Chase Hatton is a ball-hawking Marist safety who quickly became a defensive difference-maker
Chase Hatton has emerged as one of Marist’s most impactful defensive backs, highlighted by a 2025 breakout that included 79 tackles and 4 interceptions, plus a 12-tackle, 2-interception game that earned him Pioneer Football League Defensive Player of the Week honors.[1][3] What makes him intriguing is his playmaking range and instincts in coverage, along with the willingness to finish plays near the line of scrimmage.[1][5] He looks like a strong fit for teams that value an aggressive, turnover-creating safety with proven production and early-career momentum.[1][5]
