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Early Signing Day Recap: Defensive Lineman

Early Signing Day Recap: Defensive Lineman
Cory Lemer
Cory Lemer December 11, 2025 @ 02:40 PM
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Javez Caldwell
Javez Caldwell 6'3" | 275 lbs | DL | 2026
NY
Trevor Benjamin Jr
Trevor Benjamin Jr 6'3" | 275 lbs | DL/OL | 2026
NY
Jarrett Serate
Jarrett Serate 6'2" | 270 lbs | DL | 2026
NY
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>With Early signing day this past week, hundreds of athletes across the state signing their pledge to colleges. In this article we will take a look at the three defensive lineman who are currently committed to a college and plan to play a sport at the next level. While there are only three Lineman committed at the moment, many others hold offers and will soon make college choices. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Prep Redzone's Winter Showcase is back for 2025 with more locations than ever. Looking to attend? Register&nbsp;<a href="https://prepredzone.com/all-events/?type=Showcase">here</a>. Save a few dollars off the cost of registration by using my special promo code,&nbsp;<strong>LemerWinterPRZ</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p><span style="font-size: revert;white-space: normal;font-family: var(--wp--preset--font-family--system-fonts)">Be sure to follow me on&nbsp;</span><a style="white-space: normal;font-family: var(--wp--preset--font-family--system-fonts)" href="https://x.com/BrendanScoutsNJ">Twitter</a><span style="font-size: revert;white-space: normal;font-family: var(--wp--preset--font-family--system-fonts)">&nbsp;@</span><a style="white-space: normal;font-family: var(--wp--preset--font-family--system-fonts)" href="https://x.com/PRZcory">PRZCory</a><span style="font-size: revert;white-space: normal;font-family: var(--wp--preset--font-family--system-fonts)">&nbsp;for the latest New York high school football prospect news and not miss a beat!</span></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:separator --> <hr class="wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity" /> <!-- /wp:separator --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["402266"],"_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-693b2bc9b45ee"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Serate was the first prospect I saw this season. In his second game against North Rockland, he had a dominant day on the line for Curtis. The Senior lineman, is committed to Central Connecticut State for college and will continue to play football at the next level.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Serate, can play both sides of the ball, but fits a more defensive profile for Curtis, and at the next level. We were in attendance for his week one game against North Rockland, where he displayed incredible strength, and a high motor. I like his coach ability, as he made some mistakes during that game, but fixed his issues and made big defensive stops right after. Serate, stands at 6'2" 270-Pounds. He does a great job using his hands, and tracks the ball, keeping his eyes in the backfield at all times. CCSU is getting a beast on their DL next season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Congratulations Jarrett!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1621875"],"_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-693b2bc9b4695"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Hailing from upstate NY, Caldwell was a major threat on the Canisius defense this season, leading them to the Monsignor Martin Championship game against St. Francis. Caldwell will be taking his talents to Bryant next season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Caldwell can play on both sides of the ball, but I mainly see him as a Defensive Lineman. He has a good frame for his size, and standing at 6'3" 275-Pounds, has a great blend of strength on the line. I like his hands, and he displays a solid tool bag, allowing him to utilize his skills to reach the backfield. His footwork is excellent, and he has fluid hips for his size. Bryant is a getting a monster on the Defensive side of the ball. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Congratulations Javez!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["532839"],"_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-693b2bc9b470b"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">[player_tooltip player_id='532839' first='Trevor' last='Benjamin Jr'], is a massive threat on the football field. The Long Island Lutheran prospect, can play on both side of the ball, but mainly stars on Defense. Benjamin Jr, is taking his talents to Marist next season. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Trevor plays with a low base and gets hands on players quickly. He is strong enough to take on bigger lineman and quick enough to handle speed rushers. He has a good tool bag with his hands, and I like his burst off the whistle, as he reaches the POA, with speed and excellent footwork. Marist football, is getting a versatile lineman in Benjamin Jr.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Congratulations Trevor!</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block -->

With Early signing day this past week, hundreds of athletes across the state signing their pledge to colleges. In this article we will take a look at the three defensive lineman who are currently committed to a college and plan to play a sport at the next level. While there are only three Lineman committed at the moment, many others hold offers and will soon make college choices.

Jarrett Serate

Jarrett Serate

NY
DL
HEIGHT 6'2"
WEIGHT 270
POS DL
CLASS 2026
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Jarrett
Serate DL
Class
2026
Height
6'2"
Weight
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HS
Curtis
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NY
Early Signing Day Recap: Defensive Lineman
Serate was the first prospect I saw this season. In his second game against North Rockland, he had...
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Javez Caldwell

Javez Caldwell

NY
DL
HEIGHT 6'3"
WEIGHT 275
POS DL
CLASS 2026
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Javez
Caldwell DL
Class
2026
Height
6'3"
Weight
275
HS
Canisius
|
NY
Early Signing Day Recap: Defensive Lineman
Hailing from upstate NY, Caldwell was a major threat on the Canisius defense this season, leading them to...
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Trevor Benjamin Jr

Trevor Benjamin Jr

NY
DL/OL
HEIGHT 6'3"
WEIGHT 275
POS DL/OL
CLASS 2026
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Trevor
Benjamin Jr DL/OL
Class
2026
Height
6'3"
Weight
275
HS
Long Island Lutheran
|
NY
Early Signing Day Recap: Defensive Lineman
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