Monsignor Farrell remained unbeaten with a hard-fought 21–18 victory over DePaul Catholic, earning a statement win over one of New Jersey’s established programs at Coach Dennis Barrett Stadium.
In a matchup that came down to the final margin, the Lions delivered on both sides of the football to hold off the Spartans and improve to a perfect 3–0 on the season.
Farrell was led offensively by Jayden Burch, who turned in a big performance on the ground. Burch rushed for 124 yards and a touchdown on 15 carries, averaging more than eight yards per attempt.
Quarterback Bryce Moye kept the offense moving through the air, completing 16 of 26 passes for 190 yards and a touchdown.
Against a talented DePaul team, however, this one required a complete team effort. Farrell’s defense came up with critical stops throughout the game, limiting the Spartans to 18 points and protecting a three-point advantage when it mattered most.
PLAYERS OF THE GAME
Overall — David Leverock
Leverock earned overall Player of the Game honors for his impact in the Lions’ victory.
Offense — Jayden Burch
Burch powered the Farrell ground attack with 124 rushing yards and a touchdown on 15 carries.
Defense — Charles Costanzo
Costanzo earned Defensive Player of the Game honors as part of a Farrell unit that held DePaul to 18 points.
Special Teams — Jake Murphy
Murphy was recognized as the Lions’ Special Teams Player of the Game.
The victory continued an impressive start to the 2026 campaign. After defeating Holy Spirit 28–14 in the season opener and shutting out St. Peter’s 38–0, the Lions followed with their closest battle of the young season.
FINAL
MONSIGNOR FARRELL 21
DEPAUL CATHOLIC 18
Farrell improves to 3–0 and now turns its attention to its first CHSFL AAA matchup of the season against Chaminade.
3–0. LIONS KEEP ROLLING.