NKTOB: DePaul Catholic 2030 Prospects To Know

<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The reigning, defensing NJSIAA Non-Public Group B State Champions were unbelievable to watch in 2025, as a number of talented Seniors made it a special year for the Spartans. Having to replace elite talent like Derek Zammit (QB at Washington), Marlen Bright (OT at Va. Tech) and Logan Nagle (DL at Miami), in addition to the production of leading rusher Marquan Carter and leading receiver Mason James -- who are both headed to Division 2 IUP -- the 2026 Spartans will look a lot different. <br><br>All that said, there is <strong>A TON</strong> of talent of coming in with this 2030 class. If this is the start of a "youth movement", things could become very exciting in Wayne over the next few years.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1277979"],"_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-6a57ec4477ff0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The Spartans QB room looks significantly different than it did a year ago at this time, with both PRZ Next New Jersey Middle School Camp alumni Derek Zammit now at the University of Washington, and 2029 QB Justin Merriman now at St. Frances Academy in Baltimore. Marchetti, who participated in <strong><em>The Rize 2026</em></strong> in late June, enters DePaul Catholic with a <em>very</em> real chance to play as early as this season if the chips fall where they may.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2089257"],"_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-6a57fee266223"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">From his basketball frame, to his violent hands and everything in between, [player_tooltip player_id='2089257' first='Kaiden' last='Varlack'] has a very high ceiling as an Edge/Outside Linebacker. He wrapped up his youth career in 2025 in very familiar quarters, playing alongside many of his future DePaul Catholic teammates as a member of Silk City. This off-season he appears to have put on a good 10-15 pounds of muscle, on top of a noticeably-faster first step off the line.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2106085"],"_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":2248724,"_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-6a57ec447808a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Following a dominant season upfront for Silk City in 2025, Yasin was dominant on the camp scene this past off-season. In January he was a Top Performer at the PRZ Next New Jersey Middle School camp and followed it up with a strong performance in late June at <strong><em>The Rize 2026</em></strong>. He's a legitimate 300-pounder with a lot of power in his frame. Look for him to open a ton of eyes as an IOL.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1643556"],"_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-6a57ec44780f8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Like his teammates [player_tooltip player_id='1277979' first='Austin' last='Marchetti'] and MJ Yasin listed above, Murillo also suited up for Silk City during the 2025 season. Going over a reported 1,000 yards of total offense and 9 touchdowns last season, Murillo earned himself a selection to the AYF 8th Grade National All-Star Game. With his diverse skill set, I strongly feel he is an every-down back and can do whatever is necessary to keep the chains moving.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1277961"],"_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","fullHeight":true,"anchor":"acf-block-6a57ec4478159"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">For a team that lost a lot at the WR position, [player_tooltip player_id='1277961' first='Nymir' last='Hawkins'] is an absolutely dynamic playmaker and is well on his way to becoming a future P4 prospect, in my opinion. In 2025 he was the driving force offensively for a Montclair Cobras team that reached the AYF National tournament. In late June, he earned an invitation to <strong><em>The Rize 2026</em></strong>. He recorded the quickest shuttle (4.34) and earned the crown of Fastest Man with a laser-timed 4.77 in the forty. For his efforts, he was selected <a href="https://prepredzone.com/2026/06/prz-nexts-inaugural-the-rize-1st-team-all-camp-selections/" id="https://prepredzone.com/2026/06/prz-nexts-inaugural-the-rize-1st-team-all-camp-selections/">First Team All-Camp</a>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1628526"],"_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-6a57f20437f18"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Just like they have to do at Quarterback and Running Back, the Spartans also have to replace their stars at Wide Receiver. While the above-mentioned [player_tooltip player_id='1277961' first='Nymir' last='Hawkins'] will provide the speed and juice, [player_tooltip player_id='1628526' first='Michael' last='Jenkins'] is set to bring the size and muscle, at a reported 6-foot-4 and 180-pounds. A reclassed prospect, the former Norwood Raider looks like he could -- and likely will -- be a varsity player from day one.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2248783"],"_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-6a58c9bcdbecb"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Continuing with the arsenal of weapons the Spartans have stockpiled with this 2030 class, [player_tooltip player_id='2248783' first='Travis' last='Anderson'] is another talented skill guy headed to Wayne, New Jersey. in 2025 he started on both sides of the ball for Silk City as a Defensive Back and Wide Receiver. He followed that up with a strong showing as a member of the Dream Chasers 7v7 program in the spring of 2026. He's another long, lean kid that could develop into a very nice piece for DePaul. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Additional 2030 Prospects of Note</strong></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2248782' first='Ma'khi' last='Champagnie'] - A tough Defensive Back out of the Orange Tornado youth program. He gives up some size but fearlessly flys around the field and isn't afraid to stick his nose in there to make a tackle.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='1635999' first='Trent' last='Lee Jr.'] - The second of several members off the 2025 Montclair Cobras team headed to DePaul. He'll be a nice option as a WR for the Spartans.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2121360' first='Ryan' last='Seraphin'] - Also a Montclair Cobra in 2025, there is a lot of upside to what Seraphin brings to the table as an Outside Linebacker. He's an eye-test passer and with continued physical development, he should be a big plus.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2249162' first='Ryan' last='Nagle'] - The bloodlines are strong here, as [player_tooltip player_id='2249162' first='Ryan' last='Nagle'] is the younger brother of former Spartan and current Miami Hurricane freshman, Logan Nagle. Younger brother Ryan is an OL/DL from Franklin Lakes, who earned a spot in the NBJFL All-Star Game in 2025</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2248797' first='Leo' last='Goodwin'] - A reclassed prospect originally from Caldwell, Goodwin spent 2025 with Silk City. He plays with excellent speed and strength as a RB/LB combo. I'd expect the ceiling to be higher for him as a Linebacker.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2060983' first='Liam' last='Cittrich'] - Up and away the most talented player from the Hopatcong program last year, Cittrich was the MCYFL Defensive POY in the American Conference in 2025. In late June he attend <strong><em>The Rize 2026</em></strong> as Running Back and at bulked up 5-foot-6 and 181-pounds, he was lasered at 5.13 in the forty.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>[player_tooltip player_id='2174186' first='Stephan' last='Edwards'] - Rounding out some of the 2030 names to know, is a fourth prospect off the Montclair Cobras from 2025. Edwards is a RB/WR type that offers some versatility. In late June at the <strong><em>The Rize 2026</em></strong>, he was laser-timed at a 5.1 in the forty </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph -->