The PSAL football season continues to showcase standout performances across all four divisions. From dominant rushing attacks and explosive receivers to quarterbacks putting up impressive numbers and defensive playmakers creating turnovers, several players are separating themselves from the competition.
As the season progresses, these athletes are establishing themselves as statistical leaders while helping their teams compete for division supremacy. Here is a look at the players currently leading the PSAL in key offensive and defensive categories as of 10/21/26.
– Rushing Leader: Kaziem Burroughs — August Martin HS (1A)
August Martin junior running back Kaziem Burroughs is setting the pace in the PSAL rushing game. Through approximately five games, Burroughs has accumulated 652 rushing yards, averaging an impressive 130 yards per game.
Burroughs also leads the league with 10 touchdowns, averaging two per game. His scoring production currently makes him the PSAL’s leading scorer in total points, according to the reported statistics. Competing in the 1A division, Burroughs has been tearing up the competition and establishing himself as one of the league’s most productive offensive players.
– Receiving Leaders: Anthony Milan — Sheepshead Bay HS (3A)
Sheepshead Bay senior wide receiver Anthony Milan is making his presence felt across the PSAL, leading the league in both receptions and receiving yards. Through four games, Milan has recorded 19 receptions for 358 yards, making him one of the most productive receivers in the league.
Milan has been one of the most impactful players in the 3A division, consistently producing in the passing game and serving as a key offensive weapon for Sheepshead Bay. His combination of reliable hands and significant yardage production has established him as a receiver to watch as the season continues.
– Receiving Touchdowns Leaders: Anthony Milan — Sheepshead Bay HS (3A) and Jaiden Brown — Michael J. Petrides School (1A)
Anthony Milan and Jaiden Brown are tied for the PSAL lead in receiving touchdowns, with five apiece.
Milan’s scoring production adds another dimension to his impressive season at Sheepshead Bay. Meanwhile, Brown, a wide receiver at Michael J. Petrides School in the 1A division, has also found the end zone five times and been a key contributor to Petrides’ offense.
Both receivers have demonstrated an ability to turn opportunities into points, placing them at the top of the PSAL’s receiving touchdown rankings.
– Passing Leaders: Anthony Caratelli — Eagle Academy for Young Men II (4A)
Anthony Caratelli is putting together an outstanding season at quarterback for Eagle Academy for Young Men II in the PSAL’s 4A division, the league’s highest division of competition. Through just four games, Caratelli leads the PSAL in both passing yards and passing touchdowns, recording 884 passing yards and 15 touchdown passes.
Caratelli has completed 80 percent of his passes while throwing just one interception, showcasing an impressive combination of accuracy, efficiency, and playmaking ability. With 15 touchdown passes in four games, he has been one of the league’s most productive quarterbacks and a standout performer in 4A.
– Pass Completions Leader: George Adams — South Shore HS (4A)
South Shore quarterback George Adams currently leads the PSAL in pass completions with 59 completions. A second-year starter, Adams brings valuable experience to the program as the team continues operating in a new offensive system.
As South Shore adjusts to its new approach on offense, Adams will look to continue providing leadership and consistency at quarterback. His experience competing in the PSAL’s 4A division will be important as he leads the offense through the challenges of one of the league’s toughest divisions.
– Sacks Leaders: Matteo Ngalikpima — Stuyvesant HS (3A) and Etai Longdon — Sheepshead Bay HS (3A)
Matteo Ngalikpima of Stuyvesant High School and Etai Longdon of Sheepshead Bay High School are tied for the PSAL lead in sacks, with six each through four games.
Ngalikpima has been a disruptive force for Stuyvesant, consistently putting pressure on opposing quarterbacks and making his presence felt on the defensive line. His six sacks have placed him among the league’s top defensive playmakers.
Longdon has matched that production for Sheepshead Bay, establishing himself as one of the most effective pass rushers in the 3A division. Both defenders have been monsters on defense and will look to maintain their momentum as the season continues and their teams pursue division titles.
– Interceptions Leaders: David Pompey Jr. — Mott Haven Educational Campus (1A) and Josiah Rushing — Eagle Academy for Young Men III (3A, Queens)
David Pompey Jr. of Mott Haven Educational Campus and Josiah Rushing of Eagle Academy for Young Men III in Queens have each recorded three interceptions in just two games of action.
Pompey, competing in the 1A division, has made an immediate impact in the secondary, recording three interceptions despite his limited appearances.
Rushing has produced the same total for Eagle Academy for Young Men III in 3A. Both players stand out for reaching three interceptions in just two games, while several other players have needed four games to reach that mark.
With nine players reportedly tied at three interceptions, Pompey and Rushing have distinguished themselves through their production in fewer appearances. Their ability to create turnovers will be worth watching as the season progresses.
– The Race for PSAL Supremacy Continues
The PSAL season is producing standout performances across the board. Burroughs is dominating on the ground, Milan is leading the way in multiple receiving categories, and Caratelli is delivering an efficient and explosive passing season. Adams is leading the way in completions, while Ngalikpima, Longdon, Pompey, and Rushing are making their presence felt defensively.
With the season still underway, these players have established themselves as early statistical leaders across the PSAL. The challenge now is maintaining that production as teams continue battling for division supremacy and championship opportunities.
