PITTSBURGH – The Duquesne University football program announced the signing of three recruits during college football's early signing period. The Dukes inked incoming freshmen Nick Collins, Jr. (DB, Orlando, FL), Santino LaMolinare (OL, Bethel Park, PA), and Will Martin (LB, Pittsburgh, PA).

"We are excited to welcome this talented group to the Duquesne football family," head coach Jerry Schmitt said. "They will be strong additions as we continue to grow and build on our championship tradition. I'm grateful for the hard work of our staff throughout this recruiting cycle."

For the latest on the 2026 signing class, visit Signing Day Central here.

Will Martin
Linebacker • 6-3 • 225
Pittsburgh, PA • Seton LaSalle HS
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• Standout two-way player at nearby Seton LaSalle Catholic High School
• First Team All-Conference selection and Conference Defensive Player of the Year
• Led Seton LaSalle to the 2025 WPIAL District Championship, scoring all three touchdowns out of the wildcat while adding an interception, four tackles, and two tackles for loss in the title game
• Guided the Rebels to a PIAA State Semifinal appearance as a senior, finishing with 69 tackles, 3 sacks, 10 TFLs, 3 interceptions, 3 forced fumbles, 8 offensive touchdowns, and over 300 all-purpose yards
• Committed to Duquesne over multiple FBS offers
• Earned High Honors academically and was a member of the Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA)
• Also competed in varsity basketball

Santino LaMolinare
Offensive Line • 6-3 • 275
Bethel Park, PA • Bethel Park HS
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• Two-time First Team All-Conference offensive lineman out of nearby Bethel Park High School
• Three-year varsity letterwinner who helped lead the Black Hawks to a WPIAL District Semifinal appearance
• Recognized as a Top-10 offensive lineman in the WPIAL and a Top-22 player to watch in the district by 22 The Point's Friday Night Rivals
• Also competed on the track & field team
• High Honor Roll student

Nick Collins, Jr.
Defensive Back • 5-10 • 165
Orlando, FL • Edgewater HS • Lake Highland Preparatory School
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• All-District and All-Conference defensive back out of Edgewater High School
• Spent time at Lake Highland Preparatory School in Orlando
• Recorded two pick-sixes during senior season to help lead team to a district title
• Also competed in varsity baseball
• Father, Nick, was a three-time All-Pro in the NFL with the Green Bay Packers from 2005–2011 and is a member of the Green Bay Packers Hall of Fame

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