
Veteran Holy Cross lineman Jay Knighton brings old-school trench value
Jay Knighton is a proven, high-minute offensive line veteran for Holy Cross, with Patriot League recognition and a history of anchoring the interior of the Crusaders’ run game. In 2014, he was an All-Patriot League selection and a key part of an offensive line that helped Holy Cross average 27.0 points and 155.0 rushing yards per game. The biggest takeaway: he’s the kind of steady, physical, assignment-sound blocker coaches trust—more grinder than highlight reel, but exactly the sort of glue guy who can raise a line’s toughness and consistency.