Freshman linebacker Michael Bartasius brings size, captain energy, and upside to Bucknell
Michael Bartasius enters the 2026 season as a 6-foot-2, 200-pound freshman linebacker from Shawnee High School, where he earned first-team all-division, all-county, and All-South Jersey honors plus team captain status. He has only one recorded tackle so far in 2026, so the production sample is tiny, but the profile screams developmental upside: rangy frame, multi-sport background in football and lacrosse, and a reputation for leadership and disciplined play. If a team wants a young defender with length, toughness, and plenty of room to grow, he’s a name worth keeping on the board.
