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New York State Recruiting- Class of 2026

New York State Recruiting- Class of 2026
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Matt Di Domenico
Matt Di Domenico February 27, 2025 @ 11:32 AM
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Nyquan Gilbert
Nyquan Gilbert 6'1" | 175 lbs | WR/DB | 2026
NY
Kieghlin Hicks
Kieghlin Hicks 6'3" | 185 lbs | WR | 2026
NY
Jermaine Montgomery Jr
Jermaine Montgomery Jr 6'0" | 210 lbs | LB | 2026
NY
Kevin George
Kevin George 6'3" | 290 lbs | OL | 2026
NY
Cam Grasso
Cam Grasso 6'1" | 175 lbs | WR/ATH | 2026
NY
Peyton Way
Peyton Way 6'0" | 190 lbs | WR | 2026
NY
Ja’Quan Thomas
Ja’Quan Thomas 6'2" | 220 lbs | RB | 2026
NY
Bryce Ciancuielli
Bryce Ciancuielli 6'3" | 270 lbs | OL | 2026
NY
Charles Crisera
Charles Crisera 6'5" | 250 lbs | OL | 2026
NY
<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>It is a critical year for all of these players in the 2026 class. They are entering their senior year of high school and are looking for colleges to make offers for them to play football at the next level. All these players have a different skill set in New York State below.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><span style="text-decoration: underline">Wide Receivers:</span></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1212767"],"_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-67bd16edcc1d4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Speed demon that flies deep down the field with a huge amount of separation vs. the defensive backs. Grasso did show versatility in taking QB snaps, being able to gain a large amount of yardage in the read option. Nonetheless, the contact balance to stay on his feet when engaging opponents did stand out. Overall, this is a playmaker that can take off for six points at any given play. Similarly, Grasso can weave between opponents and lanes because of his high level of lateral movement ability. While the deep ball is thrown in his presence, he can make contested catches.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/16811109/67510751bd1ec69a7a8d868e' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67bd16edcc380"} /--> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Congratulations to our Class AA all state selections!<a href="https://twitter.com/camgrasso_1?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@camgrasso_1</a> 3rd team All purpose <a href="https://twitter.com/GGill00ley?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@GGill00ley</a> HM Linebacker <a href="https://t.co/cFClZUlMqS">pic.twitter.com/cFClZUlMqS</a></p>&mdash; Niskayuna Football (@NiskyFB) <a href="https://twitter.com/NiskyFB/status/1879581898441380336?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 15, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1307489"],"_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-67bd16edcc3d9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A detail-oriented route-running WR that can get in and out of breaks with ease. Comparatively, Hicks was very effective in the red area, being able to separate from DBs at a quick rate. Hicks knows how to use his strong body to his advantage in out-leveraging opponents for the football and when facing press coverage at the LOS. Furthermore, Hicks showed the ability to line up in different bunch sets, out at the boundary, and in the slot. Altogether, he will show effort in blocking for his teammates in the screen and run game.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/19919102/675b42dd1d7379e8ab52eacd' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67bd16edcc3fd"} /--> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">🔷Name : [player_tooltip player_id='1307489' first='Kieghlin' last='Hicks'] <br>🔷Position : Wide receiver <br>🔷Year : 2026<br>🔷Jersey: 18 <br>🔷Height/Weight : 6'3 185<br>🔷X Handle : KieghlinH<br>🔷Hudl : <a href="https://t.co/z3hQL1ZkkY">https://t.co/z3hQL1ZkkY</a><br>🔷Coaches : <a href="https://twitter.com/brucewill15?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@brucewill15</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/RealCoachBruno1?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@RealCoachBruno1</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CBASyrFootball?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CBASyrFootball</a> <a href="https://t.co/0ybz5iEnIu">pic.twitter.com/0ybz5iEnIu</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1307489' first='Kieghlin' last='Hicks'] (@KieghlinH) <a href="https://twitter.com/KieghlinH/status/1876784556738482502?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">January 8, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1212764"],"_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-67bd16edcc441"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A twitchy WR who was able to work the middle of the field at a high rate for this offense. The quickness off the LOS granted him a fluid release when facing DBs in press situations. Further, post routes that were run deep presented the separation ability and long speed that Way has in his game. Did make contested jump ball catches in the end zone on fade routes. Impressive quickness in slant routes in goal-to-go situations. Lastly, the field vision to find open space to gain additional yardage was present throughout his tape in producing large levels of YAC.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/17983464/674d177fcf55412f864b441b' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67bd16edcc460"} /--> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><span style="text-decoration: underline">Linebackers:</span></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":["not_in_db"],"_player_evaluations_0_not_in_database":"field_62aba48cecf2d","player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":1629756,"_player_evaluations_0_player_details_selected_featured_image":"field_62cca28ffa4e7","player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"Oscar Walton","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_player_name":"field_62aba4c9ecf2f","player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"2026","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_graduating_class":"field_62aba4ddecf30","player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"6'2u0022","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_height":"field_62aba4e8ecf31","player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"220","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_weight":"field_65b288425ecf6","player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"2411","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_position":"field_62aba4f0ecf32","player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"Byron High School","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_school":"field_62aba4fdecf33","player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details_club_team":"field_62d20e723441a","player_evaluations_0_player_details":"","_player_evaluations_0_player_details":"field_62aba4afecf2e","player_evaluations":1,"_player_evaluations":"field_62aba7547dc44"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67bb8d9f12a46"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Explosive TE and OLB that engages opponents at the LOS with aggressiveness. The playing strength to drive opponents backward in both blocking and pass rushing was evident. Speed coming off the LOS and the pursuit Walton displayed allowed him to make tackles behind the LOS on ball carriers. Furthermore, he reads and reacts off blocks to engage opponents at a good level. Could be played in a pass-rushing DE role with the athleticism present.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/18131334/67053699075ebd41cca84fc8' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67bb8d9f12c87"} /--> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="qme" dir="ltr">🔥🔥🔥 <a href="https://t.co/PWKhTZlj07">pic.twitter.com/PWKhTZlj07</a></p>&mdash; Oscar Walton (@OWalton25) <a href="https://twitter.com/OWalton25/status/1893163339905180073?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 22, 2025</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1284356"],"_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-67bbafd2aef0d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Produces at a high level for Monroe High School with 102 tackles, 5 sacks, and 8 TFLs. Montgomery Jr. has an extreme amount of talent that jumps off the tape. Crashes at the ball carriers with explosiveness and an aggressive tackle ability were present. The pass coverage ability was a major standout as his lateral agility granted him an outstanding capability in zone coverage. Furthermore, the play recognition and his outstanding athleticism showed he was a sideline-to-sideline LB.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/19646330/66fd9481d53be908b0e7b5e1' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67bbafd2af240"} /--> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><span style="text-decoration: underline">Offensive Linemen:</span></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1215186"],"_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-67bb9f5b0de8a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Physicality and power blocking in pass protection. Balanced pass-blocking set in which opponents struggled to rush with power. Furthermore, George had tremendous success making down blocks and reach blocks with an extreme amount of lower body strength. The hand usage of opponents when engaging at the LOS and the ability to pull on the opposite gaps were active. George did have playing experience at the DT position, in which he was able to clog running lanes with solid gap integrity.  </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/19318333/656f2cb2a0226c09fc9feeba' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67bb9f5b0e063"} /--> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">O-Line Leads the way! Section 3 Champs behind these monsters! Our Guys! <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/BigBlueWreckingCrew?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#BigBlueWreckingCrew</a> <a href="https://t.co/AvqxkHjioQ">pic.twitter.com/AvqxkHjioQ</a></p>&mdash; Steve Chapman (@CoachChapmanFB) <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachChapmanFB/status/1857993961123594290?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 17, 2024</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["819991"],"_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-67bb9f5b0e0b9"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">A lengthy OL who was able to play all around for this offensive line. Long arms that granted him to keep pass rushers at bay. The ability to handle defenders with balance and power was shown throughout the film. Playing reps at the DE position was present. Occasionally, being aggressive in down blocking with pancake blocks in the run game was evident. Quickness coming off the LOS in both run blocking and pass blocking did allow him to gain an advantage over opponents.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/17766532/67a8dbad26227f63eef8cffb' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67bb9f5b0e0df"} /--> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["840987"],"_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-67be3d0cecc98"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">The ability to make quick pull and reach blocks was produced at an outstanding level for Ciancuielli at the RT position. He has a very well-balanced blocking frame and the ability to win the leverage battle on opponents at the POA. Conversely, he does a great job of firing his hand on defenders to maintain control in both pass and run situations. Combating pass rush moves thrown his way was present on film in pass protection and can be built upon moving forward. Finally, Ciancuielli does have versatility in playing the center position if need be.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/19978610/67467386625776be6d63ee6f' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67be3d0cecfcb"} /--> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><span style="text-decoration: underline">Defensive Backs:</span></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1344783"],"_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-67bd1e7ac4c20"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Athleticism allowed NyGuan Gilbert to do a lot of different actions on the football field at both the WR and the FS positions. Whenever he was operating at the FS position, the ability to flip his hips and change directions quickly stood out. Making electric INTs was a huge part of this young man's tape and allowed his team to walk away with the win. Is aggressive in his approach to attacking after the football at both the WR and FS positions. Gilbert does not shy away from contact. Overall, Gilbert did make an impact at the WR position as well in open space with his ability after the catch.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/20079907/67321821b161cc4af71b7951' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67bd1e7ac4dab"} /--> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Here 4 of my plays from our first playoff game it won't let me add to my highlights !!<a href="https://twitter.com/coach_dees?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@coach_dees</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/AlexKellyCuse?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@AlexKellyCuse</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/coachirishodea?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@coachirishodea</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/Coach_DiRi?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Coach_DiRi</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachBDoc?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachBDoc</a> @coachbuttsUNM <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachTBiscardi?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachTBiscardi</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/SpencerD_BCFB?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@SpencerD_BCFB</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/CoachMathies?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@CoachMathies</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/Godsgift_Nate?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Godsgift_Nate</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/cameronhall_4?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@cameronhall_4</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/Coach_Scott31?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Coach_Scott31</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/Cedric_stevens5?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Cedric_stevens5</a> ‼️ <a href="https://t.co/wEPQDf0yBS">pic.twitter.com/wEPQDf0yBS</a></p>&mdash; NyQuan Gilbert (@NyquanGilbert) <a href="https://twitter.com/NyquanGilbert/status/1865847688408994135?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 8, 2024</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- wp:heading --> <h2 class="wp-block-heading"><span style="text-decoration: underline">Running Backs:</span></h2> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1208768"],"_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-67be3d0ced0c2"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700">Bruising RB that will run downhill and vertical at the defense. Powerful ability to bounce off tackles at an incredible rate. Similarly, the stiff arms that Thomas was able to produce on defenders at the POA were outstanding to see in space. Further, his ball carrier vision at the LOS showed in his ability to find the open lanes and break through the second levels of the defenses. Outstanding contact balance to break tackles and gain extra yards after contact. Can make juke/cut moves in space on defenders at a good rate.&nbsp;</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/hudl {"name":"acf/hudl","data":{"embed_code":"u003ciframe src='https://www.hudl.com/embed/video/3/18279037/6751e6c782309d1c428ce32f' width='640' height='360' frameborder='0' allowfullscreenu003eu003c/iframeu003e","_embed_code":"field_62daf7995fd8c"},"mode":"preview","alignText":"left","anchor":"acf-block-67be3d0ced107"} /--> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Congrats to our <a href="https://twitter.com/Gatorade?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Gatorade</a> Offensive and Defensive Players of the Year, RB Ja&#039;Quan Thomas &amp; LB Tyler Houser! 🏆<br><br>Thomas totaled 298 carries for 2,608 yards and 37 touchdowns. Houser tallied 144 tackles, 14 for a loss, 7 sacks and an INT returned for a TD. <a href="https://t.co/C57JPsLWkH">pic.twitter.com/C57JPsLWkH</a></p>&mdash; New York Jets (@nyjets) <a href="https://twitter.com/nyjets/status/1874112024206008573?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 31, 2024</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html --> <!-- wp:html --> <blockquote class="twitter-tweet"><p lang="en" dir="ltr">Just wanna say i am Honored and blessed to be selected as Offensive High-school Player Of The Year by the NY Jets and Gatorade⚡️ , words can't explain this awesome experience, thank you all for the support over this season, and God🙏🏾 .Also thank you <a href="https://twitter.com/NYJetsCR?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@NYJetsCR</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/nyjets?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@nyjets</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/Gatorade?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@Gatorade</a>… <a href="https://t.co/FHhfsVP9l4">pic.twitter.com/FHhfsVP9l4</a></p>&mdash; [player_tooltip player_id='1208768' first='Ja'Quan' last='Thomas'] 2026 RB/MLB (@JaQuanThomas25) <a href="https://twitter.com/JaQuanThomas25/status/1870997457988890725?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 23, 2024</a></blockquote> <!-- /wp:html -->

It is a critical year for all of these players in the 2026 class. They are entering their senior year of high school and are looking for colleges to make offers for them to play football at the next level. All these players have a different skill set in New York State below.

Cam Grasso

Cam Grasso

NY
WR/ATH
HEIGHT 6'1"
WEIGHT 175
POS WR/ATH
CLASS 2026
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Cam
Grasso WR/ATH
Class
2026
Height
6'1"
Weight
175
HS
Niskayuna
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New York State Recruiting- Class of 2026
Speed demon that flies deep down the field with a huge amount of separation vs. the defensive backs....
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Cam Grasso

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State: New York
School: Niskayuna
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Kieghlin Hicks

Kieghlin Hicks

NY
WR
HEIGHT 6'3"
WEIGHT 185
POS WR
CLASS 2026
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Kieghlin
Hicks WR
Class
2026
Height
6'3"
Weight
185
HS
CBA-Syracuse
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NY
New York State Recruiting- Class of 2026
A detail-oriented route-running WR that can get in and out of breaks with ease. Comparatively, Hicks was very...
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Kieghlin Hicks

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State: New York
School: CBA-Syracuse
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Peyton Way

Peyton Way

NY
WR
HEIGHT 6'0"
WEIGHT 190
POS WR
CLASS 2026
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Peyton
Way WR
Class
2026
Height
6'0"
Weight
190
HS
New Hartford
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NY
New York State Recruiting- Class of 2026
A twitchy WR who was able to work the middle of the field at a high rate for...
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Peyton Way

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State: New York
School: New Hartford
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Oscar Walton

Oscar Walton

HEIGHT 6'2"
WEIGHT 220
POS ATH
CLASS 2026

Oscar Walton

School: Byron High School
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Jermaine Montgomery Jr

Jermaine Montgomery Jr

NY
LB
HEIGHT 6'0"
WEIGHT 210
POS LB
CLASS 2026
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Jermaine
Montgomery Jr LB
Class
2026
Height
6'0"
Weight
210
HS
James Monroe
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NY
New York State Recruiting- Class of 2026
Produces at a high level for Monroe High School with 102 tackles, 5 sacks, and 8 TFLs. Montgomery...
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Jermaine Montgomery Jr

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State: New York
School: James Monroe
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Colgate
Kevin George

Kevin George

NY
OL
HEIGHT 6'3"
WEIGHT 290
POS OL
CLASS 2026
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Kevin
George OL
Class
2026
Height
6'3"
Weight
290
HS
Whitesboro
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NY
New York State Recruiting- Class of 2026
Physicality and power blocking in pass protection. Balanced pass-blocking set in which opponents struggled to rush with power....
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Colgate
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Kevin George

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State: New York
School: Whitesboro
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Charles Crisera

Charles Crisera

NY
OL
HEIGHT 6'5"
WEIGHT 250
POS OL
CLASS 2026
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Charles
Crisera OL
Class
2026
Height
6'5"
Weight
250
HS
Bayport-Blue Point
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New York State Recruiting- Class of 2026
A lengthy OL who was able to play all around for this offensive line. Long arms that granted...
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Charles Crisera

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State: New York
School: Bayport-Blue Point
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Bryce Ciancuielli

Bryce Ciancuielli

NY
OL
HEIGHT 6'3"
WEIGHT 270
POS OL
CLASS 2026
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Bryce
Ciancuielli OL
Class
2026
Height
6'3"
Weight
270
HS
St. Anthony's
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NY
New York State Recruiting- Class of 2026
The ability to make quick pull and reach blocks was produced at an outstanding level for Ciancuielli at...
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Bryce Ciancuielli

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State: New York
School: St. Anthony's
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Nyquan Gilbert

Nyquan Gilbert

NY
WR/DB
HEIGHT 6'1"
WEIGHT 175
POS WR/DB
CLASS 2026
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Nyquan
Gilbert WR/DB
Class
2026
Height
6'1"
Weight
175
HS
ITC-Syracuse
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NY
New York State Recruiting- Class of 2026
Athleticism allowed NyGuan Gilbert to do a lot of different actions on the football field at both the...
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Nyquan Gilbert

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State: New York
School: ITC-Syracuse
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Ja’Quan Thomas

Ja’Quan Thomas

NY
RB
HEIGHT 6'2"
WEIGHT 220
POS RB
CLASS 2026
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Ja’Quan
Thomas RB
Class
2026
Height
6'2"
Weight
220
HS
William Floyd
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NY
New York State Recruiting- Class of 2026
Bruising RB that will run downhill and vertical at the defense. Powerful ability to bounce off tackles at...
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Ja’Quan Thomas

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State: New York
School: William Floyd
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