James Denley brings veteran edge, toughness, and leadership to Southern Miss’s linebacker room
In the most recent available Southern Miss roster notes, James Denley is described as a two-year starter at strong-side linebacker, a defensive playmaker who plays with a lot of intensity, and a leader the staff counts on in 2026. He’s the kind of linebacker coaches love: physical, smart, dependable on special teams, and comfortable doing the dirty work that doesn’t always show up in the box score. If you want a tough, high-motor front-seven presence with proven experience, he looks like a strong fit.
