KINGSTON, R.I. - Rhode Island Football added a pair of transfers to its roster for the upcoming spring semester in offensive lineman Jordan Cooper and quarterback Hunter Helms. 

Head coach Jim Fleming has already announced the signings of 10 other student-athletes for the 2024 season, a group that is made up of two true freshmen and eight transfers.

Jordan Cooper
Offensive Lineman
Dallas, Texas | Northwestern State
6-3 | 315 
Two years of eligibility 
A Texas native, Cooper brings experience to Rhode Island having appeared in 16 games for Northwestern State, including all six that the team played in 2023. Strong in the classroom, he earned Southland Conference Commissioner's Honor Roll recognition and has a degree in computer information systems. Cooper has experience as a starter, having earned the nod in nine outings. He is a stout lineman with a low center of gravity. 

Lead Recruiter Patrick Murphy on Cooper
"Jordan is a big, strong, athletic player that will help us continue the tradition of outstanding offensive linemen that play for the University of Rhode Island. He plays hard and will compete for a spot immediately. I'm excited about the toughness, physicality and high character that he will add to our program."

Hunter Helms
Quarterback
West Columbia, S.C. | Clemson
6-2 | 215 
Two years of eligibility 
A walk-on turned scholarship recipient, Helms broke onto the scene at Clemson when he had a two-touchdown performance at Georgia Tech as a true freshman in 2020. Over nine games with the Tigers from 2020-23, where he played behind the No. 1 overall pick of the 2021 NFL Draft in Trevor Lawrence, he completed 23-of-37 passes for 218 yards in addition to rushing four times for 13 yards. Helms earned a degree in construction science & management and will be pursuing an MBA at Rhode Island. With a pair of ACC Championship Game victories under his belt, he will look to help the Rams make a postseason push.

Lead Recruiter Patrick Murphy on Helms
"Hunter is a dual-threat quarterback with experience at the highest level in a nationally-prominent FBS program. He brings great size and has a big, extremely accurate arm. His game is also bolstered by his high football IQ and he will offer elite leadership skills to our locker room."

2024 RHODY FOOTBALL SEASON TICKET DEPOSITS ON SALE NOW!
New URI Football season ticket holders can place their deposits today to ensure the best seats available at Meade Stadium for the upcoming season. MAKE YOUR DEPOSIT TODAY or call 401-874-RAMS to speak with an account representative. 

Note: Renewal information will be available soon for 2023 season ticket holders, who do not need to place a deposit at this time.