Jacob Russell
Junior offensive lineman on Central Michigan's 2026 roster. No game stats recorded yet.
6′4″ · 295 lb · Glen Ridge, NJ · Glen Ridge H.S.
The story
3 offensive lineman on Central Michigan's roster. No game stats recorded yet.
- Transferred from Valparaiso to Central Michigan in 2025.
Jacob Russell
Jacob Russell arrived at Central Michigan from Valparaiso.
Low coverage — composed from the verified record.
- portal record
His career
2025
- Entered the portal
Splits & context
Supporting cast · Scheme
Staff and system around the player
Head Coach
Matt Drinkall
Scheme reads (pass share, tempo, sack rate) need at least 3 team games — 2 games in so far.
Awards
Jacob Russell plays offensive line for Central Michigan.
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Central Michigan has produced 6 All-Conference offensive linemen. 3 have gone on to the NFL Draft since 2013. Bernhard Raimann went on to the NFL out of this room (2022).
How he plays
2026 Outlook
Central Michigan
2026 Depth chart
Projected starter
Offensive line · Central Michigan
Returning around him
- 54% of 2024 offensive production back (Solid continuity)
- Transfer portal: -5 net (12 in / 17 out)
2026 Award watch
No preseason watch lists yet (most drop June 15 – July 15)
Central Michigan · Last season: 7-6 · Talent rank #125 · 2026 recruiting class #95
Background
CAREER Has played in 24 career games combining his two-year career at Central Michigan and Valparaiso … Started 13 consecutive games at Central Michigan … Transferred to Central Michigan in January 2025 after playing two seasons at Valparaiso. 2025 As a redshirt sophomore offensive lineman, start...