Despite all the star power the Oregon Ducks have at nearly every position, a lesser-known running back has emerged as a potential stud in 2024. Jordan James flashed a season ago in Eugene, but has taken the world by storm this fall.
When Does Jordan James and the Oregon Ducks Play in Week 7?
The Ducks will play host to the Ohio State Buckeyes on Saturday, October 12, at 7:30 p.m. ET in one of the season’s most anticipated matchups. James and Co. enter as the No. 3 team in the country, compared to Ohio State’s No. 2 overall ranking.
Oregon RB Jordan James Stats, Height, Weight, Profile Details
Standing at 5’10” and 210 pounds, James hails from Nashville, Tennessee, a member of the class of 2022. He’s seen the field in all three seasons in Eugene, flashing his brilliance in 2023, but following that up with a potential season for the ages in his junior year.
Through the first six weeks of action in 2024, James has amassed the following stats:
Carries: 88
Yards: 552
Average: 6.3
TD: 5
And for his career, James is on pace to hit the 2,000-yard mark soon:
Carries: 241
Yards: 1,500
Average: 6.2
TD: 21
Jordan James 247, High School Recruiting Profile
Though he’s emerged on the scene with the Ducks the past two years, those tied into recruiting circles knew of his potential abilities as a junior in high school.
Playing for Oakland HS outside of Nashville, James proved his prowess from the first day he stepped foot on campus and led Oakland to two consecutive 15-0 seasons and state championships in his junior and senior years.
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He was a consensus four-star player for the class of 2022, entering the Ducks 2022 recruiting class as the fourth-best player in Tennessee, the 13th-best running back, and the 164th-ranked player overall.
James famously chose Oregon over Alabama, Florida State, and Georgia.
Jordan James Player Comparison
With his patient running style, it’s hard not to compare James to Le’Veon Bell. Like Bell, James is also just as punishing once he decides his intended path and has just enough elusiveness to get the job done in space.
They have a similar athletic build and very similar athletic traits all the same. Other players that come to mind for James are James Conner, David Montgomery, and Kareem Hunt, each who have similar rushing styles with their patience, vision, and athleticism.
What Is Jordan James 40 Time?
James ran a 4.69 40-yard dash back at a regional event for The Opening. However, it’s been reported that James has improved his time, to no one’s surprise, during his time at Oregon.
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With potential marks coming out in the low 4.4 area — likely at 4.45 — James could challenge for some of the better athleticism marks when he does enter the draft.
Jordan James Oregon Highlights
My goodness, Oregon’s Jordan James just knocked the soul out of the defender. The definition of a truck stick. pic.twitter.com/m0Xjd4a0GR
— Bobby Football (@Rob__Paul) October 5, 2024
Marcus Harper’s pancake on this Jordan James TD run is 🔥 pic.twitter.com/nyy8d4jDGY
— Cam Mellor (@CamMellor) September 17, 2023
Jordan James WOULD. NOT. BE. DENIED. pic.twitter.com/2G2lCcQFqN
— Cam Mellor (@CamMellor) October 14, 2023
Jordan James NIL Net Worth
With his emergence a season ago, James has seen his NIL valuation soar in recent weeks through the 2024 season. Currently sitting at a projected $817k, James’ deals aren’t easily known.
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However, we do know James signed on with EA Sports through their collective deal with athletes who wanted their likeness to be represented in the game.
Where Is Jordan James Being Selected In 2025 NFL Mock Drafts?
Despite the recent downturn in value for a running back in the NFL Draft, James has put his name on the map in draft circles. With his patient and powerful running style as well as potential high-end top speed, James’ draft prowess is steadily emerging.
Though it’s not quite a common site, don’t be surprised if James challenges for an early-round pick on Day 3 of the 2025 NFL Draft if he were to declare. Otherwise, he can use his final year of eligibility with the Ducks in 2025 and cement his status for the NFL even further in doing so.
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