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Monmouth University’s football program opens the 2026 season ranked No. 23 in the AFCA poll and No. 22 in the STATS Perform poll, highlighting a continued presence in the national Top 25.
The team voted to appoint three captains whose leadership is defined by work ethic and commitment, setting the tone for a season that begins with a home matchup against Manhattan.
The university announced new hires that bring WNBA experience and a strong recruiting background to a program that finished last season with a 21‑12 record and postseason success.
Junior defensive back Jaeden Jones earns a spot on the 2026 Buck Buchanan Award watch list, highlighting a standout season that propelled Monmouth to a top‑25 finish.