Texas Tech’s 118-Tackle All-American LB with Elite Blitzer Pressure
Jacob Rodriguez is Texas Tech’s defensive anchor, leading the Red Raiders with 118 total tackles in the 2024 season while adding 5 sacks, 3 forced fumbles, and 1 interception [5][6]. His differentiator is elite versatility: he generated 4 pressures (including 1 sack) as a blitzer and covers receivers with an 82.7 passer rating allowed when targeted [1]. Though he recorded 17 missed tackles—a area for refinement—his intensity and playmaking in wins (1.00 TFL/game) versus losses (0.50 TFL/game) reveal a high-intensity, clutch performer [4]. As a former QB recruit turned All-American LB, Rodriguez brings unique football IQ and relentless pursuit. He’s a top-tier fit for teams needing a tackle machine who can pressure the passer and cover in space.
