#39
James Horton
Returning to Massachusetts for 2026
R-Jr. · Westport, Conn. → Staples
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James Horton
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How he plays
2026 Outlook
Massachusetts
2026 Depth chart
Projected starter
Long snapper · Massachusetts
Returning around him
- 76% of 2024 offensive production back (Strong continuity)
- Transfer portal: +3 net (22 in / 19 out)
2026 Award watch
No preseason watch lists yet (most drop June 15 – July 15)
Massachusetts · Last season: 0-12 · Talent rank #118 · 2026 recruiting class #115
Heisman trajectory
Heisman Trajectory · 2025
Peak #8937
Peaked at #8937 this season.
Background
2025 • Redshirt Freshman Snapped in one game on the season at Akron (11/4) 2024 • Freshman Saw action in one game for the Minutemen Before Massachusetts Attended Staples High School