East Carolina University has officially shaken up the AAC with a blockbuster addition to its roster. Pirate Nation is buzzing as the program secures a defensive playmaker who could completely transform the secondary for the 2026 season. This isn’t just a routine signing—it’s a statement that ECU is ready to compete at the highest level.
Standing tall and physical, the new defensive star brings elite size, speed, and championship experience to Greenville. With opponents scrambling to adjust their game plans, ECU’s coaching staff is already envisioning ways to maximize his versatility and make the Pirates’ secondary one of the most feared units in the conference.
The move also strengthens ECU’s reputation for strategic recruiting and high-impact transfers. Rival programs in the AAC are taking notice as the Pirates continue to build a roster designed to compete immediately while maintaining a foundation for sustained success.
Myles Pollard, a former Michigan standout and Memphis defensive back, is the headline acquisition. At 6-foot-2 with Big Ten experience, Pollard brings size, skill, and intensity to the ECU secondary. With two years of eligibility remaining, he is expected to become a cornerstone of the defense and a fan favorite as the Pirates prepare for a run at the conference title.
With the
addition complete, East Carolina fans can start counting down to kickoff. The Pirates’ defense is officially loaded, rival quarterbacks are on notice, and the AAC can expect a team that’s no longer rebuilding—it’s reloading, and 2026 promises to be a season full of bone-crunching hits and highlight-reel plays