PHILADELPHIA – The George A. Munger Head Coach of Football Ray Priore officially announced the 29 student-athletes that make up the University of Pennsylvania football team's Class of 2028 on Friday afternoon.
 
The class is comprised of 16 defensive players, 14 on offense and one on special teams. Twelve different states and Canada are represented including four players hailing from California and New Jersey, three from New York and Pennsylvania, two each from Colorado, Florida, Maryland, Ohio, and Virginia and one from Alabama, Canada, Connecticut, Massachusetts, and Michigan.
 
"We are thrilled to welcome this talented group of 29 freshmen to the Penn Football family," said Priore. "Each one of these young men brings unique skills and a passion for the game that will undoubtedly enhance our program. Their dedication, both on and off the field, reflects the values and spirit of Penn Football, and I am excited to see their growth and contributions in the seasons to come."
 
Penn Football Class of 2028
Alexandro Armour, Jr. | DL | Woodbridge, Va. / Phillips Andover (Mass.)
Josh Barnavon | K | Los Angeles, Calif. / Harvard-Westlake School
Aiden Bergin | LB | Bloomfield Hills, Mich. / Detroit Country Day School
Markus Brown | TE | Rumson, N.J. / Hun School of Princeton
Andrew Bruce | DB | Chardon, Ohio / Chardon
Marco Carone | OL/DL | Pittsburgh, Pa. / Upper Saint Clair
Ty Cortes | DB | Poway, Calif. / Cathedral Catholic
Jack Donnelly | TE | Doylestown, Pa. / Central Bucks East
Lawson Douglas | DB | Aurora, Colo. / Regis Jesuit
Liam Forster | OL/DL | Patterson, N.Y. / Carmel
Cosmo Fusco | DL | Boonton, N.J. / Mountain Lakes
Ronan Johannson | WR | West St. Paul, Manitoba, Canada / Football North Canada
Connor Johns | WR | Orefield, Pa. / Parkland
Alex Jordan | DL | Castle Pines, Colo. / Valor Christian
Remo Marcaccio | OL | New York, N.Y. / Choate Rosemary Hall (Conn.)
Connor Martin | DL | Towaco, N.J. / Delbarton School
Derek McCrum | LB | Avon Lake, Ohio / Avon Lake
David McMorris | DL | Glenn Dale, Md. / Gonzaga College High
Ryan Mitchell | OL | Midlothian, Va. / Trinity Episcopal School
Trevor Pajak | LB | Huntington Beach, Calif. / Mater Dei
Brayden Phinney | LB | Marshfield, Mass. / Blair Academy
Oliver Roaman | DL | New York, N.Y. / Choate Rosemary Hall (Conn.)
Griffin Rosenbloom | WR | Carlsbad, Calif. / Carlsbad
Nathan Sayle | OL | Huntsville, Ala. / Buckhorn
Dylan Seay | TE | Collingswood, N.J. / Camden
Karson Siqueiros-Lasky | QB | Lake Mary, Fla. / Seminole
Ben Wable | DB | Cheshire, Conn. / Choate Rosemary Hall
Donte West | RB | Forestville, Md. / Friendship Collegiate Academy
Austin Zimm | OL | Naples, Fla. / Community School of Naples
 
 
Alexandro Armour, Jr.                            
DL | Woodbridge, Va. / Phillips Andover (Mass.)
Hudl Profile
 
High School: Three-time first-team All-Conference selection (2021-23) … Defensive Player of the Year in 2023 … 2022-23 All-Star National Football Team … Also a member of the wrestling team.
 
Personal: Son of Aundrea and Alexandro Armour Sr. … Father, Alexandro played football at Air Force … Enrolled in the College of Arts and Sciences.
 
Why Penn?: "I chose Penn because on my visit, it felt like home. The coaches, players, and students I met welcomed me with open arms and the campus felt like somewhere I'd be able to grow as player, student, and man."
 
 
Josh Barnavon            
K | Los Angeles, Calif. / Harvard-Westlake School
Hudl Profile
 
High School: All-League Special Teams Player of the Year award winner … Holds school record for most touchbacks in program history … Also played soccer at Harvard-Westlake.
 
Personal: Son of Erez and Juyun Barnavon … Enrolled in the College of Arts and Sciences.
 
Why Penn?: "The first time I walked onto Franklin Field was when I attended a specialist camp during summer break. Kicking in the stadium was an adrenaline rush that I won't forget, and I knew then that Penn was where I wanted to be. In addition, the Penn coaches, players, the campus, and everything else I experienced on my visit exuded a warm welcome that I didn't feel at any other schools."
 
 
Aiden Bergin                 
LB | Bloomfield Hills, Mich. / Detroit Country Day School
Hudl Profile
 
High School: Team captain … Two-time All-State selection … All-Region honoree … Also lettered in bowling.
 
Personal: Son of Nicola and Joseph Bergin … Father, Joseph played football at Michigan State, winning the Big Ten championship in 1987 and Rose Bowl in 1988 … Brothers Joe (2015-19), Chris (2017-21), and Owen (2020-23) played football at Northwestern. Chris led the nation (FBS) in solo tackles and total tackles during the 2021 season.
 
Why Penn?: "I chose the University of Pennsylvania for its world-class academics, the football team's family-like atmosphere, and the diverse cultural background of the students who attend."
 
 
Markus Brown                             
TE | Rumson, N.J. / Hun School of Princeton
Hudl Profile
 
High School: Also participated in basketball and track.
 
Personal: Enrolled in the Wharton School of Business.
 
Why Penn?: "I chose Penn because I think it is the best balance in terms of education, football, and having fun with friends. I felt a very good connection to the players and coaches and felt at home."
 
 
Andrew Bruce                             
DB | Chardon, Ohio / Chardon
Hudl Profile 

High School: Team captain … All-State, All-Region, and All-District award winner in three straight seasons (2021-23), earning the Western Reserve Conference's Scholar-Athlete Award all four years of high school … Helped lead Chardon to back-to-back State Championships in 2020 and 2021 … Won District Championships all four seasons, and both Regional and Conference Championships in three seasons … Also played basketball, baseball, and ran track.
 
Personal: Son of Corina and Collin Bruce … Enrolled in the College of Arts and Sciences.
 
Why Penn?:   "I chose Penn because I can obtain a degree from one of the top higher education universities in the world. It will also allow me to further pursue my goal of becoming an NFL player. Having the option to have the best of both worlds means a lot to me. Each one of us are blessed with the ability to do the things we love, but at the end of the day for me it's just football and I have to set a foundation for my life so why not build it at the University of Pennsylvania."
 
 
Marco Carone                             
OL/DL | Pittsburgh, Pa. / Upper Saint Clair
Hudl Profile
 
High School: Team captain … In 2024, a first-team All-Conference selection … Also played basketball.
 
Personal: Son of Annabelle and Anthony Carone … Brother, Anthony plays hockey at Holy Cross … Enrolled in the Wharton School of Business.
 
Why Penn?: "I chose Penn because I liked the culture they had. Very serious and competitive when it comes to sports, but also one of the best schools in the country."
 
 
Ty Cortes                        
DB | Poway, Calif. / Cathedral Catholic
Hudl Profile 

High School: First-team All-Defense selection … Helped lead team to D2 state championship in 2021 … Also participated in track and field.
 
Personal: Son of Tauna and Jude Cortes … Brother, Quinn played football at Redlands.
 
Why Penn?: "Penn has a great football team and an even better education."
 
 
Jack Donnelly                              
TE | Doylestown, Pa. / Central Bucks East
Hudl Profile
 
High School: Team captain … Two-time first-team All-State selection (2022-23) … Two-time first-team All-Eastern PA (2022-23) … Two-time first-team All-Area (2022-23) … Two-time first-team All-League (2022-23) … Won the Mini Maxwell Award in 2024 … Played in the Big 33 Game.
 
Personal: Son of Mindy and John Donnelly … Father, John played football at UNH (1988-91) … Mother, Mindy played field hockey at Lehigh (1988-91) … Sister, Riley played field hockey at Maryland (2018-22) … Sister, Emma played field hockey at James Madison (2020-23) … Enrolled in the Wharton School of Business.
 
Why Penn?: "I chose Penn because of the opportunities coming out of Wharton and the sense of family of the team."
 
 
Lawson Douglas        
DB | Aurora, Colo. / Regis Jesuit
Hudl Profile
 
High School: Team captain … Denver Post All-State honoree in 2023 … Was also a member of the track and field team.
 
Personal: Son of Sarah Cichon-Douglas and Lawrence Douglas … Enrolled in the College of Arts and Sciences.
 
Why Penn?: "Penn was the place that was going to help me continue my exploration of life and self-conscious thought through academics and athletics."
 
 
Liam Forster                 
OL/DL | Patterson, N.Y. / Carmel
Hudl Profile
 
High School: Helped lead Carmel to league, section, and regional titles in 2023, as well as league and section championships in 2022 … In 2023, an All-State and All-League honoree and was named All-Section Lineman of the Year … In 2022, earned All-League and All-Conference honors.
 
Personal: Son of Lorraine and Roy Forster … Enrolled in the College of Arts and Sciences.
 
Why Penn?: "Penn offers me the best chance to further my academic career."
 
 
Cosmo Fusco                              
DL | Boonton, N.J. / Mountain Lakes
Hudl Profile
 
High School: Team captain … Led Mountain Lakes to an NJ Group 1 State Championship in 2023 and a NJ Group 1 North Championship in 2022 … First-team All-State Group 1 selection, first-team All-County honoree, and All-County Scholar-Athlete.
 
Personal: Son of Eve and Darrell Fusco … Enrolled in the College of Arts and Sciences.
 
Why Penn?: "I was originally attracted by the elite combination of athletics and academics offered and as soon as I visited I could feel the special family bond within the team that made it feel like home."
 
 
Ronan Johannson     
WR | West St. Paul, Manitoba, Canada / Football North Canada
Hudl Profile
 
High School: Won ECP Conference Championship in 2023 … Member of the basketball and track & field teams.
 
Personal: Son of Sonia and Jason Johannson … Enrolled in the College of Arts and Sciences.
 
Why Penn?: "I chose Penn because of the unique combination of athletics and academics. As someone who is very focused on school as well as football, Penn was the perfect place for me to pursue both passions."
 
 
Connor Johns                              
WR | Orefield, Pa. / Parkland
Hudl Profile
 
High School: Team captain … Led Parkland to a District 11 6A Championship, as well as the East Penn Conference title … In 2023, a first-team All-EPC selection at receiver … Second-team All-EPC at cornerback … Second-team All-Eastern PA …
 
Personal: Son of Lessie and Orlando Johns … Enrolled in the Wharton School of Business.
 
Why Penn?: "I chose to attend the University of Pennsylvania for the next four years because the opportunities that the university offers on and off the field are unmatched. It feels like home."
 
 
Alex Jordan                   
DL | Castle Pines, Colo. / Valor Christian
Hudl Profile
 
High School: Team captain … Member of four conference championship teams … Three-time State runner-up … Two-time first-team All-Conference player … First-team All-State selection … Denver Post Impact Player.
 
Personal: Son of Aimee and Shawn Jordan … Sister, Emma played soccer at SMU … Enrolled in the College of Arts and Sciences.
 
Why Penn?:  "I chose Penn for its unparalleled academic excellence and its incredible football program led by amazing coaches."
 
 
Remo Marcaccio      
OL | New York, N.Y. / Choate Rosemary Hall (Conn.)
Hudl Profile
 
High School: Team captain … NEPSAC New England Champions … Also was a member of the wrestling team.
 
Personal: Son of Galia Solomonoff and Fabian Marcaccio … Enrolled in the College of Arts and Sciences.
 
Why Penn?: "I chose Penn because for its esteemed academics, cosmopolitan location, networking opportunities and dedication to the football program."
 
 
Connor Martin                            
DL | Towaco, N.J. / Delbarton School
Hudl Profile
 
High School: Team captain … Won Conference and State championships in football … All-County selection in 2023 … Also participated in wrestling.
 
Personal: Son of Janice and Donald Martin … Enrolled in the Wharton School of Business.
 
Why Penn?: I chose Penn because I really liked the campus and the coaching staff. I also love the opportunity while being at such a great institution.
 
 
Derek McCrum          
LB | Avon Lake, Ohio / Avon Lake
Hudl Profile
 
High School: A three-year varsity letterman in football, holding the school record for most starts … Honorable mention All-State … First-team All-Conference … First-team All-County … Also played basketball.
 
Personal: Son of Cindy and Ryan McCrum … Father, Ryan played football at Johns Hopkins … Brother, Ryan played football at Oberlin's College … Brother, Jack played football at Carnegie Mellon … Enrolled in the College of Arts and Sciences.
 
Why Penn?: "I chose Penn because of the people who represent the football program. Coach Priore, Benson, and DuPont are all men I look up to and I couldn't say that about three different coaches from my other options."
 
 
David McMorris         
DL | Glenn Dale, Md. / Gonzaga College High
Hudl Profile
 
High School: Second-team All-WCAC honoree in 2022 … During senior season, registered six sacks, 10 TFLs and 42 total stops through 10 games.
 
Personal: Son of Althea and David McMorris … Brother David plays football at Jacksonville … Was high school teammates with current Penn Quakers Kadari Machen and Cameron Wilson.
 
Why Penn?: "I chose Penn because I know I will be able to accomplish what I want to on the field while getting one of the best educations in the country."
 
 
Ryan Mitchell                              
OL | Midlothian, Va. / Trinity Episcopal School
Hudl Profile
 
High School: Team captain … Helped lead team to one state championship and two Prep League titles … As a senior, a first-team All-State selection, member of the All-Prep team, second-team All-Metro honoree … During junior season, earned second-team All-State honors and was honorable mention All-Metro.
 
Personal: Son of Stephanie and Chris Mitchell.
 
Why Penn?: "At Penn, I am excited to embark on a journey that will equip me with the necessary skills to navigate the vast world of business. With this strong foundation, my goal is to make a positive impact and inspire others as I enter the professional field."
 
 
Trevor Pajak                  
LB | Huntington Beach, Calif. / Mater Dei
Hudl Profile
 
High School: Won Trinity League championship in 2022 and 2023 … In 2022, helped team win CIF and National Championships … In 2022, was a second-team All-Trinity League selection.
 
Personal: Son of Kimberly and Ted Pajak … Enrolled in the Wharton School of Business.
 
Why Penn?: "I decided on Penn because of how wanted I felt when I was there. I also fell in love with the campus and knew Penn would prepare me best to achieve my goals."
 
 
Brayden Phinney       
LB | Marshfield, Mass. / Blair Academy
Hudl Profile
 
High School: Team captain … Two-time first-team All-State honoree … Two-time first-team All-League recipient.
 
Personal: Son of Alissa and Matthew Phinney … Brother Casey played football at Boston College (2021-22) … Brother Jackson played baseball at Bryant (2020-24) … Enrolled in the Wharton School of Business.
 
Why Penn?: "I chose Penn for the many academic opportunities, competitive football program, great facilities, and great people within the coaching staff."
 
 
Oliver Roaman                           
DL | New York, N.Y. / Choate Rosemary Hall (Conn.)
Hudl Profile
 
High School: Won the New England Championship in 2023 with Choate … In 2021 with Poly Prep, earned Defensive Player of the Year honors, was a member of the MIFL All-League team … Also competed in Lacrosse.
 
Personal: Son of Marion and Brad Roaman … Enrolled in the Wharton School of Business.
 
Why Penn?: "I chose Penn because of the winning team culture and state-of-the-art facilities."
 
 
Griffin Rosenbloom
WR | Carlsbad, Calif. / Carlsbad
Hudl Profile
 
High School: Won two Avocado League titles with Carlsbad … Two-time All-Avocado League selection in 2022 and 2023 … Also played basketball, helping lead team to two CIF San Diego Section championships.
 
Personal: Son of Rachael and Matthew Rosenbloom … Mother, Rachael played basketball at the University of San Diego … Enrolled in the College of Arts and Sciences.
 
Why Penn?: "The academics are unmatched, the coaching staff is great, and the energy of the city of Philadelphia were some of the reasons why I chose Penn."
 
 
Nathan Sayle                              
OL | Huntsville, Ala. / Buckhorn
Hudl Profile
 
High School: Team captain … In 2024, named BHS Football Offensive Player of the Year … All-Region honoree … Danny Kendall Johnson Foundation All-City Award winner … BHS Football Team Captain Award recipient … BHS Football Outstanding Achievement Highest Academic Average Award … In 2023, an All-Region selection … Kyler Scott BHS Football Lineman of the Year Award … Was also a team captain of the wrestling team.
 
Personal: Son of Sara and Jason Sayle … Enrolled in the College of Arts and Sciences.
 
Why Penn?: "I chose Penn to pursue an elite education while playing division I football."
 
 
Dylan Seay    
TE | Collingswood, N.J. / Camden
Hudl Profile
 
High School: Helped lead team to two sectional championships and two division titles … In 2021, earned All-Conference honors and All-Division laurels … Also played basketball.
 
Personal: Son of Katherine Seay … Enrolled in the College of Arts and Sciences.
 
Why Penn?: "I chose Penn because it was the best fit for me to enhance my athletic and academic abilities while expanding my mind to new things and people."
 
 
Karson Siqueiros-Lasky      
QB | Lake Mary, Fla. / Seminole
Hudl Profile
 
High School: Two-time team captain … Team offensive MVP for 2023 season, member of the Sentinel Super 60 team … Offensive MVP and Scholar-Athlete award for 2020 season … Led Seminole to 2022 SSAC State Championship in 2022 … Won a district championship in 2021 … Member of 8A District, Regional, and State championship teams in 2020 … Also a member of the track and field team.
 
Personal: Son of Paula Siqueiros and Ricki Lasky … Enrolled in the Wharton School of Business.
 
Why Penn?:  "Choosing the University of Pennsylvania to pursue both my academic and football goals represents a blend of ambition and determination for an esteemed institution, coupled with its competitive D1 football program makes it the perfect fit for me. I have always looked to be challenged in the classroom in addition to being the very best quarterback and teammate. Penn
provides the best opportunity to excel as a student-athlete at the very highest level. I am proud to be a Quaker!"
 
 
Ben Wable     
DB | Cheshire, Conn. / Choate Rosemary Hall
Hudl Profile
 
High School: Team captain … Won the Founder's League Championship … Two-time first-team All-Founder's League selection … Earned first-team All-New England honors and was also an honorable mention honoree once … Also played lacrosse at Choate Rosemary Hall.
 
Personal: Son of Teresa and Chad Wable … Father, Chad played football at West Virginia (1994-97) … Brother, Jack plays lacrosse at Marist … High school teammates with current Penn Quakers Will Bergin, Remo Marcaccio, Oliver Roaman, and Michael Zack.
 
Why Penn?: "I chose Penn based on the feeling I got right when my plane touched down in Philadelphia. From athletics to academics, the support system available to me was simply incomparable. The traditions with Penn Football are remarkable and the Penn community is something I am looking forward to joining because I know it will push me to be the best inside and outside the classroom. I can't wait to get to work and build relationships that I will have for the rest of my life."
 
 
Donte West                   
RB | Forestville, Md. / Friendship Collegiate Academy
Hudl Profile
 
High School: Team captain … Helped lead team to DCSAA State championship in 2022 … All-State selection in 2023 … Also participated in basketball and track.
 
Personal: Son of Catrina West.
 
Why Penn?: "Penn has great academic opportunities and has great coaching staff and great people that are very welcoming."
 
 
Austin Zimm                 
OL | Naples, Fla. / Community School of Naples
Hudl Profile
 
High School: Team captain … Earned Brian Mullins National Global Ambassador Award … National Football Foundation school nominee … Also played basketball and baseball.
 
Personal: Son of Denise and Jeffrey Zimm … Enrolled in the Wharton School of Business.
 
Why Penn?: "I chose Penn for the combination of elite academics and athletics."
 
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