Reinforcements on the way for Rhody? 👀
@AjPena21 in full pads this week at Rhody training camp.
Peña has been readmitted, but still some logistics in order for him to officially be reinstated, but Coach Fleming expects AJ out there Week 1.
Huge boost.
When we talk about how deep this EDGE class is, let's talk about Rhode Island's A.J. Pena (No. 8). 43 sacks and 156 pressures over four seasons. He's got the bull-rush, the swipe move, and the speed/agility when working inside is a thing. Also had 11 TFL vs. the run.
2026 #NFLDraft prospect AJ Peña wins inside off the stunt w/ the club swim sack. @AjPena21 sells his rush upfield, stutters, then works inside. Great job attacking hands while reducing hitting surface!
Pena (2x FCS All-American) finished with 38 career sacks!
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2026 NFL Draft prospect AJ Peña with the ghost rush. @AjPena21 flashes the inside hand, dips under the blocker’s punch & runs the hoop for the sack.
Pena is a two-time FCS All-American who finished with 38 career sacks for @RhodyFootball!
#PassRush#NFLDraft@TRISportAgency
URI Edge AJ Pena (@AjPena21) was dominant once again in 2025, earning Walter Camp FCS All-American honors to cap off a legendary career.
The Montclair, New Jersey native recorded 72 tackles, including 21 for loss and 11 sacks.
Pena leaves URI as the program’s all-time leader in sacks and tackles for loss, finishing his career with 235 tackles, 65.5 tackles for loss, and 38 sacks.
#FCS #3MoreFeet #GoRhody
2x FCS All-American & #NFLDraft prospect, A.J. Pena (@AjPena21) sets the edge & makes the tackle.
Must #StopTheRun first to earn the right at rushing the passer! @TRISportAgency