Villanova Football has officially published its 2026 roster, a milestone that underscores the program’s growing depth as the squad edges closer to its 95‑player limit. The announcement comes as the Wildcats prepare for a competitive schedule, and the new additions are already generating buzz among coaches and fans alike.
New Faces on the Squad
The incoming class features six fresh recruits: Faustie Capobianco, Brian Falk, Jack Gillespie, Dylan Laganelli, Will Palmer and Michael Venezia. Each brings a distinct skill set, from hard‑hitting offensive linemen to versatile defensive backs, promising to reinforce the team’s core in upcoming practices.
Alongside the recruits, three athletes have been marked as potential walk‑ons: Joey Tenaglia, Jullian Williams and John Zohlman. Their status reflects the program’s openness to talent that can contribute on special teams and depth charts, even if they are not yet scholarship holders.
A notable addition is transfer kicker Dominic LeBlanc, a sophomore who previously excelled at Tennessee Tech. In his last season, LeBlanc converted 13 of 19 field‑goal attempts and was perfect on 29 of 31 extra‑point tries. His career‑long field goal of 46 yards at the FCS level highlights a reliable leg that could prove decisive in close games.
The geographic spread of the new roster also tells a story. The recruits hail from high schools across the United States, with origins noted in Easton, Pennsylvania; Seaford, New York; West Chester, Pennsylvania; West Grove, Pennsylvania; Cheshire, Connecticut; Phoenixville, Pennsylvania; Linwood, New Jersey; Conshohocken, Pennsylvania; and Moorestown, New Jersey. This national talent pool reflects Villanova’s expanding recruiting footprint.
With the roster now at 92 players, the Wildcats are poised to fill the remaining three spots before the deadline, potentially adding more depth through additional signings or developmental prospects. The coaching staff’s strategic use of these newcomers will be a key storyline as the team moves toward the upcoming season.