James Schlendorf flashed real playmaking pop as a freshman for Bucknell
In the 2025 season, Bucknell safety James Schlendorf made the most of limited action, appearing in three games and earning Patriot League Rookie of the Week after posting nine tackles, a sack, an interception, and a pass breakup against Richmond. He looks like a rangy, aggressive DB with ball skills and the edge to jump a game when injuries open the door. At 6-foot, 170 pounds, he has the frame to keep developing, and his early production suggests a high-upside fit for a defense that values instincts, toughness, and opportunistic playmaking.
