University of Missouri Athletics

2025: Returning tight end.… in two career games, has played 22 snaps.

2024: Saw action in two games against Murray State and Massachusetts … on the field for 22 snaps.

PRIOR TO MIZZOU: Lettered four years at Francis Howell under head coach Brent Chojnacki … consensus three-star prospect by 247Sports.com, ESPN.com, and Rivals.com … charted as the No. 15, No. 20 and No. 21 prospect from the state of Missouri according to Rivals.com, ESPN.com and 247Sports.com, respectively … registered 27 receptions for 575 yards (21.30) with eight TDs during career … on defense, compiled 99 tackles, 4.0 TFL, one INT, and one fumble recovery … helped lead the Vikings to a 42-7 four-year record with four consecutive state playoff appearances, including two quarterfinal showings and a Missouri Class 5 state title following a perfect 14-0 season in 2022 … garnered two-time MFCA First Team All-State recognition as a defensive back.

PERSONAL: Born February 7, 2006 ... son of Gary and Amy James ... majoring in business administration.