#23
Isaiah Deloatch
Returning to Rutgers for 2026
Jr. · Durham, N.C. → Hillside
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Isaiah Deloatch
Limited signal — not enough coverage for a story yet.
Career Arc
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Recruit
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CFB
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NFL
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How he plays
2026 Outlook
Rutgers
2026 Depth chart
Projected starter
Linebacker · Rutgers
Returning around him
- 67% of 2024 offensive production back (Solid continuity)
- 1 Rutgers player drafted to NFL
- Transfer portal: +0 net (15 in / 15 out)
2026 Award watch
No preseason watch lists yet (most drop June 15 – July 15)
Rutgers · Last season: 5-7 · Talent rank #53 · 2026 recruiting class #36
Heisman trajectory
Heisman Trajectory · 2025
Peak #14307
Peaked at #14307 this season.
Background
2025 (Freshman): Played in three games ... made collegiate debut against Norfolk State (9/13). Prior to Rutgers: Coached by Torrey Nowell at Hillside ... played linebacker during scholastic career ... helped the Hornets to six wins and a 4A NCHSAA playoff appearance as a senior in 2024 ... finish...