James Thomas Jr. is a three-star recruit from Fairfield, OH (No. 2,520 in the 2023 class) who has not played in Bowling Green's 9 games this season.
Where Thomas comes from
- Fairfield, OH
- Fairfield
- About 150 miles from Doyt L. Perry Stadium
- Three-star, No. 2,520 in the 2023 class.
- On the Bowling Green roster since 2023
Where Thomas fits
Bowling Green lists 16 offensive linemen this season.
Bowling Green offensive linemen with a game this season
The team’s line is 101st in the country in stuff rate allowed this season (a team number).
Bowling Green is 2-7. Next: vs Kent State, Tue Nov 10.
Similar players
Same class and position
Also from Fairfield, OH
Where to follow
Awards
A three-star recruit at guard for Bowling Green -- now projected as a developmental piece up front.
Offensive line play doesn't show up in a box score. Here's what actually tells you whether he's good.
The unit he anchors ranks 101st nationally in stuff rate allowed this season. See the full unit breakdown →
Bowling Green has produced 2 All-Conference offensive linemen.
Four seasons at Bowling Green
- 2026 Bowling Green GeorgeYear 4 · Games –
- 2025 Bowling Green GeorgeYear 3 · Games –
- 2024 Bowling Green LoefflerYear 2 · Games –
- 2023 Bowling Green LoefflerYear 1 · Games –
- High school FairfieldFairfield, OH · Class of 2023Three-star, No. 2,520 in the 2023 class. Signed with Bowling Green.Also from Fairfield: Ray Coney (Texas A&M) and Jaydan Mayes (Army).
2023
- Signed with Bowling GreenThree-star, out of Fairfield
Coaching lineage · 2023–2026
2 coachesCoaching transition mid-career: Scot Loeffler → Eddie George. Worth noting in scheme + development context.
