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MTSU's James named preseason All-American by Athlon

MTSU junior wide receiver Richie James has been named a 2017 second-team preseason All-American by Athlon.

James was the highest ranked player in Conference USA and the highest rated position player in the state of Tennessee.

James is coming off another record-breaking season when he collected 105 receptions for 1,625 yards and 12 touchdowns. He ranked fourth nationally in receiving yards and was sixth in receptions per game. James also rushed for a career-best 339 yards.

James, who has played just 26 career games, ranks second on MTSU's career list for receptions and receiving yards. James has 213 receptions for 2,971 yards.