Caden Fordham
Career Summary
Caden Fordham is a linebacker on the Tampa Bay Buccaneers practice squad.
The NC State product entered the NFL as an undrafted rookie in 2026.
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Early Life
Fordham is from Ponte Vedra, Florida.
The Associated Press listed Ponte Vedra as his hometown in its 2025 All-America coverage.
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College Career
Fordham played linebacker at NC State and earned national recognition in his final season.
He was named to the 2025 AP All-America third team and was selected to the All-ACC first team.
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Path to the NFL
Fordham entered the NFL with Tampa Bay as an undrafted rookie in 2026.
Tampa Bay reported that he was one of three undrafted rookies to make its initial 53-man roster.
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NFL Career
Fordham made Tampa Bay's initial 53-man roster before returning to the practice squad in September 2026.
The Buccaneers waived him on September 2 and announced his return to the practice squad on September 7.
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Career Accomplishments
Fordham was an All-ACC first-team selection and AP All-America third-team selection in 2025.
His final NC State season established him as an accomplished college linebacker.
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Playing Style
Fordham's late-college recognition reflected an impact presence at linebacker.
He recorded a 15-tackle game against Pittsburgh in 2025.
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