Name: Cody Fair


Year: Sophomore


Position: Inside Linebacker


Height: 6'2


Weight: 230


Hometown: Massillon, Ohio


High School: Massillon Washington


Major: Quantitative Economics
 
What other schools offered you and what was it about Navy that made you come here? I was offered by Patriot League, Ivy League and other FCS schools. I chose to come to Navy because I was looking for a place where football was important but had great academics and opportunities after graduation. When I came on my visit, the people within the program were what truly stood out and sold me on Navy.
 
What would you tell somebody that is considering coming to Navy to play football? This team truly is a brotherhood. The great friendships you can make in such a short time is something I never expected. The people are what make Navy special. I am surrounded by high caliber people on a daily basis that consistently push me to be the best version of myself. After coming to Navy, I couldn't see myself playing anywhere else.


If you could play another position, what position would you play and why?  I would play running back. I'd love to run the ball on 4th-and-goal from the 1.


If you could choose any opponent for Navy to play that is currently not on the schedule, who would you choose and why?  Ohio State. I grew up a Buckeyes fan and have always wanted to play in the Shoe. 


Favorite class at the Naval Academy and why?   Leadership.  I enjoyed the discussions about leadership skills and how they are used in real world situations. I've been able to narrow my choice of leadership style because of this class.


Favorite teacher at the Naval Academy?  Maj. Sweeney


Favorite form of social media and why? Instagram, I love watching funny reels and seeing what my friends and family are up to.


Favorite person to follow on social media and why?   Alonzo Manning II, he is hilarious.


If you could have dinner with any 4 people that are currently at the Naval Academy who would you choose and why? Brandon Ihle, Hunter Fay, Ryan Brass and Evan Romo. I went to NAPS with these guys and they are some of my best friends. Funny stories and conversations. Hard to pick only 4 though.


Favorite sport to follow at the Naval Academy outside of football and why?  Wrestling, because I wrestled my whole life and still find the sport very fun to watch.


What song is playing on your headphones in the locker room right before taking the field?  Simple Man - Lynyrd Skynyrd


What is your dream vacation?  Italy, because I love Italian food and my best friend from home is Italian.


Favorite Coach Newberry Quote: Cherry Juice!


Who will be the surprise player on offense in 2026? Jordan Collins


Who will be the surprise player on defense in 2026? Christian Johnson


Who is the toughest player on the Navy football team?  Coleman Cauley


What player epitomizes Navy Football? Giuseppe Sessi


Who will be the Most Valuable Player on offense in 2026? Braxton Woodson


Who will be the Most Valuable Player on defense in 2026? Coleman Cauley

What are you most looking forward to in 2026? Beating Army Again.


Tell us one thing about you that most people don't know?  I am Fork Lift certified


If there was a movie about your life what would it be called and who would play you?  "Play Fair" played by Alan Ritchson


If you could play another sport at the Naval Academy, what would it be? Wrestling


Who is your favorite Navy athlete to watch outside of football? Max Diepenbrock - Rugby


What does it mean to wear "Navy" across your chest? It's very special to represent something bigger than yourself like your people, school and country. I'm very proud to wear it across my chest to honor the ones who came before me.


What leadership lesson has football taught you? You have to lead yourself before you can lead anyone else. No one will respect someone who doesn't handle their business and without respect no one will choose to follow.


Which upperclassman impacted you the most when you arrived? Hoke Smith


What's one quality every successful midshipman needs? Discipline


Which teammate would make the best Commandant? Connor Young


Which teammate would make the best Superintendent? Hunter Fay


Who talks the most trash in practice? Rhoen Breen


Which player would make the best coach someday? Eli Harris


Who has the best game-day energy? Luke Lawson

 
Favorite uniform combination? Navy Jersey & Gold pants


Which current NFL player do you model your game after? Robert Spillane (New England Patriots LB)


What's one thing fans should watch for from your position group this year?  Physicality


What's your favorite part of game day? Flyovers and singing in the locker room after the game


Who's the funniest teammate? Maddax Fayard


Name two players that you think are future team captains? Malcolm Johnson & MarcAnthony Parker