James Henderson III
James Henderson III is a three-star recruit from Houston, TX, out of Cy Falls (No. 804 in the 2026 class) who has not played in Houston's 8 games this season.
Where Henderson comes from
- Houston, TX
- Cy Falls
- Within 25 miles of TDECU Stadium
- Three-star, No. 804 in the 2026 class.
Where Henderson fits
Houston lists 25 defensive backs this season.
Houston defensive backs with a game this season
Houston is 6-2, No. 17 in the AP poll (week 10). Next: vs Cincinnati, Sat Nov 7.
Similar players
Same class and position
From Cy Falls
Also from Houston, TX
Where to follow
Splits
Home and road splits, scheme and staff
Supporting cast · Scheme
Staff and system around the player
Head Coach
Willie Fritz
Pass share
43.3%
241 pass / 315 run
Plays / game
69.5
8 games
Team sack rate
3.4%
265 dropbacks · PBP
Scheme: Run-leaning.
Awards
A three-star recruit at defensive back for Houston -- now graded to hold down a real role in the defensive backfield.
No college stat recorded yet. Here's what we know.
Grades highest in speed and zone coverage.
Houston has produced 7 All-Conference defensive backs and 1 All-American. 8 have gone on to the NFL Draft since 2013. Marcus Jones was one of them, an All-American.
Joined Houston in 2026
- 2026 Houston FritzYear 1 · Games –
- High school Cy FallsHouston, TX · Class of 2026Three-star, No. 804 in the 2026 class. Signed with Houston.Also from Cy Falls: Kaleb Burns (Baylor), Samir Camacho (TCU), Chase Edwards (Louisiana) and 2 more.
2026
- Signed with HoustonThree-star, out of Cy Falls