Jake Clayton discusses balancing football and wrestling at Media Day
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 11, 2026, 11:12 PM
Last updated Aug 11, 2026
At Shore Conference Football Media Day in Freehold on August 11, Jake Clayton expressed his commitment to play football this season while preparing for wrestling at Rutgers University starting in the 2027-28 season. Clayton highlighted the importance of supporting his friends on the football team and aims for an NJSIAA Group 2 championship. Coach Scott Goodale supported Clayton's dual-sport participation, reinforcing the value of three-sport athletes. Other notable mentions included Cole Garrison likely starting as quarterback for Toms River North, and Tommy Fletcher taking over the position from Jack Cannon at Holmdel.
- •Jake Clayton wants to play football despite his wrestling commitment to Rutgers.
- •Cole Garrison is expected to be Toms River North's starting quarterback.
- •Tommy Fletcher will succeed Jack Cannon as Holmdel's quarterback.
- •Clayton's injury history raises concerns about playing both sports.
- 11:12 PMYahoo Sports — 5 takeaways from Shore Conference Football Media Day
"Here are some major takeaways from Shore Conference Football Media Day.
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