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We are thrilled to add Delaney Fludd Delaney Fludd 6'3" | 290 lbs | DL St Thomas More Ct. | 2026 State New E , a standout defensive lineman from New England, now recognized on the Prep Redzone New England Class of 2026 Ranking List. Standing tall at 6’3″ and weighing 280 pounds, Delaney’s transfer from Bergen Catholic in New Jersey to St. Thomas More in Connecticut for the fall of 2025 positions him as a key player to watch.
Delaney has showcased his extraordinary talent through recent evaluations of his highlight films for the 2025 mid-season and the upcoming 2024 season. As an interior defensive lineman, he excels in both run defense and pass rushing, effectively disrupting plays at the line of scrimmage. His keen instincts and relentless drive make him a formidable presence on the field, drawing attention from numerous NCAA programs.
Currently, Delaney holds 20 verbal offers, including prestigious ones from Memphis, Liberty, James Madison, Wake Forest, and many others, such as Boston College, Syracuse, and West Virginia. His skill set, combined with his determination, sets Delaney apart as a prime prospect for college coaches seeking to bolster their defensive lineup.
With his remarkable potential and dedication to the game, Delaney Fludd Delaney Fludd 6'3" | 290 lbs | DL St Thomas More Ct. | 2026 State New E is undoubtedly a player to keep an eye on as he prepares for the next chapter of his football journey. Don’t miss your opportunity to recruit this rising star!

Fludd is transferring from Bergen Catholic in New Jersey to St. Thomas More in Connecticut for the fall of 2025. As an interior defensive lineman, he is an outstanding player known for his effectiveness in both run defense and pass rushing. His ability to disrupt plays at the line of scrimmage is exceptional, making him a formidable presence on the field. He currently holds 20 verbal offers, including those from Memphis (9/3/25), Liberty (re-offered on 5/12/25), James Madison (4/15/25), Ohio University (4/13/25), Wake Forest (4/7/25), and others from schools such as Charlotte, Akron, Boston College, Buffalo, Coastal Carolina, East Carolina, Howard, Kent State, Marshall, Monmouth, Syracuse, Temple, UConn, UMass, and West Virginia. HUDL: https://www.hudl.com/video/3/15751107/66e302f65940df5180602dba

Delaney Fludd Delaney Fludd 6'3" | 290 lbs | DL St Thomas More Ct. | 2026 State New E was a force on Bergen Catholic’s defensive line, setting the tone early and maintaining pressure through both halves. The 6’2” interior lineman made life difficult for St. Joe’s quarterback, Mason Geis Mason Geis 6'1" | 185 lbs | QB St. Joseph Regional | 2026 State NJ , and his impact was felt right from the start. Fludd’s massive sack in the first half swung momentum toward Bergen Catholic, igniting their defense and fueling a dominant performance. His presence in the trenches was a driving factor in Bergen’s win, paving the way for their defensive success and setting up a victory over a tough St. Joe’s team.

Delaney Fludd Delaney Fludd 6'3" | 290 lbs | DL St Thomas More Ct. | 2026 State New E is on a mission, and today’s game against IMG Academy could be his defining moment. Flood has already been mentioned as a potential Defensive Player of the Year candidate in New Jersey, and there’s no better way to start that campaign than by dominating a top-20 team in the nation.

Fludd is a force to be reckoned with as an interior defensive lineman. He excels in both run defense and pass rushing. His ability to disrupt plays at the line of scrimmage is unmatched, making him a game-wrecker. Last season, he started strong with a standout performance against Red Bank Catholic, setting the tone for what he can do early in games.

Fludd’s combination of size, strength, quickness, exceptional hand usage, and powerful lower body make him one of the most formidable interior linemen in the country. A dominant showing today could put him on the radar of more Power Five programs and possibly earn him his first SEC offer. All eyes will be on Delaney Flood as he looks to take over this game.

Sandwiched between our second and fourth ranked defensive linemen is #3, Delaney Fludd Delaney Fludd 6'3" | 290 lbs | DL St Thomas More Ct. | 2026 State New E . Fludd sets up his inside moves, getting to stated inside extremely quick. He has an ability to play with a lower pad level than his matchups – something I seldom praise for defensive linemen. This allows him to win a bullrush whenever he so chooses to deploy it. Fludd stacks his moves in tandem nicely, citing how he used a swipe into a rip. Never overzealous, he maintains the integrity of his pass rush lane. When spinning, Fludd secures his pathway by landing the pin part of the move – although I think there is opportunity for him to hit this move more quickly as footwork and torque improve. A tough ask when playing nose, he can knock back centers at times, collapsing them back into the other a gap and eliminating that gap in the process. Great at disengaging, he sometimes plays too high to work across the face of his matchup. This, and getting his weight room numbers up a bit more, will allow him to dominate and take a big leap into the rankings stratosphere.

Prior Overall Ranking: 41

New Overall Ranking: 13

New Positional Rank: 3

  Delaney Fludd Delaney Fludd 6'3" | 290 lbs | DL St Thomas More Ct. | 2026 State New E is an interior defensive lineman from Bergen Catholic that has been blossoming since his freshman year. Consistently improving each season, what immediately stands out is his leverage and relentless motor. He’s a force in both run defense and pass rush.

Delaney excels as a run defender, using his hands to gain leverage and always being in the right position. He does a great job at blocking neutralization, making plays independently, and plugging gaps. He’s known for making tackles at or behind the line of scrimmage. However, his pass-rushing ability is what truly sets him apart. He might be the best pass-rushing interior defensive lineman in the state.

For Delaney to win one of New Jersey’s Defensive Player of the Year awards, he has everything going for him. The notoriety, high-profile offers, and team success are all in his favor. He can take one of these awards if he can hit that 15-sack mark. Delaney already has offers from James Madison, Coastal Carolina, West Virginia, and Syracuse.