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Jamal Olford
Returning to James Madison for 2026
Fr. · Wylie, Texas → Wylie East
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Jamal Olford
Limited signal — not enough coverage for a story yet.
How he plays
2026 Outlook
James Madison
2026 Depth chart
Projected starter
Cornerback · James Madison
Returning around him
- 78% of 2024 offensive production back (Strong continuity)
- Transfer portal: +7 net (37 in / 30 out)
2026 Award watch
No preseason watch lists yet (most drop June 15 – July 15)
James Madison · Last season: 12-2 (AP #19) · Talent rank #127
Heisman trajectory
Heisman Trajectory · 2025
Peak #8983
Peaked at #8983 this season.
Background
2025: Did not see any game action Dean's List (Spring 2026) JMU Athletic Director's Scholar-Athlete (Spring 2026) High School: First Team All-District 9 as a junior and senior Was a Unanimous All-District pick his senior season As a senior, had 37 tackles (22 solo) to go with three interceptions...