Jamell James is Fordham’s steady, versatile back in a crowded 2026 committee
In the 2026 season, Jamell James has been a low-volume but useful piece for Fordham, with 10 rushing yards for 37 yards and 1 carry for 3 yards receiving/utility work through two games, after a 2025 season of 65 carries for 190 yards and 1 touchdown plus 20 receptions for 103 yards.[1][2][6][15] His calling card is versatility: he can stay on the field on early downs and in the pass game, and Fordham’s own preseason outlook singled him out as a returner in a deep RB room.[6] He looks like a fit for a team needing a dependable, multi-purpose back rather than a pure home-run hitter.[6][13]
