Evaluation: A twitched-up two-gap defender who is a space eater against the run. At the snap of the ball, he explodes with his first two steps, firing out with a flat back. As a pass rusher, he has an effective inside-outside counter move. His bread-and-butter move is straight power, collapsing the pocket in the interior. In the run game, he gets knockback extension when creating penetration. The biggest area for improvement in the run game is maintaining his leverage against double teams. The primary area for improvement is that he needs to speed up his hand use when getting off blocks in the run game and when using his counter moves in pass rush situations. Heading into his sophomore campaign at Catholic Memorial, staying put at defensive tackle will give him more recruiting offers at the collegiate level.

Kennedy Jones Kennedy Jones 6'4" | 285 lbs | DL Catholic Memorial | 2029 State New E has developed into one of the most intriguing defensive prospects in the New England class of 2029 after an impressive 2025 season at Catholic Memorial School. At 6’4”, 285 pounds, Jones already combines size, explosiveness, and physicality at a high level. His film against St. Francis immediately stands out because of his quick-twitch get-off ability and natural pass-rushing instincts. Jones consistently disrupts plays at the line of scrimmage, commands double teams, and shows the ability to defeat blockers with both strength and technique. He maintains strong leverage against the run, penetrates gaps effectively, and flashes developed hand usage that many young defensive linemen have not yet learned. His strong early production has already earned him offers from Vanderbilt Commodores football, Rutgers Scarlet Knights football, Maryland Terrapins football, UConn Huskies football, Syracuse Orange football, and Boston College Eagles football.

Jones appears poised for even more recruiting momentum during camp season because his athletic traits are difficult to teach. Defensive linemen with his blend of size, power, and burst are heavily valued by college programs, especially when they already show technical development as pass rushers. Continuing to improve his overall pass-rush arsenal and consistency against elite offensive linemen will only strengthen his projection moving forward. If Jones performs well against top competition during summer camps, he could solidify himself as one of the premier defensive prospects in the Northeast for the 2029 cycle.

Recruiting Report:

Kennedy Jones Kennedy Jones 6'4" | 285 lbs | DL Catholic Memorial | 2029 State New E is a rising star in the Class of 2029, showcasing impressive skills as a defensive lineman. His recruitment has gained significant momentum, evidenced by early verbal offers from several prominent programs, including Vanderbilt (5/6/26), Rutgers (4/25/26), Maryland (4/13/26), UConn (4/9/26), Syracuse (11/29/25), and Boston College (3/22/25). At 6’4″ and 262 lbs, Kennedy combines size with athleticism, making him a formidable inside DL. His performance during the spring live evaluation period has caught the attention of college scouts, and his upward trajectory promises an exciting future in college football. Expect his recruitment activity to continue accelerating as he develops further over the next few years.

Introducing Kennedy Jones Kennedy Jones 6'4" | 285 lbs | DL Catholic Memorial | 2029 State New E : A Rising Star in New England Football!
Attention NCAA coaches, high school mentors, players, fans, and proud parents! We are thrilled to spotlight Kennedy Jones Kennedy Jones 6'4" | 285 lbs | DL Catholic Memorial | 2029 State New E , a remarkable defensive lineman from Catholic Memorial, who has recently made waves by earning a spot on the prestigious Prep Redzone New England Class of 2029 Ranking List. Standing tall at 6’3.5″ and weighing in at 255 pounds, Kennedy is a force on the field!
Evaluated by PRZ Regional scouts through early 2025 season game film, Kennedy dazzles with his quick-twitch get-off skills that ignite the gridiron! His ability to dominate the line of scrimmage is unmatched, routinely commanding double-teams while skillfully defeating them with exceptional technique. His one pass rush move is already honed, showcasing his potential for stardom!
What’s more, Kennedy’s footwork and leverage during the run game allow him to stunningly shed blockers and maintain gaps—an essential trait for today’s top defensive linemen. He showcases the power to penetrate gaps, adding to his impressive skill set.
With a verbal offer from Boston College and slated as the #2 prospect in New England’s class of 2029, the future is bright for Kennedy Jones Kennedy Jones 6'4" | 285 lbs | DL Catholic Memorial | 2029 State New E ! Keep an eye on this rising star! 🌟

HUDL GAME RECAP LINK VS ST. FRANCIS :

The best is yet to come for big 6-foot-3 and 240-pound Kennedy Jones Kennedy Jones 6'4" | 285 lbs | DL Catholic Memorial | 2029 State New E of Massachusetts. Spent this year playing for Catholic Memorial and flashed what could be coming down the line. Also a basketball player, he’s a big body with long arms and good feet. He played some Tight End and rightfully so still has some aspirations at the position, but I think his future is on the defensive side of the ball. Long and athletic (enough) as of December 2024 to play Defensive End, if he packs on the size and strength expected, he could become one of the best interior Defensive Tackles in New England for the class of 2029.