
Marquise Henderson is already Samford’s big-play spark in 2026
In the 2026 season, Marquise Henderson has made an immediate impact for Samford, posting 5 catches for 151 yards and a touchdown in the opener — a whopping 30.2 yards per catch with an 86-yard long gain. At 5-foot-10 and 170 pounds, he brings slot-to-stretch-the-field juice, elite YAC potential, and a clear home-run threat profile. The bigger story: he arrived after a messy transfer path and year away from competition, yet still looks game-ready. If your team wants a quick-strike receiver with explosive upside and some edge, he’s worth a serious look.





