An All-American at the FCS level, Mercer wide receiver Ty James is looking to carry on his level of success to the NFL level.

"It's an honor," Mercer said in an interview Wednesday. "I suppose it's a bit like riding a bike. You can get right back to the job, but at the same time it remains challenging for sure ...

Mercer, a former long-time legislator and Polson attorney, was previously appointed in 2024 following District Judge Kim Christopher's resignation a year ago.