Rogers Leads Experienced Interboro Offense Into 2026
Interboro showed signs of progress during the 2025 season, finishing 3-9 while earning victories over Upper Moreland, Penn Wood and Academy Park. The Buccaneers also qualified for the District 1 postseason and gained valuable experience against a demanding schedule that included Strath Haven, West Chester Rustin, Plymouth-Whitemarsh, Chester and Ridley.
The record did not fully reflect how competitive Interboro became throughout the year.
The Buccaneers lost a 26-23 decision to Plymouth-Whitemarsh, defeated Penn Wood by three points and closed Delaware Valley League play with a 25-19 victory over Academy Park. Those performances showed that the program was capable of competing in close games when it executed consistently.
Head coach Patrick Fisher enters the 2026 season with an experienced offensive nucleus led by senior quarterback Momodu Rogers. Interboro also returns productive running back Mason Marshall-Speights, receiver Roman McCrary and several veteran defenders.
The Buccaneers must replace three experienced two-way linemen in Greg Ferrari, Jake Roberts and Andrew Kyle, but the coaching staff believes improved team speed and a strong senior class can help offset those losses.
If several younger players develop quickly in the trenches and on special teams, Interboro has the potential to field one of the Delaware Valley League’s more explosive offenses while taking another step forward as a program.
Rogers Gives Interboro a Dynamic Offensive Leader
Senior Momodu Rogers enters 2026 as the player who makes the Interboro offense go.
Rogers was one of the most productive dual-threat quarterbacks in District 1 last season. He rushed for 1,256 yards while averaging 7.4 yards per carry and scoring 17 rushing touchdowns. He also threw for 626 yards and a touchdown, caught a 16-yard pass and finished with 1,892 all-purpose yards and 19 total touchdowns.
Those numbers illustrate the pressure Rogers places on opposing defenses.
He can break contain on designed quarterback runs, turn broken plays into explosive gains and punish defenders who lose discipline in pursuit. His combination of vision, speed and toughness allows Interboro to build much of its offense around his ability to run the football.
The next step is continuing to develop the passing game.
Rogers does not need to become a high-volume passer for Interboro to succeed. He simply needs to make defenses respect the entire field. If he consistently completes play-action throws and takes advantage of one-on-one coverage, opponents will have a much more difficult time loading the box against the run.
As a senior, Rogers will also be expected to provide leadership for the younger players moving into larger offensive roles.
Marshall-Speights Adds Another Dangerous Runner
Junior Mason Marshall-Speights gives Interboro another proven threat in the backfield.
Marshall-Speights rushed for 806 yards last season, providing the Buccaneers with a productive complement to Rogers. His presence prevents the offense from becoming entirely dependent on quarterback runs and gives offensive coordinator Brett McLaughlin flexibility in how he attacks opposing defenses.
With Rogers and Marshall-Speights in the same backfield, defenders must account for multiple rushing threats on every snap.
That can create hesitation at the second level and open running lanes through option concepts, counters and misdirection. It can also make play-action passes more effective once defenses begin committing extra players to stopping the ground game.
The Buccaneers believe their combination of speed and strength is as good as it has been in several years.
Marshall-Speights will be a major reason why.
Clark Brings Physicality to the Backfield
Senior JJ Clark returns at halfback and gives Interboro another physical offensive option.
At 5-foot-11 and 200 pounds, Clark provides size and toughness that complement the speed of Rogers and Marshall-Speights. He can contribute as a blocker, short-yardage runner and versatile backfield piece.
That variety should allow Interboro to use multiple formations without changing personnel.
Clark’s willingness to handle the physical assignments can also free Rogers and Marshall-Speights to operate in space.
For an offense built around running the football, having multiple experienced ball carriers is an important advantage.
McCrary Leads the Receiving Group
Senior Roman McCrary returns after recording 238 receiving yards last season.
McCrary provides experience on the perimeter and should enter the season as Rogers’ most established receiving option.
His ability to win matchups outside will be important because opposing defenses are likely to focus heavily on Interboro’s rushing attack. If McCrary consistently creates separation and produces yards after the catch, the Buccaneers will have opportunities for explosive plays through the air.
The offense will also need younger receivers to step into larger roles.
Interboro graduated experienced contributors and will need additional playmakers to emerge during camp. The coaching staff believes the team possesses enough speed to remain dangerous, but translating athleticism into consistent receiving production will be an important preseason objective.
Offensive Line Must Replace Three Veterans
The biggest offensive question surrounds the line.
Interboro lost Greg Ferrari, Jake Roberts and Andrew Kyle, three experienced starters who contributed on both sides of the football.
Senior Aidan Doyle returns to provide leadership up front, but several younger players must earn roles around him.
The Buccaneers have enough talent at the skill positions to create an explosive offense. However, that potential depends on the offensive line developing chemistry and consistency.
The line must create running lanes for Rogers, Marshall-Speights and Clark while also giving the passing game enough time to develop.
Replacing three veteran linemen is rarely easy, particularly when those players also provided leadership. The young linemen do not need to become dominant immediately, but they must communicate, avoid assignment mistakes and improve each week.
If the offensive front develops quickly, Interboro’s offense could become difficult to contain.
Ball Control and Explosive Plays
Interboro’s offensive outlook is built around experience, speed and strength.
The Buccaneers want to play fast and create explosive plays, but they must also avoid becoming careless with the football.
Their most successful performances last season came when they combined big plays with sustained drives. That balance will remain critical in 2026.
Rogers gives Interboro a home-run threat on nearly every snap. Marshall-Speights can also break long runs, while McCrary provides a downfield receiving option.
The offense does not need to abandon its aggressive identity. It simply needs to pair that explosiveness with better consistency on third down and in the red zone.
Defense Must Replace Size Up Front
Defensively, Interboro faces a different challenge.
The Buccaneers graduated several experienced defensive linemen and expect to be smaller along the front in 2026.
The coaching staff plans to compensate with speed.
Instead of relying on size alone, Interboro wants its defenders attacking gaps, pursuing from the backside and creating disruption in the offensive backfield.
That philosophy places a premium on quickness, technique and discipline.
Smaller defensive linemen cannot afford to play too high or remain engaged with blockers. They must use leverage, move their feet and trust the linebackers behind them.
If the new defensive front can hold its ground and create penetration, the Buccaneers have enough experience at linebacker and in the secondary to make plays.
Gonzalez Leads the Linebackers
Senior AJ Gonzalez returns after recording 56 tackles last season.
Gonzalez gives the defense an experienced player in the middle and will be expected to become one of the unit’s primary leaders.
His ability to diagnose plays and pursue the football will be especially important behind a rebuilt defensive line.
Junior Lucas Francione also returns at linebacker after gaining valuable varsity experience.
Senior Tyler Maier provides additional size and experience at the position.
The Buccaneers want their linebackers playing downhill and disrupting plays before they develop. That means attacking running lanes, pressuring quarterbacks and limiting yards after contact.
With two returning starters at linebacker and several experienced seniors, Interboro believes the position can become one of the defense’s strengths.
Kemokai Anchors the Secondary
Senior Abassal Kemokai returns after producing 43 tackles, six pass breakups, three forced fumbles and a fumble recovery.
Those statistics demonstrate his ability to affect the game in several ways.
Kemokai is capable of supporting the run, defending receivers and creating turnovers. His physical style should help set the tone for an experienced secondary.
Rogers also returns at defensive back after recording 51 tackles, five tackles for loss, a sack, two forced fumbles, a fumble recovery and a defensive touchdown.
His athleticism makes him dangerous on both sides of the football.
Together, Kemokai and Rogers give Interboro two proven playmakers in the secondary.
The Buccaneers will rely on them to limit explosive passes while also providing support against the run.
Playing Fast and Creating Disruption
Interboro’s defensive philosophy is centered on speed.
The Buccaneers want to play fast, attack the line of scrimmage and create negative plays.
That approach makes sense for a unit that may lack ideal size up front but returns athletic defenders at linebacker and in the secondary.
To succeed, the defense must remain disciplined.
Aggressive play can create sacks and tackles for loss, but overpursuit can also lead to explosive gains. The Buccaneers must maintain gap responsibility while still attacking with confidence.
If they find that balance, Interboro should be capable of forcing turnovers and putting its offense in favorable field position.
Special Teams Feature Major Questions
Special teams will be one of Interboro’s biggest areas of uncertainty.
The Buccaneers must replace their kicker and will need a younger player to take control of the position.
Consistency in the kicking game becomes especially important during close Delaware Valley League contests.
Extra points, field goals, kickoffs and punts can all determine field position and momentum.
Interboro also needs younger players to embrace roles on coverage and return units. Those assignments may not receive the same attention as offensive and defensive snaps, but they frequently decide close games.
The coaching staff will use training camp to identify dependable specialists and establish consistent operations.
Players to Watch
Momodu Rogers, Sr., QB/DB: Dynamic two-way standout who produced 1,892 all-purpose yards and 19 touchdowns while adding 51 tackles and a defensive score.
Mason Marshall-Speights, Jr., RB: Productive returning runner who rushed for 806 yards and gives the offense another explosive backfield threat.
Roman McCrary, Sr., WR: Veteran receiver who recorded 238 yards and should become the passing game’s primary target.
JJ Clark, Sr., HB: Physical back who brings versatility, blocking and short-yardage ability to the offense.
Aidan Doyle, Sr., OL: Returning veteran expected to lead a rebuilding offensive line.
AJ Gonzalez, Sr., LB: Defensive leader who finished with 56 tackles last season.
Abassal Kemokai, Sr., DB: Playmaking defensive back who recorded 43 tackles, six pass breakups and three forced fumbles.
Lucas Francione, Jr., LB: Experienced junior expected to take on a larger role in the middle of the defense.
Tyler Maier, Sr., LB: Physical senior linebacker who provides experience and toughness.
My thoughts on Interboro
Interboro enters the 2026 season with enough returning offensive production to become one of the Delaware Valley League’s most dangerous teams.
Rogers is the centerpiece. His ability to impact the game as a runner, passer and defensive back gives the Buccaneers a proven playmaker around whom they can build. With Marshall-Speights returning after an 806-yard season, Clark providing physicality and McCrary leading the receiving corps, Interboro has experience and athleticism at nearly every skill position.
The development of the offensive line will determine whether that talent translates into consistent production. Doyle provides a veteran presence, but several younger players must replace three experienced two-way starters. If the line develops quickly, the Buccaneers have the potential to produce an explosive rushing attack similar to the one that carried them during their best moments last season.
Defensively, Interboro will look different up front. The Buccaneers may be smaller, but they expect improved speed and aggressiveness to help compensate. Gonzalez, Francione and Maier give the linebacker corps experience, while Kemokai and Rogers provide proven playmaking ability in the secondary.
The defense must limit big plays and avoid allowing opponents to control the line of scrimmage. Creating tackles for loss and turnovers will be essential.
Special teams remain a significant question because the Buccaneers must replace their kicker and develop younger contributors across the unit.
Interboro improved enough during the second half of 2025 to defeat Penn Wood and Academy Park and earn a place in the District 1 postseason. The next step is becoming more consistent from week to week.
If the young linemen develop, the defense successfully uses its speed and the Buccaneers remain healthy, Interboro has the talent to improve its record, compete near the top of the Delaware Valley League and return to the District 1 playoffs in 2026.
Head Coach: Patrick Fisher
Assistant Coaches:
Brett McLaughlin- OC
Mark Burrell- OL/DL
Jason Miksit- RB/DL/JV HC
Brady Hummel- LB/TE
Matt Simmons- WR/DB
Jim Wick QB/LB
Team Name: Interboro Buccaneers
District: 1
Class: 5A
League: Delaware Valley League
2025 Record: 3-9
8/22 @ Strath Haven (5A) 7:00 pm L 7-44
8/28 West Chester Rustin (5A) 7:00 pm L 7-35
9/05 Plymouth-Whitemarsh (6A) 7:00 pm L 23-26
9/12 @ Upper Moreland (5A) 7:00 pm W 35-24
9/19 Wissahickon (5A) 7:00 pm L 21-41
9/26 @ Bristol (2A) 7:00 pm L 20-33
10/04 Penn Wood* (5A) 1:00 pm W 32-29
10/11 @ Chester* (5A) 11:00 am L 12-45
10/17 @ Chichester* (5A) 7:00 pm L 7-21
10/24 Academy Park* (5A) 7:00 pm W 25-19
10/31 @ Bishop Shanahan (4A) 7:00 pm L 7-38 Dist. 1 Class 4A Semifinal
11/27 Ridley (6A) 10:00 am L 0-32 Thanksgiving Day game
2026 Schedule:
Date Opponent Kickoff
8/22 Norristown (6A) 10:00 am Scrimmage
8/28 Springfield-Montco (4A) 7:00 pm
9/03 @ Academy of Palumbo (5A) 3:00 pm
9/11 @ Octorara Area (4A) 7:00 pm
9/18 Sun Valley/Northley (4A) 7:00 pm
9/25 Bristol (2A) 7:00 pm
10/02 Chester* (5A) 7:00 pm
10/09 @ Penn Wood* (6A) 7:00 pm
10/17 @ Academy Park* (5A) 11:00 am
10/23 Chichester* (4A) 7:00 pm Senior Night
10/30 @ Executive Education Academy* (3A) 7:00 pm
11/26 @ Ridley (6A) 10:00 am Thanksgiving Day game
Key Starters Lost:
Greg Ferrari OL/DL
Jake Roberts OL/DL
Andrew Kyle OL/DL
Offensive Starters Returning:
Sr. QB Momodu Rogers 5-10 180
Jr. RB Mason Marshall-Speights 5-10 175
Sr. OL Aidan Doyle 5-11 200
Sr. WR Roman McCrary 5’11 160
Sr HB JJ Clark 5’11 200
Defensive Starters Returning:
Sr DB Abassal Kemokai 6-0 185
Jr LB Lucas Francione 6-0 175
Sr LB Tyler Maier 5-10 210
Sr DB Momodu Rogers 5-10 180
Sr. LB AJ Gonzalez 5-10 175
Special Team Starters Returning:
None
Key Newcomers:
Jr. LB Jontaye Bumie 5-10 185
Jr. WR Nick Daino 6-0 170
Jr TE Noah Seya 6-1 210
2026 Returning Player Stats:
Momodu Rogers- QB- 1256 yards rushing 7.4 YPC. 17 TDs. 626 yards Passing 1 TD. 1 Reception 16 yards. 1892 APY. 19 TOT TD. DB- 51 Tackles 5 TFL 1 Sack. 2 FF. 1 FR. 1 Def TD.
Mason Marshall-Speights- 806 Yards Rushing
Roman McCrary- 238 yards Receiving
AJ Gonzalez- 56 Tackles
Abassal Kemokai- 43 Tackles 6 PBU 3 FF 1 FR.
2026 Offensive Outlook: Offensively we have a senior led team with good speed and as strong as we have been in years. If a few young guys step up into new roles we should have an explosive offense like we did last year.
2026 Defensive Outlook: Defensively we will be smaller on the D-line but replace the seniors with good speed and two returning starters at linebacker. They will be playing fast and looking to disrupt plays in the backfield.
2026 Special Teams Outlook: We will need a lot of young guys to step up in special teams. We lost a kicker and need someone to step up in that position.