Jaden Shirden (born May 2, 2002) is an American professional

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for the

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of the United Football League (UFL). He played

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Early life and high school

Shirden attended high school at St. Joseph's. Coming out of high school, Shirden decided to commit to play

for the

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College career

In Shirden's freshman season in 2021, he rushed 77 times for 497 yards and three touchdowns. During the 2022 season in a matchup against Fordham, Shirden set a school record 299 rushing yards. Shirden finished the 2022 season, rushing for 1,722 yards and 13 touchdowns, where for his performance he was named the CAA player of the year and a FCS All-American. For his performance on the 2022 season, Shirden was named a finalist for the Walter Payton Award. During the 2023 season, Shirden rushed 221 times for 1,478 yards and ten touchdowns, where he was named the CAA player of the year for the second time in his career. After the conclusion of the 2023 season, Shirden decided to declare for the

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Professional career

Carolina Panthers

Shirden signed with the

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as an undrafted free agent on May 10, 2024. He was waived on August 27.

Michigan Panthers

On January 8, 2025, Shirden signed with the

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of the United Football League (UFL). He was waived on May 12, 2025.

San Antonio Brahmas

Shirden was claimed off waivers by the

on May 12, 2025. In week 9, Shirden recorded 3 kickoff returns for 150 yards with a long of 86 that led to a Brahmas field goal right before halftime. He was awarded the UFL Special Teams Player of the Week.1

References

External links

Monmouth Hawks bio
{{DEFAULTSORT:Shirden, Jaden 2002 births Living people Players of American football from New Haven County, Connecticut American football running backs Monmouth Hawks football players Carolina Panthers players Michigan Panthers (2022) players San Antonio Brahmas players