Josh Manecke is a two-star recruit from Downers Grove, IL, out of Downers Grove South (No. 2,983 in the 2024 class) who has not played in James Madison's 9 games this season.
Where Manecke comes from
- Downers Grove, IL
- Downers Grove South
- About 550 miles from Bridgeforth Stadium
- Two-star, No. 2,983 in the 2024 class; signed with Army.
Where Manecke fits
James Madison lists 18 offensive linemen this season.
James Madison offensive linemen with a game this season
The team’s line is 11th in the country in stuff rate allowed this season (a team number).
James Madison is 7-2. Next: at Southern Miss, Thu Nov 5.
Similar players
Same class and position
Also from Downers Grove, IL
Transferred to James Madison from Army.
Where to follow
Awards
A two-star recruit at offensive line for James Madison -- 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 11th nationally in stuff rate allowed this season. See the full unit breakdown →
James Madison has produced 8 All-Conference offensive linemen.
Three seasons, two schools
- 2026 James Madison NapierYear 3 · Games –
- Jan 2026 Entered the transfer portalArmy to James Madison
- 2025 Army MonkenYear 2 · Games –
- 2024 Army MonkenYear 1 · Games –
- High school Downers Grove SouthDowners Grove, IL · Class of 2024Two-star, No. 2,983 in the 2024 class. Signed with Army.
Moves
- Transferred from Army to James Madison, Jan 14, 2026.
2024
- Signed with ArmyTwo-star, out of Downers Grove South
2026
- Transferred to James Madisonfrom Army
Coaching lineage · 2024–2026
2 coachesPlayed for 2 head coaches at 2 schools: Jeff Monken and Billy Napier.
Next stop · Transfer
Transferred to James Madison
