A prospect that has been on the Prep Redzone radar since Al Pop’s work on Prep Redzone Next, Anthony Palma Anthony Palma 5'9" | 155 lbs | DB Verona | 2029 NJ stayed home to play for his hometown Verona Hillbillies. In limited action as a freshman on varsity, Palma has already matched — and in someways surpassed — his production from last year. Currently, he has tied last year’s mark with 28 tackles, but has more tackles for loss and solo stops across 4 games. Moreover, Palma has made this list because of his 3 interceptions on the season, all of which have come over his last two contests. Palma did not intercept a pass last fall. This is called growth.

Fast, sure-handed and extremely talented are just three of the ways to describe Verona’s Anthony Palma Anthony Palma 5'9" | 155 lbs | DB Verona | 2029 NJ . On film, the multi-sport athlete was the most impressive offensive player I saw on an Eagles team that won the West Essex Jr. Football League Championship in 2024. Primarily lined up in the slot, they did move Palma around in situations to get him some rushing attempts. In addition to his offensive output, Palma was also a dangerous return man that could take the ball to the house at any time on Special Teams. Not to be glossed over, Palma also lined up at Outside Linebacker and made his presence felt against both the run and the pass.