2025 Monsignor Martin 2nd Team All-Catholic Defense

<!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Defensive Line</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Cristian Arzola (St. Mary's) - Arzola uses solid leverage as a two way starter on the St. Mary's OL/DL. He made 48 stops at DT and 5 for loss.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Bryan Doe Bruce (Cardinal O'Hara) - Doe-Bruce is a big physical presence at 6'2 215 lbs. He was a force off the line and led the Hawks with 7 TFLs and 4.5 QB sacks.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Tory Pliszka (St. Mary's) - Pliszka was a two way starter for the Lancers at LT and DE. He has good footwork with sound hand placement.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='939706' first='Lo'Ren' last='Thompson'] (St. Francis) - Thompson is a versatile DL in a 4-3 scheme with a wicked bullrush in his arsenal. He can lineup wide like a DE or as a 1-Tech DT. He will be a senior next season and eyes will be on him to see his improvements. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Linebackers</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Jethro Fontaine (St. Mary's) - Fontaine was a big physical presence for the Lancers as he led the team in tackles (58 with 9 TFL) and sacks (3)</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Peyton Gregson (Cardinal O'Hara) - Gregson is an overall fantastic athlete. As a WR, he plays the slot well with good hands and a solid route runner. He had a decent season playing OLB for the Hawks but his skill set should make the transition to DB at the next level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Antonio Perry (Cardinal O'Hara) - Perry made this list at LB but what impressed me the most was his RB skills. He is a physical back in between the tackles but can also be effective in the passing game. Antonio still have one more year to build off his impressive junior season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Terrance Shuford (Canisius) - As a freshman, Shuford had a tremendous impact for the Crusaders defense racking up 50 tackles and 4.5 sacks. His future lies at RB where come next season, he will be running mates with current #1 RB Kimble and will eventually take over ball carrying duties.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading">Defensive Backs</h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Dion Cheatham Jr (St. Joe's) - Cheatham went right from playing freshman football to being a varsity stud. Dion racked up 40 tackles and had 3 INTs that he returned for 111 yards. He is a playmaker that should be on everybody's watchlist for his junior season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Evan Greenough (St. Francis) - Greenough is a quick player that isn't afraid to get physical. He is also an accomplished Lacrosse player and can make an impact in his senior year for the Red Raiders.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1339491' first='Dallante' last='Owens'] (Bishop Timon) - Owens is fantastic Safety that always seems to be around the ball. He has a high football IQ as he is often seen orchestrating the Tigers defense and he has excellent ball hawking skills.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->