamsFootball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@RivRamsFootball</a> <a href="https://t.co/Di2Ov11cZn">pic.twitter.com/Di2Ov11cZn</a>— [player_tooltip player_id='1893358' first='Terence' last='Barnes'] (@TerenceBarnes07) <a href="https://twitter.com/TerenceBarnes07/status/1970513176119652392?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">September 23, 2025</a></blockquote>