Klotz broke out as a Hempstead sophomore in 2025, delivering 43.0 tackles, 34 of which were solo stops. The versatile athlete intercepted a pass and chipped in a half tackle for loss. He contributed on offense with five catches for 47 yards and two touchdowns. It was an impressive performance by a sophomore at the Class 5A level, and his 10th-grade highlight video hints at a high ceiling and another step forward this year. Klotz’s potential as a safety is undeniable. He covers receivers and gets downhill in a hurry against the run. Klotz should be stronger and fast as a junior, not good news for guys lining up on the other side.

Klotz impacted games as a Hempstead sophomore in 2025. He delivered 43.0 tackles, 34 of which were of the solo variety. Klotz picked off a pass and added a half tackle for loss. He also hauled in five balls for 47 yards and a pair of touchdowns. That’s impression production from a 10th-grader on the varsity in Class 5A. We can witness how Klotz gets the job done when watching his highlight video from the fall. He moved into the starting lineup in Week 5 and stayed there through the end of the campaign. Flashing natural actions at safety, Klotz can stick with receivers in coverage or get downhill quickly against the run. His projectable frame can add good weight and strength without the loss of speed and athleticism, giving him a sizable ceiling.