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Jaylen Archibald
Returning to North Dakota State for 2026
Frisco, Texas → Frisco HS
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Limited signal — not enough coverage for a story yet.
Career Arc
HS
Recruit
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CFB
College
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NFL
NFL Draft
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Splits & context
Supporting Cast · Scheme
Staff and system around the player
Head Coach
Tim Polasek
How he plays
2026 Outlook
North Dakota State
2026 Depth chart
Projected starter
Safety · North Dakota State
Returning around him
- 2 North Dakota State players drafted to NFL
- Transfer portal: -4 net (3 in / 7 out)
2026 Award watch
No preseason watch lists yet (most drop June 15 – July 15)
North Dakota State · Last season: 12-1 · 2026 recruiting class #117
Background
2025 SEASON (REDSHIRT): Participated in four Missouri Valley Football Conference games late in the season during his redshirt year...Recorded four total tackles (three solo) and two pass breakups all against Northern Iowa...Credited with a half tackle for loss. HIGH SCHOOL: Graduated in 2024 from...
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