Mory Bamba (born November 21, 2000) is an American football cornerback for the New York Jets of the National Football League (NFL). He played college football at ASA College and for the BYU Cougars.
Early life Bamba attended Menomonee Falls High School in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin, and committed to the Wisconsin–Oshkosh Titans as a hurdler and triple jumper on the track and field team. His parents are from the Ivory Coast.
College career ASA College After one season on the track and field team at Wisconsin–Oshkosh, Bamba transferred to ASA College to play college football. He did not appear in any games in 2020, as the season was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. As a freshman in 2021, Bamba notched 14 tackles, six pass deflections, and an interception. After the conclusion of the season, he entered the NCAA transfer portal.
BYU Bamba initially enrolled at Tyler Junior College, but before the 2022 season he graduated and committed to play for the BYU Cougars. During his first two seasons as a Cougar from 2022 to 2023, he played in 12 games with one start, notching seven tackles and one pass deflection. In the 2024 season, Bamba recorded 17 tackles and four pass deflections. During his senior year in 2025, he totaled 23 tackles and four pass deflections.
Professional career
After going unselected in the 2026 NFL draft, Bamba signed with the New York Jets as an undrafted free agent. He was waived on August 30, 2026 and re-signed to the practice squad.
References
External links New York Jets bio BYU Cougars bio