Dexter Southfield’s Star Junior Edge Rusher: Jeremiah Figaro

Jeremiah Figaro is a 4 Star recruit who plays Defensive End at Dexter Southfield High School. Figaro is ranked as the 232nd best recruit in the class of 2028 and is ranked as a top 25 Defensive End in the class as well. In addition, Figaro is listed as the #4 recruit in the state of Massachusetts and is listed as the #1 Defensive End in the state of Massachusetts. He holds offers from schools such as Notre Dame, Ole Miss and Florida State.

Who are some role models in your life?
Von Miller, Damontre Moore, and Lubern Figaro (my uncle).

What artists do you listen to pregame to get you hyped up?
NoCap, RW5ive, Fully Chop, and Noodah.

What are the strengths of your game?
Length, bend, get-off, pass rush, and pursuit.

What is your favorite memory of your career?
My favorite memory was my Hail Mary TD catch sophomore year.

Who is the best player you have ever played with or played against in your career?
Mekhi Dodd, Chris Vargas and Will Wood.

What is some advice you would give to an aspiring D1 athlete?
Stay humble and don’t let the noise get to you. The better you are, the more people hate on you, and take care of your mental health.

If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would it be?
Bora Bora.

How old were you when you fell in love with the game?
I started going to college football practices when I was 6.

If you could meet one sports hero, who would it be?
LeBron James.

What is your favorite sports moment, as a fan?
The 2016 NBA Finals.