#36
Hank James
Returning to Troy for 2026
Paducah, Ky. → Paducah Tilgham 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
Gerad Parker
How he plays
2026 Outlook
Troy
2026 Depth chart
Projected starter
Safety · Troy
Returning around him
- Transfer portal: -13 net (14 in / 27 out)
2026 Award watch
No preseason watch lists yet (most drop June 15 – July 15)
Troy · Last season: 8-6 · Talent rank #99 · 2026 recruiting class #76
Background
High School: Helped lead the Blue Tornado to a 12-2 record and trip to the Kentucky 4A semifinals … Finished his senior season with 84 tackles, 10 tackles for loss and four sacks ... Also returned a kickoff and a punt for a touchdown ... Helped lead Blue Tornados to a perfect 15-0 record and Kent...
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