Jardin Gilbert brings veteran SEC savvy and steady back-end range to Mississippi State
A sixth-year SEC safety, Jardin Gilbert has the kind of résumé that jumps off the page: 42 career games, 24 starts, 145 tackles, nine pass breakups, three interceptions, and 1.5 sacks. In his 2024 season at LSU, he was a reliable tackler and experienced communicator in the secondary, and evaluators have flagged his instincts and cover skills as real strengths. The caution flag is durability—he previously had a shoulder injury and saw his role dip in 2025—so the upside here is a seasoned, versatile defender who can stabilize a secondary if he stays healthy.
