
Jacksonville State's Tackling Defensive Lineman from 2013 Glory Days
Omari Jones burst onto the scene for the Jacksonville State Gamecocks in the 2013 season, playing in 14 of 15 games as a junior DL with 40 tackles (3.5 for loss), 2.5 sacks, and a forced fumble—showcasing his relentless pursuit and run-stuffing intensity that disrupted offenses consistently. His high-motor play and junior-year breakout mark him as a reliable, hard-nosed interior defender ideal for teams needing blue-collar toughness; no recent stats post-2013, suggesting he's a proven vet for depth roles rather than a current star.