Jacob Merritt
Senior offensive lineman on Buffalo's 2026 roster. No game stats recorded yet.
6′6″ · 304 lb · Northville, MI · Northville
The story
Senior offensive lineman on Buffalo's 2026 roster. No game stats recorded yet.
- Signed as a 2-star recruit to Michigan State in 2022.
- Transferred from Michigan State to Buffalo in 2025.
Recruiting
OT recruit
No. 2723 nationally · Signed with Michigan State
No college snaps yet.
His full recruiting profileJacob Merritt
Jacob Merritt arrived at Buffalo from Michigan State.
Low coverage — composed from the verified record.
- portal record
His career
2022
- Signed with Michigan State2-star out of Northville
2025
- Entered the portal
Awards
A two-star recruit at offensive line for Buffalo -- now graded as a developmental piece up front.
Offensive line play doesn't show up in a box score. Here's what actually tells you whether he's good.
The unit he anchors ranks 105th nationally in stuff rate allowed this season. See the full unit breakdown →
Buffalo has produced 8 All-Conference offensive linemen.
Background
Hoof Prints: Transfer from Michigan State... major is communication. Redshirt-Junior (2025): Appeared in one game. Previous School: Offensive lineman who transferred from Michigan State where he spent three seasons… a two-time Academic All-Big Ten honoree… a graduate of Northville High School…