Nick Dimino
Nick Dimino
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Earnest Daniels | Prep Redzone Scout
Rounding out the list is Nick Dimino Nick Dimino 5'6" | 162 lbs | ATH Marlboro | 2027 State NJ , a true two-way contributor for Marlboro who impacts the game on both sides of the ball. While he sees time at quarterback, his long-term upside clearly shines on defense.
Offensively, Dimino competes. He escapes pressure, extends plays with his legs, and stays aggressive, pushing the ball downfield. While arm strength limits him at times, his toughness and playmaking ability allow him to move the chains and keep defenses honest.
Defensively, however, Dimino elevates his game. As a defensive back, he plays with strong instincts and awareness. He reads route concepts well, anticipates throws, and consistently puts himself in the right position. In addition, he tackles with confidence, especially in space, and shows a willingness to trigger downhill on screens and perimeter plays.
Moreover, his one-on-one reps stand out. He tracks the football, understands leverage, and maintains the proper relationship between the receiver and the quarterback. Because of that, he rarely looks out of position.
Ultimately, Dimino’s future is in the secondary. If he continues to sharpen the mental side of the game and refine his technique, he has the tools to play slot corner, outside corner, or deep safety. As an underrated defender with strong instincts, Nick Dimino Nick Dimino 5'6" | 162 lbs | ATH Marlboro | 2027 State NJ is well-positioned to break out and earn attention this season.
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Read EvaluationBrendan Mankarious | Prep Redzone Scout
Perhaps a quarterback by necessity, Nick Dimino Nick Dimino 5'6" | 162 lbs | ATH Marlboro | 2027 State NJ is a prospect that, in my opinion, is not going to be a college quarterback; but he can certainly help a college team in a number of ways. Dimino is one of those prospects that is a better “football player” than he is at his position. We see him master fundamentals such as setting his feet before throwing and utilize his athleticism to move and extend the pocket. Dimino trusts his teammates to go up, get, and make plays on the ball. That does not mean he is just chucking it up for grabs, as Dimino places the ball in good spots. On tape you see a gunslinger type of player at quarterback who plays with much moxie. As a corner he reads his opponent and quarterback well, breaking on passes very quickly. Moreover, he is aggressive in run support, where he showcases his strong tackling.
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Read EvaluationEvent Results
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Combine Series: New York/New Jersey
05/04/2025
- 40 Yard Dash #1
- 5.03
- 40 Yard Dash #2
- -
- Shuttle #1
- 5.09
- Shuttle #2
- 4.81
- Broad Jump #1
- 8'6
- Broad Jump #2
- 8'2
- L Drill #1
- 7.78
- L Drill #2
- 7.5
- Vertical #1
- -
- Vertical #2
- -
- Wingspan
- -
- Hand Size
- 8 1/2
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Event Results
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Combine Series: New York/New Jersey
05/04/2025
- 40 Yard Dash #1
- 5.03
- 40 Yard Dash #2
- -
- Shuttle #1
- 5.09
- Shuttle #2
- 4.81
- Broad Jump #1
- 8'6
- Broad Jump #2
- 8'2
- L Drill #1
- 7.78
- L Drill #2
- 7.5
- Vertical #1
- -
- Vertical #2
- -
- Wingspan
- -
- Hand Size
- 8 1/2