#25
Anochie Azuakolam Jr.
Returning to Massachusetts for 2026
R-Jr. · Dorchester, Mass. → Buckingham Browne & Nichols
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Anochie Azuakolam Jr.
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How he plays
2026 Outlook
Massachusetts
2026 Depth chart
Projected starter
Safety · Massachusetts
Returning around him
- 76% of 2024 offensive production back (Strong continuity)
- Transfer portal: +3 net (22 in / 19 out)
2026 Award watch
No preseason watch lists yet (most drop June 15 – July 15)
Massachusetts · Last season: 0-12 · Talent rank #118 · 2026 recruiting class #115
Heisman trajectory
Heisman Trajectory · 2025
Peak #15232
Peaked at #15232 this season.
Background
2025 • Freshman Did not compete Before Massachusetts A defensive back out of Buckingham Browne & Nichols School A three-year varsity letterwinner Ranked as On3’s No. 13 recruit in the state of Massachusetts 2024 All-ISL honoree Named to the 2024 All-NEPSAC Team A 2024 All-Prep Defense member Help...