Jake Held brings steady, ball-hawking depth to McNeese’s secondary
In the 2024 season, McNeese DB Jake Held appeared in all 12 games and made his first collegiate start against HCU, then later snagged his first career interception in a 31-3 win over Northwestern State[1][3][5]. At 5'11" and 186 pounds, he looks like a reliable, physical defensive back with game experience, versatility, and a knack for showing up in key moments rather than just racking up flashy numbers[1][3]. If you want a disciplined, development-friendly defender who’s already proven he can handle a full season’s workload, Held is worth a close look[1][3][5].
