# Theo Edema earns St. John's role faster

> Theo Edema, St. John's freshman center, is now a permanent fixture in the rotation.
- Title: Theo Edema earns St. John's role faster · New York Post
- Summary: Theo Edema, St. John's freshman center, is now a permanent fixture in the rotation. St. John's freshman Theo Edema has earned his role faster than expected…
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- Source: New York Post — https://nypost.com/2026/11/04/sports/theo-edema-has-earned-st-johns-role-faster-than-expected
- Published: 2026-11-05T01:59:47+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: theo edema, st johns, red storm, st johns red storm, nfl, news, entertainment
## Theo Edema's impact
St. John's freshman center Theo Edema has earned his role faster than expected after impressive exhibition play.

> He’s going to be in the [rotation] forever now
## Coach Pitino's confidence
Coach Rick Pitino confirmed Theo Edema will play regularly this season, citing his size and physicality.
## Edema's exhibition performance
Edema scored four points and seven rebounds in a win over Texas during the exhibition finale.
## Key takeaway

St. John's freshman Theo Edema has earned his role faster than expected after impressive exhibition play.