John Norwood brings special-teams grit and turnover impact to San Jose State’s linebacker room
Norwood is a depth linebacker who has carved out value at San Jose State through special teams and splash plays, including 2 forced fumbles and a fumble recovery in a six-game season, plus 4 tackles and a tackle for loss in another eight-game campaign. He has also been recognized as a Mountain West Scholar-Athlete in 2023, 2024, and 2025, which points to consistency and discipline off the field. For a team, he looks like a reliable, hard-nosed fit who can help in coverage, on special teams, and in high-effort moments.
