2026 PFN Player Profile: John Cobbold-RB/SS-Lansdale Catholic
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Cody Brady | July 10, 2026
John Cobbold
Lansdale Catholic High School
Class Of 2027
SS/RB
Jersey #4
5’10/170
524 rushing yards, 7tds (6 rushing, 1 receiving), 38 tackles, 2 ints, 7 PD.
Twitter/X @john_Eman21
Why do you play football?
When I was younger it was something that kept me active, but as I got older I really started to love it and it became something I couldn’t see myself without.
It’s gameday! What are you looking forward to the most?
Those jitters during the national anthem.
Who is your favorite sports star and WHY?
Lamar Jackson, because of his unmatched swag.
Do you have a favorite play you remember the most? Explain:
When we played Archbishop Wood last year and on the second play of overtime we ran a outside zone with our Qb, and as I was lead blocking I came around and pancaked a former teammate who transferred to Wood before the season. We scored and ended up winning the game in OT.
What was last years season like for you?
I would say it was a big confidence boost. My role from Sophomore to Junior definitely grew and I feel like I had a very productive year.
What are your goals for this coming season?
Win a State championship.
Who is the best player you ever lined up against?
My brother Yeboa Cobbold, because we both are big competitors and we hated losing specially to each other, and since i’m little bro I would always get his best shot because he wouldn’t want to lose against his little brother.
When the game is on the line, which college/professional coach would you like to call in the play?
Nick Saban
What stadium, HS/college/pro would you love to visit for a game?
Tiger stadium during a night game.
What is your favorite Pro team, any sport?
Baltimore Ravens
What game, yours, college or pro, was your favorite game you watched and why?
2017 when the Eagles won the super bowl, because me and my family went out to a restaurant to watch the game and it was PACKED with Eagles fans. Even though i’m not an Eagles fan that environment made the game very fun watch.
What sports movie would you watch every day if you had to pick one and why?
Any one of the Creed movies
If your mom and dad are screaming at you from the stands, what is it they usually yell?
Definitely my mom yelling “You got it O-line!”
Name one thing that you’d love to do in football that may never happen?
Kick a game winning field goal in the state championship
Who is your mentor, the person you want to be like? WHY?
My Dad, because as I got older I really started to understand and appreciate what he does for me and I wanna do the same for my future family.
Name a sport you’d love to play but can’t:
Baseball
What is your most embarrassing sports moment?
If you could only drive one car for the rest of your life, what would it be?
A mini van
When you aren’t playing, practicing or training for sports, what is your go to activity and why?
Hanging out with my teammates, because they’re probably my best friends and I think team chemistry gets a team far in a season.
What is your favorite football memory to date?
My first varsity touchdown my sophomore year in the district championship
What is your favorite play to run?
Counter with the Guard and Tackle.
What scares you the most?
Heights
What is the most food you ever ate in one sitting?
My Thanksgiving plate every year
What restaurant is your go to when you need a big meal?
Texas Roadhouse
What is your favorite vacation destination?
Ocean City, NJ
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