New Mexico adds linebacker Jayden Flaker from Memphis
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 3:05 AM
Last updated Aug 18, 2026
College SportsNew Mexico has signed linebacker Jayden Flaker, a transfer from Memphis, who began practice with the team on August 17, 2026. The Scarborough, Maine native is eligible for a fifth season after a court ruling allows him to continue playing. He made 19 total tackles in two seasons at Memphis and previously had a standout season at North Carolina Central, leading the conference with 85 tackles. Flaker will serve as a Star in UNM's 4-2-5 defense, contributing both defensively and on special teams. Head coach Jason Eck noted Flaker's character and connections from previous programs influenced his decision to join the Lobos.
- •Jayden Flaker joins New Mexico from Memphis after receiving a fifth year of eligibility.
- •He practiced with the Lobos for the first time on August 17, 2026.
- •Flaker recorded 19 total tackles over two seasons at Memphis.
- •He previously led the Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference with 85 tackles at North Carolina Central.
- •UNM may need to cut players to meet the roster limit after adding Flaker.
- 3:05 AMYahoo Sports — UNM adds Memphis transfer LB Jayden Flaker
"On the eve of the season, the Lobos brought in some extra help. After being granted a fifth year of eligibility, Memphis transfer linebacker Jayden Flaker has joined New Mexico and began practice with the Lobos on Monday afternoon. The 6-foot-2, 235-pound Scarborough, Maine native made 19 total tackles over the last two seasons with the Tigers. He started his college career at North Carolina ...
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