Passaic football prepares for 2026 season with new key players

Passaic enters the 2026 football season aiming to continue its postseason streak after competing in three consecutive tournaments. The Indians, who finished last year in the North Group 5 Invitational, lost their all-time rushing leaders, but coach Mark Dupree remains optimistic about rising senior Eddie Hidalgo stepping into a key role. With quarterback competition heating up between Jamari Miller and sophomore Justin Pimentel, the team faces challenges in maintaining depth among skill positions. Passaic's upcoming schedule features several competitive matchups, putting pressure on coaches to prepare their roster effectively for the season ahead.

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