veteran Rice linebacker with real TFL juice
A senior linebacker for Rice in the 2026 season, James Radcliffe stands out as a veteran tone-setter whose game is built on disruption: he was credited with 97 tackles and 10.5 tackles for loss in the 2025 season, and he also earned preseason third-team All-C-USA recognition from Athlon for 2026. Rice describes him as a veteran in the Owls’ linebacker room, and his move to No. 26 was tied to the program’s Honor Jersey tradition, which adds a little extra gravitas to his presence. He looks like a smart fit for a defense that values instinct, edge, and production behind the line.
