#80
Derion Talbert
Returning to Ball State for 2026
Lexington, Ky. → Frederick Douglass HS
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Limited signal — not enough coverage for a story yet.
Career Arc
HS
Recruit
★★★
CFB
College
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NFL
NFL Draft
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Splits & context
Supporting Cast · Scheme
Staff and system around the player
Head Coach
Mike Uremovich
How he plays
2026 Outlook
Ball State
2026 Depth chart
Projected starter
Wide receiver · Ball State
Returning around him
- 8% of 2024 offensive production back (Heavy turnover)
- Transfer portal: +6 net (24 in / 18 out)
2026 Award watch
No preseason watch lists yet (most drop June 15 – July 15)
Ball State · Last season: 4-8 · Talent rank #115 · 2026 recruiting class #113
Background
HIGH SCHOOL: Played four years for powerhouse Frederick Douglass High School in Lexington, Kentucky … helped the Broncos to two Class 6A semifinals appearances (2023 and 2024), a Class 6A championship run (2021) and a Class 6A title (2022) … garnered three-star recognition from 247Sports and held...
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