A Setback for the Jaguars
The Southern Jaguars will begin the 2026 campaign without one of their most promising playmakers. Running back Barry Remo, a sophomore who earned MVP honors at the 2025 Bayou Classic, has been ruled out for the entire season after a knee surgery failed to restore full function.
Remo’s collegiate résumé includes 244 rushing yards and a single touchdown across four games in his sophomore year, a performance that helped him secure the Bayou Classic MVP after a 100‑yard effort that featured a 51‑yard touchdown run. He also graduated from Catholic High School, where he first honed his craft before joining Southern University.
Coach Marshall Faulk confirmed that Remo will redshirt this year, meaning the team will rely on other backs, notably Trey Holly, who was slated to sit ahead of Remo on the depth chart. The coaching staff remains confident that the offense can adapt, but the loss of Remo’s explosiveness is undeniably a blow.
The Jaguars open their schedule on August 29, 2026, with a road test against Alabama State in Birmingham, Alabama. The matchup marks the first step of a season that will test the team’s depth and resilience in the absence of a key contributor.
Beyond the field, the injury underscores the physical toll that college football can exact on young athletes, prompting renewed discussion about medical protocols and long‑term player development. As the Jaguars regroup, fans and analysts alike will watch closely to see how the team navigates this early adversity.