Jack Laird
Jack Laird is a three-star recruit from Columbia, SC, out of Cardinal Newman School (No. 2,757 in the 2025 class) who has not played in Marshall's 8 games this season.
Where Laird comes from
- Columbia, SC
- Cardinal Newman School
- About 300 miles from Joan C. Edwards Stadium
- Three-star, No. 2,757 in the 2025 class.
- On the Marshall roster since 2025
Where Laird fits
Marshall lists 28 offensive linemen this season.
Marshall offensive linemen with a game this season
The team’s line is 67th in the country in line yards this season (a team number).
Marshall is 5-3. Next: at Georgia Southern, Sat Nov 7.
Similar players
Same class and position
Also from Columbia, SC
Where to follow
Awards
A three-star recruit at offensive line for Marshall -- now projected as a quality starter at the position.
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The unit he anchors ranks 67th nationally in line yards this season. See the full unit breakdown →
Marshall has produced 10 All-Conference offensive linemen and 1 All-American. 2 have gone on to the NFL Draft since 2014. Cain Madden was one of them, an All-American.
Two seasons at Marshall
- 2026 Marshall GibsonYear 2 · Games –
- 2025 Marshall GibsonYear 1 · Games –
- High school Cardinal Newman SchoolColumbia, SC · Class of 2025Three-star, No. 2,757 in the 2025 class. Signed with Marshall.
2025
- Signed with MarshallThree-star, out of Cardinal Newman School