<!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>There can only be one on the field and it's easily the most scrutinized position in all of football, the Quarterback! Looking at all the film of 2030 prospects in the state of New Jersey, below is a look at the Quarterbacks poised to make noise over the next four seasons.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":1} --> <h1 class="wp-block-heading"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">Ranked</span></strong></h1> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2076843"],"_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-6a8430cd3583f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>The No.1 Quarterback in the New Jersey 2030 class, via Prep Redzone Next as of August 2026</strong>.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>As of Nov. 2025, also ranked the No.14 c/o 2030 RHP in the country, No.1 in NJ</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li>A three-sport athlete (football, baseball, basketball)</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>After reviewing as much film on as many 2030 QBs in New Jersey as possible, there's little question that [player_tooltip player_id='2076843' first='Christopher' last='Haines'] is currently the No.1 QB in the state as of August 2026. At 6'2" and 200 pounds, the multi-sport athlete has the strongest arm in this class, made evident by a fastball that's been clocked at 89 mph. The Ironmen have D1 recruit [player_tooltip player_id='1907950' first='Carson' last='Schoen'] locked in as the day one starter, in addition to Soph. [player_tooltip player_id='1514895' first='Damien' last='Pierro'] waiting in the wings. However, don't be surprised if Haines sees time someway, somehow.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":1,"style":{"typography":{"textAlign":"center"}}} --> <h1 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">Tier 1</span></strong></h1> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Tier 1 athletes aren't listed in the initial Class of 2030 New Jersey rankings, but they stand as the top players at their positions as of August 2026. They have been added to the 2030 New Jersey Watchlist for future evaluations on their development. <strong>Athletes are listed alphabetically by first name -- NOT ranked.</strong></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-6a8324ee52472"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>A Tier 1 Quarterback in the New Jersey 2030 class, via Prep Redzone Next as of August 2026.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The only New Jersey 2030 Quarterback that attended <strong><em>The Rize 2026</em></strong>, Marchetti has long been a QB in this class that coaches have known about. The Chatham native played his 2025 season for Silk City and is set to begin his career at DePaul Catholic. Marchetti has an opportunity to play early in high school, as the Spartans lost a pair of PRZ Next Middle School Camp alumni in Derek Zammit (University of Washington) and Justin Merriman (transfer to St. Frances Academy).</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1606045"],"_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-6a833585a205c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>A Tier 1 Quarterback in the New Jersey 2030 class, via Prep Redzone Next as of August 2026.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Without question one of the premier 2030 QBs in the state of New Jersey as of August 2026. The righty out of Westwood in Bergen County has a cannon for an arm and can make every throw needed on the field at this point. SJR is bringing in a ton of talent at all positions and the 2025 BCJFL All-Star should have very little problem getting the ball out of his hands and into the hands of his playmakers this year and beyond.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1371693"],"_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-6a833585a20b6"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>A Tier 1 Quarterback in the New Jersey 2030 class, via Prep Redzone Next as of August 2026.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>After taking a reclass year and playing with Silk City in 2025, Ciliento Jr. had interest from a number of non-public schools in the state, but he ultimately opted to stay home and play at Wood-Ridge. He comes in with excellent size for a freshman and possesses advanced arm talent at this point. Furthermore, he's expected to get the keys to the offense and should be the day one starter.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2337008"],"_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-6a833585a20e0"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>A Tier 1 Quarterback in the New Jersey 2030 class, via Prep Redzone Next as of August 2026.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A prospect that didn't jump on to my radar until the late spring in 2026, [player_tooltip player_id='2337008' first='Elijah' last='Wallace'] is an intriguing one to keep an eye on. His size and athletic ability check the boxes, standing 6'2" and 165 pounds while also excelling in track. He was a big reason for the success of the Carteret Bulldogs Pop Warner program in 2025 and will now add that ability to an already deeply-talented 2030 class at Shabazz. He's raw fundamentally as a QB, but that can be coached into him as he moves forward.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2121183"],"_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-6a833585a210e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>A Tier 1 Quarterback in the New Jersey 2030 class, via Prep Redzone Next as of August 2026.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>As is the case with several of the Tier 1 Quarterbacks in this New Jersey 2030 class, DePoder is not only a name to know at QB, but also on the baseball diamond. The 6'1", 160-pounder has been clocked with a fastball at 75 mph. DePoder was QB1 for a Gloucester City Mustangs program that brought home and SJIYFA Championship in 2025. He's off to Gloucester Catholic where the Rams went 0-11 last year and 2-7 the year prior. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1597944"],"_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-6a833585a213c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>A Tier 1 Quarterback in the New Jersey 2030 class, via Prep Redzone Next as of August 2026.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>When looking at the future in terms of Quarterbacks with the biggest upside, the list has to start with [player_tooltip player_id='1597944' first='Hudson' last='Bienko']. It's not often that a program like The Hun School takes an incoming freshman at QB, but that's the case here. Bienko was an NJSYFL All-Star in 2025 and his body is now catching up with his football IQ and decision making, having gown three inches and put on 15-20 pounds. The Morristown native has the "IT factor" and will have the benefit of developing for two years behind current Indiana-commit and PRZ Next camp alumni, [player_tooltip player_id='943155' first='Lukas' last='Prock'].</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1719449"],"_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-6a833585a215c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>A Tier 1 Quarterback in the New Jersey 2030 class, via Prep Redzone Next as of August 2026.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Last season the Washington Township Minutemen Junior High Team was riddled with talent at every position on the field, and the straw stirring the drink was QB1 [player_tooltip player_id='1719449' first='Jaxson' last='Battista']. The big righty is nearly 6'2", 180 pounds and sports a very solid build. Battista should fit right in, as new Hermits HC Bill Belton clearly has an affinity for big Quarterbacks with PRZ Next Middle School camp alumn [player_tooltip player_id='1140616' first='Frank' last='Hoerst'] (6'4", 205) and [player_tooltip player_id='1647472' first='Dylan' last='Dellanoce'] (6'2", 185) already on the roster.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2339068"],"_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-6a859a76c8953"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>A Tier 1 Quarterback in the New Jersey 2030 class, via Prep Redzone Next as of August 2026.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>On film and looking at picture of him, he absolutely looks the part of a Quarterback that will make some noise in Bergen County and beyond over the next four years. A Southpaw with a solid build, who also plays baseball. Looking at recent QB training clips, he moves well in the pocket with nimble feet and displays a powerful arm. Making off-platform throws does not seem to be an issue here in the least.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2143752"],"_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-6a84a1d10d296"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>A Tier 1 Quarterback in the New Jersey 2030 class, via Prep Redzone Next as of August 2026.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Of the five prospects Bergen Catholic is bringing in that primarily played QB during their final season of youth ball in 2025, none offer more dual-threat ability than Cottone. Playing for Park Ridge last season, Cottone earned a selection to the BCJFL All-Star Game. His aptitude to take off and run, on top of his propensity to run RPO concepts offers a nice wrinkle for the Crusaders offensive coaches to play with.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1589154"],"_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-6a834188464be"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>A Tier 1 Quarterback in the New Jersey 2030 class, via Prep Redzone Next as of August 2026.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The New York native is crossing state lines into New Jersey to suit up for Bergen Catholic, and will be one of five prospects on the Crusaders roster that primarily played QB during their final season of youth ball in 2025. The son of the USA Football U15 National Flag team, he has a knack for getting the ball out quickly and delivering catchable balls on off-platform throws. He has some dual-threat in him as well, but his throwing motion is what really stands out to me.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2333722"],"_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-6a834188464f3"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>A Tier 1 Quarterback in the New Jersey 2030 class, via Prep Redzone Next as of August 2026.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A 2030 Quarterback that hasn't been talked about on social media nearly as much as he should be --if at all-- is [player_tooltip player_id='2333722' first='Lance' last='Brooks']. Brooks has a frame and a raw skill set that is really intriguing, as he stands right around 6'2", 165 pounds and brings dual-threat ability. In his film from 13U ball last season, he looks very comfortable in the pocket and seemingly has that sixth sense of knowing when to escape it and make a play.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2076847"],"_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-6a83418846519"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>A Tier 1 Quarterback in the New Jersey 2030 class, via Prep Redzone Next as of August 2026.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>I love the mentality Easley plays the position with, as his brash style reminds me of former Heisman Trophy winner Baker Mayfield. Easley is a dual-threat QB that also plays Linebacker on the defensive side of the ball. For his efforts during the 2025, as an 8th grader, he was named the Hackensack Jr. Comets Player of the Year. Easley is also a talented basketball player and plays with that same sudden burst on the football field.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2143678"],"_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-6a8341884653a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>A Tier 1 Quarterback in the New Jersey 2030 class, via Prep Redzone Next as of August 2026.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Another one of the five Quarterbacks that the Crusaders are bringing in with this 2030 class, Martino is a promising prospect in several aspects. In 2025 he served as QB1 on an NBJFL Championship-winning Ridgewood team, but was also seemingly a double digit-a-game tackling machine at Linebacker. Also regarded as a stud on the baseball diamond, I think taking a wait and see approach is best here. With that said, there is no question he's one of the best pure football players in the state of New Jersey.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2043864"],"_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-6a8341884655a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>A Tier 1 Quarterback in the New Jersey 2030 class, via Prep Redzone Next as of August 2026.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Arguably the top dual-threat QB in all of South Jersey, Holy Spirit got themselves a very talented playmaker in [player_tooltip player_id='2043864' first='Noah' last='Gillespie']. He was a man amongst boys for Egg Harbor Twp. last season and helped bring home their second consecutive league championship. The righty followed up his success on the gridiron by being selected to the Cape Atlantic Basketball Junkie All-Star Showcase this past March.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2337630"],"_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-6a8430cd35947"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>A Tier 1 Quarterback in the New Jersey 2030 class, via Prep Redzone Next as of August 2026.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>There is a nice group of 2030s getting ready to kick off their high school careers for the Salem Rams and they appear to have one of the biggest pieces set in QB [player_tooltip player_id='2337630' first='Owen' last='McDonald']. The righty can drive the ball down the field with just a flick of the wrist, excelling on passes in that second level. Most importantly, he has traditionally done a good job of protecting the football and not making foolish throws.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2337056"],"_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-6a83418846579"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>A Tier 1 Quarterback in the New Jersey 2030 class, via Prep Redzone Next as of August 2026.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Coming off a 2-7 season a year ago, Haddon Heights has to be excited about 6'1", 165-pound [player_tooltip player_id='2337056' first='Sullivan' last='McCarthy'] entering the HS ranks. He has looked sharp in 7v7 action this summer as he approaches the season and I fully expect him to keep ascending over his high school career. Looking at his film from his 8th grader season in 2025, he looks more than comfortable escaping the pocket under duress and making throws on the run.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1567241"],"_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-6a83418846599"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>A Tier 1 Quarterback in the New Jersey 2030 class, via Prep Redzone Next as of August 2026.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>St. Peter's Prep is getting a really talented QB in [player_tooltip player_id='1567241' first='Tyler' last='Shea']. Shea would have been on my list of top 2029 prospects last summer, but he opted for a reclass year and helped guide the St. James Royals to the Pop Warner Super Bowl in 2025. A NJSYFL All-Star following his 2024 season with Old Bridge, the arm talent and strength have never been a question for him. Now up to 6'2" and 190 pounds, he has varsity ready size and ability from the jump.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2066815"],"_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-6a834188465b8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>A Tier 1 Quarterback in the New Jersey 2030 class, via Prep Redzone Next as of August 2026.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Rounding out the Tier 1 Quarterbacks in this New Jersey 2030 class is incoming Green Wave signal caller, [player_tooltip player_id='2066815' first='Tyler' last='Masella']. Like a few other Tier 1 QBs, Masella opted for a reclass year in 2025 and got his body ready for the grind of HS football. Following the 2024 season he was named a NBJFL All-Star for his play with Montville. He likely won't see varsity time this year with former PRZ Next Middle School Camp MVP [player_tooltip player_id='972082' first='Gavin' last='Gilardi'] and another PRZ Net Middle School Camp alumni [player_tooltip player_id='1371555' first='Jayden' last='Schmalz'] both returning from a year ago. With that said, he is physically ready and should develop nicely as we look forward.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":1,"style":{"typography":{"textAlign":"center"}}} --> <h1 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline">Tier 2</span></strong></h1> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Tier 2 athletes aren't listed in the initial Class of 2030 New Jersey rankings, but are considered prospects that could become one of the best in the state with further development, as of August 2026. They have been added to the 2030 New Jersey Watchlist for future evaluations. <strong>Athletes are listed alphabetically by first name -- NOT ranked.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2130277"],"_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-6a8324ee524ba"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>A Tier 2 Quarterback in the New Jersey 2030 class, via Prep Redzone Next as of August 2026.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A multi-sport athlete (basketball and baseball) who earned a selection to the NBJFL All-Star Game in 2025.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2130205"],"_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-6a834188465ee"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>A Tier 2 Quarterback in the New Jersey 2030 class, via Prep Redzone Next as of August 2026.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A QB standing north of 6-foot with considerable length. An even better basketball player at this point. Served as QB1 for the West Essex Cowboys in 2025.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2251670"],"_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-6a8341884660d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>A Tier 2 Quarterback in the New Jersey 2030 class, via Prep Redzone Next as of August 2026.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A promising young QB who is set for his freshman season at St. Peter's Prep after playing with the NJ Bulldogs in 2025. Has no problem slinging the ball wherever it needs to go.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2179579"],"_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-6a8341884662a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>A Tier 2 Quarterback in the New Jersey 2030 class, via Prep Redzone Next as of August 2026.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Doesn't have the height of some of the other QBs in the class, but showed he has the ability at <strong><em>The Rize 2026</em></strong>. He will play early for Glassboro, until Charlie Foulke returns.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2337072"],"_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-6a83418846647"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>A Tier 2 Quarterback in the New Jersey 2030 class, via Prep Redzone Next as of August 2026.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Fresh off their first-ever Group 2 State Title, HC Rob Hinson and Camden are retooling with another stud QB in [player_tooltip player_id='2337072' first='Carl' last='Davis III']. He's one of several standout 2030s to know.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2166268"],"_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-6a83418846665"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>A Tier 2 Quarterback in the New Jersey 2030 class, via Prep Redzone Next as of August 2026.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A smooth Quarterback who can make plays happen out of nothing. Does a nice job of throwing on the run and delivering the ball where it needs to be.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2337076"],"_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-6a83418846682"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>A Tier 2 Quarterback in the New Jersey 2030 class, via Prep Redzone Next as of August 2026.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>I liked what I saw on film from him last year during his time with the Brick City Lions. He brings a dual-threat style and has a nose for the endzone.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1905594"],"_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-6a8341884669e"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>A Tier 2 Quarterback in the New Jersey 2030 class, via Prep Redzone Next as of August 2026.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Was very close to reclassing back to the 2031 class, but the two-time Jersey Shore AYF Conference All-Star will be at RBC. A talented QB/ATH with elite size at 6'3", 215 lbs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2071824"],"_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-6a834188466ba"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>A Tier 2 Quarterback in the New Jersey 2030 class, via Prep Redzone Next as of August 2026.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A Morris County QB with a strong arm that can sling it when he gets his feet set. Threw the pill all over the yard for the Par. Hills Little Vikings in 2025 and should only get bigger and better.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2337082"],"_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-6a834188466d7"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>A Tier 2 Quarterback in the New Jersey 2030 class, via Prep Redzone Next as of August 2026.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Originally set to play his freshman season at Immaculata, Richardson made a late switch over to Hudson Catholic. He'll have a shot to see time early under new HC Tarig Holman.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2337085"],"_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-6a834188466f4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>A Tier 2 Quarterback in the New Jersey 2030 class, via Prep Redzone Next as of August 2026.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Essex County is home to a promising 2030 QB in Cedar Grove's Janes. He enters HS with plus size and an accurate arm.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2121086"],"_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-6a83418846711"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>A Tier 2 Quarterback in the New Jersey 2030 class, via Prep Redzone Next as of August 2026.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Naturally a basketball player, Hendricks reminds me a lot of what Allen Iverson looked like in the football film that has widely been seen. He's very undersized, by extremely quick.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2251608"],"_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-6a8341884672d"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>A Tier 2 Quarterback in the New Jersey 2030 class, via Prep Redzone Next as of August 2026.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Helped Union City to a championship season in 2025 and looks the part of a future stud at the QB position. He has the size and the frame to become a solid QB in the state.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2337089"],"_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-6a8341884674a"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>A Tier 2 Quarterback in the New Jersey 2030 class, via Prep Redzone Next as of August 2026.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Acree served as QB1 on a Piscataway team that went 18-0 in middle school ball over the last two seasons, with several top 2030 prospects. He'll be competing with four other QBs at BC.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2337090"],"_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-6a83418846766"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>A Tier 2 Quarterback in the New Jersey 2030 class, via Prep Redzone Next as of August 2026.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Being a legitimate 6'3" and entering high school is something that simply can't be taught. He's tall and long and moves decently with all things considered. Also a solid baseball player.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2133145"],"_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-6a83418846783"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>A Tier 2 Quarterback in the New Jersey 2030 class, via Prep Redzone Next as of August 2026.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A standout baseball player above all else, Pluchino was QB1 of the NJSYFL-Champion Old Bridge Rebels in 2025. He also earned the starting nod in the All-Star Game.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1638744"],"_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-6a8341884679f"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>A Tier 2 Quarterback in the New Jersey 2030 class, via Prep Redzone Next as of August 2026.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>A reclass kid who split time with Silk City and Spring Valley 14U teams in 2025. Absolutely shredded for an incoming freshman. Will compete with the BC freshmen QBs.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2058588"],"_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-6a837df4447ec"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>A Tier 2 Quarterback in the New Jersey 2030 class, via Prep Redzone Next as of August 2026.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Perhaps not as pure a QB as others in this tier, Iozzi checks the box athletically as a freshman QB. The Mt. Olive prospect was a standout in the MCYFL All-Star Game in 2025.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2144562"],"_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-6a834188467bc"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>A Tier 2 Quarterback in the New Jersey 2030 class, via Prep Redzone Next as of August 2026.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Played a very fast and dynamic dual-threat style of QB last year and earned a NBJFL All-Star Game nod. Also one of the best lacrosse players in the state. </p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2061008"],"_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-6a834188467d8"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>A Tier 2 Quarterback in the New Jersey 2030 class, via Prep Redzone Next as of August 2026.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Fresh off a BCJFL All-Star season in 2025, the Garfield product is off to play for the Ironmen of Don Bosco Prep. He has put on some good ahead of the 2026 season.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["1904296"],"_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-6a834188467f4"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>A Tier 2 Quarterback in the New Jersey 2030 class, via Prep Redzone Next as of August 2026.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Another very good QB that not many people have been talking about in the NJ youth football circles. Rann showed off a strong arm and dual-threat ability for Montclair's Pop Warner team in 2025.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2064373"],"_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-6a843579b2d3c"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>A Tier 2 Quarterback in the New Jersey 2030 class, via Prep Redzone Next as of August 2026.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>The West Orange QB isn't far off from being considered one of the best in the state. He threw a pair of TD passes in last year's NJSYFL All-Star Game</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2074671"],"_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-6a83418846810"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>A Tier 2 Quarterback in the New Jersey 2030 class, via Prep Redzone Next as of August 2026.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>There was a ton of talent in the BCJFL in 2025, especially at the QB position, which may have led to [player_tooltip player_id='2074671' first='Tanner' last='Lawrance'] being overlooked a bit. QB1 for undefeated, championship team Also plays hockey.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:acf/evaluation-block {"name":"acf/evaluation-block","data":{"player_evaluations_0_player":["2058662"],"_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-6a837df4448cd"} --> <!-- wp:paragraph {"placeholder":"Add evaluation here...","className":"text-gray-700"} --> <p class="text-gray-700"><strong>A Tier 2 Quarterback in the New Jersey 2030 class, via Prep Redzone Next as of August 2026.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>QB1 off a very solid MCYFL Championship-winning Roxbury Jr. Gaels team in 2025. Morse passes the eye test right away with a strong frame and should be a solid one for years to come.</p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- /wp:acf/evaluation-block --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:heading {"level":1,"style":{"typography":{"textAlign":"center"}}} --> <h1 class="wp-block-heading has-text-align-center"><strong><span style="text-decoration: underline"><strong>Tier </strong>3</span></strong></h1> <!-- /wp:heading --> <!-- wp:paragraph --> <p>Tier 3 athletes aren't listed in the initial Class of 2030 New Jersey rankings. These athletes have some ability, but there is room for substantial improvement, as of August 2026. <strong>Athletes are listed alphabetically by first name -- NOT ranked.</strong></p> <!-- /wp:paragraph --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong><em>Aiden Himmelbaum</em></strong> | Westfield</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong><em>Anderson Wisnefski</em></strong> | Ocean City</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='1586298' first='Da'yvon' last='Cañadas']</em></strong> | St. Thomas Aquinas</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='2055862' first='Dylan' last='McCarthy']</em></strong> | Morris Knolls</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong><em>Dylan Reilly</em></strong> | Kittatinny</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong><em>Jeremiah Scates</em></strong> | St. Augustine</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong><em>Khyree Bowens</em></strong> | Deptford</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='2065337' first='Liam' last='Barrionuevo']</em></strong> | Bloomfield</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='2057007' first='Mack' last='Stanley']</em></strong> | Jefferson</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='2071641' first='Mason' last='Morano']</em></strong> | Pompton Lakes</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='2055823' first='Michael' last='Beacom'] </em></strong>| Madison</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong><em>Michael Cervino</em></strong> | Wayne Valley</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='1699420' first='Michael' last='Hanhan']</em></strong> | Holmdel</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong><em>Nolan Fidyk</em></strong> | Cherokee</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='1660598' first='Sean' last='Searight']</em></strong> | Middletown North</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='2059035' first='Tyler' last='Apgar'] </em></strong>| Morris Hills</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong><em>[player_tooltip player_id='2251500' first='Vin' last='Buffa']</em></strong> | St. Peter's Prep</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list --> <!-- wp:list --> <ul class="wp-block-list"><!-- wp:list-item --> <li><strong><em>Xavier Coston </em></strong>| Seton Hall Prep</li> <!-- /wp:list-item --></ul> <!-- /wp:list -->