#91
Jamar Birden
Returning to Ball State for 2026
Fr. · Waycross, Ga. → Ware County HS
via ballstatesports.com ↗This season's coverage starts August 26 — check back once kickoff hits.
Jamar Birden
Limited signal — not enough coverage for a story yet.
How he plays
2026 Outlook
Ball State
2026 Depth chart
Projected starter
Defensive line · 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 #112
Heisman trajectory
Heisman Trajectory · 2025
Peak #14159
Peaked at #14159 this season.
Background
Redshirt freshmen expects to be in an active rotation on the defensive line ... offers good depth at defensive end. 2025 (Fr.): Saw action in games against New Hampshire and Toledo. Earned a redshirt. HIGH SCHOOL: Saw varsity action in three seasons at Ware County HS in Southeast Georgia … enjoye...