TRANSFER PORTAL: James Madison Lands Cincinnati Corner Rayquan Adkins

Joe Londergan | Jun 6, 2024

Sep 2, 2023; Cincinnati, Ohio, USA; Cincinnati Bearcats cornerback Rayquan Adkins (14) scores a touchdown against the Eastern Kentucky Colonels at Nippert Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Albert Cesare-USA TODAY Sports / Albert Cesare-USA TODAY Sports

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The James Madison Dukes picked up another piece for their 2024 campaign this week.

University of Cincinnati defensive back Rayquan Adkins announced his commitment to the James Madison Dukes on X on Wednesday. He will have three years of eligibility remaining.

Adkins had entered the portal in April after spending one season with Scott Satterfield's group. He appeared in nine games with one start at cornerback and one tackle.

Coming out of high school, Adkins was a three-star prospect from Miami Northwestern High School in Florida. He did originally have a scholarship offer from James Madison, among 15 others, before signing with Cincinnati.

The 5'11", 185-pound defender adds to a JMU group that was one of the G5's best in 2023, allowing just 19.5 points per game.

In 2023, James Madison finished 11-2 and reached their first FBS bowl game. Former Holy Cross head coach Bob Chesney takes over the program after Curt Cignetti was hired by Indiana. The Dukes open the season on August 31 at Charlotte.

Published Jun 6, 2024

JOE LONDERGAN

Joe covers college sports from the Group of Five ranks and beyond. He has worked in the sports industry since 2008, earned a bachelor's degree from the University of Louisville, and a Master's degree from Seattle University.