LaMareon James

LaMareon James (born October 25, 2000) is an American professional football cornerback. He played college football for the Old Dominion Monarchs and TCU Horned Frogs.

Early life James attended Indian River High School in Chesapeake, Virginia. Coming out of high school, he initially committed to play college football for the North Carolina Tar Heels over other offers such as Virginia, Virginia Tech, Auburn, Michigan, Nebraska and Pittsburgh. However, James eventually flipped and signed to play for the Old Dominion Monarchs.

College career Old Dominion During the 2021 Myrtle Beach Bowl, James returned the opening kickoff 100 yards for a touchdown against Tulsa. In week 3 of the 2023 season, he intercepted a pass which he returned 66 yards for a touchdown, while also recovering a fumble which he returned 80 yards for a touchdown against Wake Forest. After the season, James entered his name into the NCAA transfer portal. He finished his three-year career with the Monarchs from 2021 to 2023, appearing in 38 games, recording 86 tackles with one being for a loss, ten pass deflections, two interceptions, four fumble recoveries, two forced fumbles, and two defensive touchdowns, while also totaling 1,346 return yards, and two return touchdowns.

TCU James transferred to play for the TCU Horned Frogs. In 2024, he started all 13 games, where he recorded 35 tackles, 14 pass deflections, and an interception, earning all-Big 12 honorable mention. After the season, James declared for the 2025 NFL draft.

Professional career

Cleveland Browns After not being selected in the 2025 NFL draft, James signed with the Cleveland Browns as an undrafted free agent. James was released on September 16.

New York Giants On September 17, 2025, James signed with the New York Giants' practice squad. He was released on October 23.

Houston Gamblers On January 13, 2026, James was selected by the Houston Gamblers in the 2026 UFL Draft.