Nassau II football players to watch for 2017
Tyler Wuchte of Garden City rushes for a 37-yard touchdown against Elmont on Saturday, Oct. 1, 2016. Credit: James Escher
KYLE ACQUAVELLA, MacArthur, QB, Sr.
A dual threat under center who ran for five touchdowns and passed for four in his first year as the starter.
CHESTER ANDERSON, Elmont, WR/CB, Sr.
Exceptional talent who had 890 yards and 16 touchdowns during his All-State season last year.
ANDREW DESANTIS, Garden City, DE/RB, Sr.
He blocked an extra point and recovered a fumble in a 13-6 win in the Long Island Class II Championship.
MATT DESIMPLICIIS, Garden City, LB/RB, Sr.
A run-stopping linebacker who relentlessly pursues ball carriers inside the box.
MATT GRANVILLE, Garden City, WR/DL, Sr.
Also a skilled returner, it’s his field vision and speed that make him a weapon in all areas.
FRANK PORCASI, Carey, OT/DE, Sr.
Fast and athletic off both lines, Porcasi's combination of speed and strength is unique.
MICHAEL PROIOS, Mepham, QB/DB, Sr.
A big arm helped him tally 1,950 passing yards and 16 touchdowns last season.
JOEL ROSARIO, Valley Stream Central, TE/RB/LB, Sr.
A two-year, two-way starter who made 95 tackles and is expected to lead the Eagles’ defense.
MARCO TRAVAGLIONE, Bellmore JFK, OT/OLB, Jr.
A menace on defense, Travaglione had five sacks and made seven tackles for a loss last year.
TYLER WUCHTE, Garden City, WR/DB, Sr.
Two-way athlete who could make his presence felt on both offense and defense this season.
